I'm pretty sure most people will agree that there's a certain feeling involved in teenage romances (the younger, the more intense) that's pretty unique to the age. And a lot of times the love interest totally isn't right, and the relationship might seem shallow or silly, but it's still this insane butterfly / fireworks / giddy sort of deal.
I'm wondering if anybody, as an adult with a fair amount of dating experience, has still felt this sort of thing with a new partner? I'm beginning to think it's not totally possible for me anymore (even though I'm still really young), and while that's okay because the main important thing is compatibility and a deeper connection, it would be a little disappointing. I haven't felt "butterflies in my stomach" in years. I get nostalgic for the feeling, even though my most meaningful relationships have happened since then.
So do you think it's just a thing that goes along with being young and inexperienced, or would you consider it to be an important part of a relationship?