-- He or She will hang out with you instead of going somewhere that might be more fun

-- You are introduced to the family

-- You call each other just to let the other know you're thinking of them, missing them, etc.

-- Physical contact has increased or both feel more comfortable being close or touching

-- You both notice and remember little details about each other

-- You start talking about the future together in regular, everyday conversation

-- You're not insecure if he/she doesn't call you. You know that he/she has a good reason

-- More trust. You open up about private things that you might not talk about with other

-- Emily