Some people just cannot open their mouths and let the words, i love you, come out. i know several that fit this category. instead, they show their love for a person in other ways. like, a small gift every once in a while, a text message, opening a door, just the little things in life. my neighbor is like this. he grew up in a family that never said i love you to each other or anyone else. its like they lived in the caveman era. but, they are still married after many years, so i assume they communicate in some other way. some people are just this way. if you have such a person, look for the little signs of affection. if this person did not receive an “i love you” as a child, this is the way he believes thats normal in life. he may not say much, but when he does…......listen and read between the lines.