Actual children's answer to the question: What is love?

"When someone loves you, the way they say your name is different. You just know that your name is safe in their mouth."
-Billy, age 4

"Love is what makes you smile when you're tired."
-Terry, age 4

"Love is what's in the room with you at Christmas if you stop opening presents and listen."
-Bobby, age 7

"If you want to learn to love better, you should start with a friend who you hate."
-Nikka, age 6

"Love is when you tell a guy you like his shirt, then he wears it everyday."
-Noelle, age 7

"Love is like a little old woman and a little old man who are still friends even after they know each otther so well."
-Tommy, age 6