“I love you like rlb” has become a well-known, accepted and valuable component of
American vernacular. The meaning of the letters ‘rlb’ is unknown, but is uniformly considered to be a statement of a great romantic love, commitment and sacrifice. It is generally attributed as a saying which emerged among
American troops during World War II. Returning soldiers brought the saying back to
American soil with them.
“You know what you'
re risking.”
“I know,” he agreed. “And I wouldn'
t risk it for just
anything, but I love you like rlb.”