I've been in a romantic relationship for 2 years. I'm really happy with this person and feel like my want for a romantic relationship is absolutely met. But at the same time, I am not the type of person to say "my bf/gf is my best friend." I haven't had a best friend since before college, and now there's a hole in my heart where my best friend used to be. I'm at a stage of life where everyone has a best friend or doesn't feel the need to have one... But I still really want that strong connection