They say actions speak louder than words, and that sentiment couldn’t be truer in Los Angeles. From saving a parking spot to braving traffic for someone, L.A. has unique ways of expressing love. We asked our Instagram followers, full of locals, how L.A. shows affection without actually saying “I love you.” Here are our favorite responses, along with a few of our own:
1. “Let’s get tacos.”
2. “Drive safe.”
3. “I found this rooftop in downtown, do you want to go?”
4. “I saved a parking spot for you “
5. “See you soon, GPS says 1hr 38min”
6. “Text me when you get home.”
7. “I got you on gas.”
8. “Don’t worry, I’ll drive us.”
9. “What time does your flight get here? I’ll pick you up.”
10. “Let’s go on a scenic drive to the PCH.“
11. “Stay up.”
12. “You’re worth the parking ticket.”
13. “Did you eat?”
14. “I’ll fill up your tank.”
15. “Brought you a breakfast burrito.”
16. “I’d love to read your script.”
17. “Street sweeper, move your car!”
18. “Wanna smoke?”
19. “I put you on the guest list”
20. “Of course I’ll go to your improv show.”
21. “You can play any music you want on the drive.”
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