“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.”