01
Jan
In the era of messaging apps, FaceTime, and Snapchat, it's not uncommon for couples to say their first "love you" without ever having the words exchanged in person. This is particularly true if they meet online and begin dating before getting to know each other in the flesh. In these cases, it's perfectly fine for a partner to use the abbreviated version of the phrase, especially if they are very comfortable with it. However, if you would prefer to see more love expressed in your relationship—especially when it comes to the most important things—it's worth discussing this with your partner…