I just realized that I answered my own question. I'm "in love" with the flower when I appreciate its beauty. I'm "emotionally fused" with my husband if I let his disdain for the flower spoil my appreciation of its beauty and I'm "emotionally connected" with my fellow flower lover when we share a smile over the beauty of the flower.
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" - Mary Oliver
