How to recognise true love

Over two years ago, before my fiancé and I ever declared our feelings for one another he once shared with me this thoughtful passage from Bob Marley.  It was during this time that my feelings for my now fiancé were already strong even though they were not announced and after reading this passage I knew in the deepest part of my soul this is how I felt for him.
I share this passage with you all now so that you also recognise that person in your life for what they mean to you.  Or if you have not found them yet that you will recognise them when they appear.
I never thought growing up that I would find that one, I always figured I was too damaged or have too much baggage for someone to want to live with.  But its true ..... there is that someone special out there for everyone.  You just have to be patient, trust, live your life as you want it and take care of yourself.  After all, if you don't care for yourself, love yourself; how is anyone else expected too.
Enjoy this passage

"Only once in your life, I truly believe, you find someone who can completely turn your world around. You tell them things that you've never shared with another soul and they absorb everything you say and actually want to hear more. You share hopes for the future, dreams that will never come true, goals that were never achieved and the many disappointments life has thrown at you. When something wonderful happens, you can't wait to tell them about it, knowing they will share in your excitement. They are not embarrassed to cry with you when you are hurting or laugh with you when you make a fool of yourself. Never do they hurt your feelings or make you feel like you are not good enough, but rather they build you up and show you the things about yourself that make you special and even beautiful. There is never any pressure, jealousy or competition but only a quiet calmness when they are around. You can be yourself and not worry about what they will think of you because they love you for who you are. The things that seem insignificant to most people such as a note, song or walk become invaluable treasures kept safe in your heart to cherish forever. Memories of your childhood come back and are so clear and vivid it's like being young again. Colours seem brighter and more brilliant. Laughter seems part of daily life where before it was infrequent or didn't exist at all. A phone call or two during the day helps to get you through a long day's work and always brings a smile to your face. In their presence, there's no need for continuous conversation, but you find you're quite content in just having them nearby. Things that never interested you before become fascinating because you know they are important to this person who is so special to you. You think of this person on every occasion and in everything you do. Simple things bring them to mind like a pale blue sky, gentle wind or even a storm cloud on the horizon. You open your heart knowing that there's a chance it may be broken one day and in opening your heart, you experience a love and joy that you never dreamed possible. You find that being vulnerable is the only way to allow your heart to feel true pleasure that's so real it scares you. You find strength in knowing you have a true friend and possibly a soul mate who will remain loyal to the end. Life seems completely different, exciting and worthwhile. Your only hope and security is in knowing that they are a part of your life."

― Bob Marley