Say I love you

So it's been over 1 year I been with my boyfriend.

He treats me very well, makes time for me call me all the time etc...

I am very grateful to have him in my life.

When we were around 6 months together I told him that I love him, I didnt say it back but he was very nice and sweet about it.

It's been over 1 year and ge has not said the 3 words . Sometimes I was to say it to him but I stop myself because I dont want him to feel forced .

What do you think?