i am a veteran poster here using an anonymous account for a variety of reasons. this poll should be self-explanatory, but the main idea is to discuss the protocol and experiences behind exchanging the first 'i love you's with a girlfriend. please answer in as many boxes as apply for as many times as you have had a successful exchange of the 'i love you' sentiment. instances where one of you said it and the other never did do not apply. discussion is encouraged. thank you for your participation.