It’s interesting that you don’t hear the word crush used much today when referencing romance.  What is a crush?  A good definition could be an intense longing for a member of the opposite sex that can’t seem to be satisfied. 
 

A crush carries a variety of feelings believed to border on obsession. 
 

It is such a rush, this crush.  It makes you long deeply to see that person, be in their presence, touch them, feel them, kiss them, smell her perfume and so much more.  You dream about them, pine for them, and have your thoughts controlled by them. 
 

When you go to meet that special girl, you feel nervous and high at the same time at the anticipation of her arrival.  And, oh, if she is a little late, one feels almost panicky like what would you do if she didn’t show. 
 

Then to have her tell you she was having the same feelings inside really grips you.  There is no better feeling in the world when you have these types of feelings for someone. 
 

I would that these feelings could always be with us. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if this was long instead of short lived?
 

The crush doesn’t always lead to love, but probably in a lot of cases it does. 
 

When you have someone to look into your eyes high from the anticipation of seeing you and they gaze into your eyes and say, you missed me didn’t you?  And you know that you did and that makes this moment  even more intoxicating. 
 

To hold her so tightly and never wanting to let go because you know with all your heart that this is such a special moment in time, and this lets you know that you have this crush. 
 

All the special times of the year are so much more meaningful when in this crush or pre-love condition.  But one of these times rings magic more so.  Christmas is so special already but if you have a crush on someone then, it is even more special.
 

And the arguments are either non-existent or so small and insignificant you don’t remember them.  It’s as though you have an anti-argument agreement. 
 

One will even find themselves liking things that they don’t usually like because of the feelings of this special one.  For instance, if the person that you have the crush on likes some things you don't like, you might just try to learn to like those things or if you don't you won't feel as strong about those dislikes. You might l even feel guilty when you have a disagreement with them.
 

Yeah, this crush can do all of these things to us.  Is the crush enjoyable?  You bet.  It makes your heart beat faster, the breathing heavier, your normal problems more insignificant. You see the world a much happier place.
 

You find yourself running to her every time you have a chance and almost crying when you leave. 
 

The love songs you hear are even more beautiful and special.
 

Making love is the ultimate.  The next step to being in love is a very small step unless something stops or neutralizes it. 
 

It is sad that we don’t hear this beautiful romantic word much anymore, crush.  That old song by Frank Sinatra, I’ve Got a Crush on You makes you want to have a crush on someone.
 

 I’ve got a crush on you sweetie pie, pardon my mush, but I’ve got a crush on you baby.