Confessions of a Romantic

I have a confession to make. I'm a romantic. Not in every sense of the word, but in many. It influences great portions of my life and personality, though for many people the definition of the word has changed slightly. For me, my favorite definition is that of one who is imbued with idealism, has a desire for adventure and chivalry, and emphasizes imagination and emotion and introspection. Part of my makeup as a writer is my tendency to feel deeply, and without reservation. This may or may not explain my dislike for Realism and my loathing for The Great Gatsby.