At the risk of sounding jaded, I don't really believe in love anymore. I think 'falling in like' is perfectly fine. lol But, falling in love scares me. I have given my heart away, only to be made a fool of. So...to me, I'd rather just fly solo, and have fun. Much safer! lol
But, to you OP...I do have best wishes for you. If you have found love...and he loves you back...then, I hope it works out.
Maybe everyone's mileage varies differently, when it comes to this.