Romantic friendship

Sometimes, friends can be SO close that they do things that might seem a little different to us today. They might hold hands a lot, cuddle on the couch, or even share a bed, but it's not like a boyfriend and girlfriend relationship. It's a special kind of friendship where they just really, really love spending time together and showing each other affection.

Think of it like having a best friend you want to be with all the time, sharing secrets and giving big hugs!

This kind of super-close friendship was more common a long, long time ago, like before your grandparents were even born! Back then, people didn't have as many ways to describe different kinds of relationships. So, these really strong friendships were just seen as normal.

It was like having a best buddy you did everything with, and nobody thought it was strange. It was just how people showed they cared a lot about their friends.

These friendships were important because they showed how much people could care for each other. In the past, especially for girls going to school, these close friendships were a way to share feelings and support each other. It was a time when people were figuring out how to express themselves, and these friendships were a safe and loving way to do it.

It’s like having a cheering squad that’s always there for you!

Imagine your best friend and you. Now imagine holding hands while you walk to school, or giving each other piggyback rides. Romantic friendships were like that, but even more.

Friends might share a room, give each other massages to help them relax, or just love being physically close. It was all about showing deep care and affection, like a warm blanket of friendship that made them feel safe and happy.