I had to send a little shout out to ‘Love’ since it is Valentine’s Day. In my recent ‘Art of Survival’ blog, I mentioned how much love drives the economy; it is particularly evident at this time of year. Just think about how much money is spent at Valentine’s Day on cards, chocolate, flowers, and jewelry (makes me want to own a card and chocolate shop…but then I would probably eat all of my profits…*sigh*).
Setting the economic facts of love aside, I have to agree with a line I heard in the movie Labor Day, describing the main character as “being in love with love”. I get that. I also am in love with love. I love being in love. I love seeing love around me. I love Love. Thus, in honor of Valentine’s Day, I wanted to send a shout out to LOVE by sharing some of the examples of love I have witnessed in the past few weeks from friends and family:
- A young grandpa who takes his granddaughter on weekend adventures and truly loves his time with her;
- An older set of grandparents who are watching a newborn for a close family friend; the love between the 3 of them evident in all the smiles amongst them;
- A husband who takes care of his dying wife as well as his daughters, while working full time and keeping the household running;
- A wife who happily takes care of everything from her 3 children to her household and dog, all while working full time because it is just who she is; she is truly full of love; she is always thoughtful and always willing to lend a hand;
- A neighbor who steps in at a moment’s notice when needed;
- A father who volunteers to coach his daughter’s basketball team; his loving nature evident in how he coaches all of the girls on the team;
- A woman who loves shopping and shares her love with her family by spoiling them with gifts (her three nieces get so excited for their aunt’s big box of gifts for birthdays and holidays);
- A sister making a good luck card for her younger sister’s first basketball game;
- A mother whose adult daughters adore her for who she is and for all the love she has always shown them and their children.
These are just a few examples of love I have noticed in everyday life. There are many more innocent, simple examples (such as a smile), as well as many more extravagant examples. Love is all around us. It really is what life is all about. I hope you all love who you are – as you are – and you love others for who they are.
I wish you all a life filled with love.
Lovingly Yours,
Me
Motivational Moment:
I love ‘Love’ for what it is and what it feels like; however, if you need any convincing for just how good love is for you, here is an article that lists several health benefits of Love: Huffington Post Love Link
As always, Peace, Love, and Joy! SG
