The man who wrote the book called “LOVE” was Dr. Leo Buscaglia. It is not a new book, but rather one whose words endure. He told others: “It’s not enough to have lived. We should be determined to live for something. May I suggest that it be creating joy for others, sharing what we have…
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Love Daily: Always kiss and make-up, 12.14.10
Choosing happiness over hostility is healthier for minds and bodies. Numerous studies tell us what we know intuitively, smiling makes us feel better, and may even be preventive medicine. Here are thoughts from Gretchen Rubin: The Happiness Project She says, “Many couples try to ‘solve’ their problems, when in fact, many problems can’t be solved….
Love Daily: 8 ways to be romantic. 12.13.10
Romance is in the air. After writing about 13 Romance tips, and then 7 more — most of which I had gleaned from past experience or suggestions from friends — it was fun to see that Ashton Kutcher offered a romance tip for lovers in this age of texting and Twittering. It was one of…
Love Daily: 'I love you more,' Elizabeth Edwards and Oprah Winfrey, 12.12.10
When Oprah Winfrey talked with Barbara Walters about her relationship with Gayle King, she began to cry. “She is the mother I never had. She is the sister everybody would want. She is the friend that everybody deserves. I don’t know a better person.” [When Walters pressed her as to why she was overcome with…
Love Daily: 7 more romance tips, 12.11.10
When you begin looking for ways to make another person happy and feel loved, the feeling becomes almost intoxicating. You suddenly begin to try to really outdo yourself in terms of romantic gestures. Here are more ideas: 1. Order personalized candy such as M and Ms that say, “I love u” 2. Order Tee shirts…
Love Daily: 12 romantic ideas, 12.10.10
As an incurable romantic, I love ideas to heat up romance. Here are my Top 12 suggestions: Say to your love when you awake in the morning: “What can I do for you today that will make your life easier and less stressful?” then do it. Leave a love note on the bathroom mirror. Write…
Love Daily: Shaping serenity into love, 12.09.10
The goal is to find a way to focus on love in its purest and most peaceful form, unconditional love.
Love Daily: Serenity, 12.08.10
Serenity is the simple experience of absolute calm. And yet the dictionary meanings are far more expansive. From a quality known as regal, to a demeanor called dignity, to the visual expanse of light, ocean, and sky, to “a state free of storms or change” — all these words define serenity. For most of us,…
Love Daily: Words of Elizabeth Edwards on 'Hope', 12.07.10
Elizabeth Edwards is a woman who courageously faced both illness and her husband’s infidelity. She even embraced her husband’s lovechild. Now in what appear to be her final days, she has left a legacy of forgiveness by her actions and gratitude in her words. This on her Facebook page as reported by Forbes: “The days…
Love Daily: Giving is gratitude and love, 12.06.10
Gratitude is an attitude that brings us good health and happiness. We do not necessarily have to feel grateful for our present place in life, but if we perform gracious acts, it will come naturally. Researchers are reporting that the words “thank you” might be the secret to good health and a long life. Robert…