Too much nostalgia for the “good old days” is a slippery slope. We often paint the past with a golden glow, glossing over imperfections that were obvious at the time. But it’s also unwise to assume that anything out of fashion deserves to be buried and forgotten forever. It can’t hurt to take inventory once in awhile and reconsider what we’ve left behind—and assess what we may have lost in the process. Is it just us, or did dating seem to be a little more cut and dry back in the day? If a guy asked you out, you knew he was interested. We’d love to return to a place of more clarity, where we knew where we stood and there weren’t so many guessing games. In old movies a man would show his love for a woman by bringing her flowers, writing poetry or a letter, and complimenting her beauty. Oh how times have changed!

1.) What happened to love letters?

The biggest issue with technology in relationships is its ability to completely strip kind words and gestures of sincerity. But really… what happened to love letters? I think a love letter is sweet and so much more genuine, as opposed to a text message. (Noah’s letters to Allie in The Notebook are the most adorable parts of the movie.)

2.) When did saying “hi” become “sliding into DM’S?”

These typically never end well.

3.) When did hanging out become “Netflix & Chill?”

This is not a date! It is basically slang for sex. If you’re looking to watch movies and hang out, say that exactly. Enough with the “Netflix and chill” because if it’s not done safely, it can easily become Netflix and child.

4.) When did simple dating turn into “just talking" or "it’s complicated?”

“Talking” is just another way for people to justify cheating on each other.

5.) When did an Instagram post or Facebook status make a couple “official?”

It’s not official unless it is posted on some social media. Changing your relationship status on the world’s largest social networking site is the strongest statement you could make. Or it’s the picture posted on Instagram of them sitting across the candle-lit dinner table or the “candid” kissing picture with an affectionate caption.

6. When did “I love you” become “ILY?”

These three sacred words no longer mean the same things they used to. Why can't we just spell it out? Why does "I love you" have to be abbreviated? Just say what you feel and own up to it. Besides, there's something beautiful about telling this to someone you adore.

7. What happened to asking for her father’s permission?

8. When did “I’ll pick you up at 7,” turn into “come over?”

Any girl who wants to feel special knows this -- being told "come over" makes her feel like she's just an item. Something this simple tells a girl that the guy isn't looking for anything serious. She's not an item, so don't treat her like one.

9. When has a girl’s beauty been defined by “swiping right?”

If you thought pointing was rude, take a good look at Tinder. It's the epitome of the shallowest social media there is. By the swipe of a finger, you're being picked for looks. Old fashion love was never like this. Finding beauty in someone meant finding something attractive about their heart and personality.

10. When did a Snapchat story make a relationship stronger?

At last -- Snapchat... Where 10-second stories, replayed over and over, determine a couple's status. If you're with someone and the rest of the world doesn't see either of you posting snuggly pics or puppy-filter selfies often, then you've probably got "issues."