When You are Loved, You Must ~
Thanksgiving this year has been different. The atmosphere of hope has been such an uplifting and welcome surprise, and it's brought along with it the realization that each one of us is loved more than we usually care to acknowledge. Is this turning away a product of our not wanting to be too full of ourselves, wanting to retain our sense of humility? Or does it run deeper than that, boring into the heartwood of our insecurities about whether or not we're really worthy of the kind of unconditional love that small children so easily demonstrate--the unconditional love we feel sure we give to our loved ones? This Thanksgiving became a time to think about what it really means to BE loved. ~ Gwynn
For as long as I can remember, the concept of love has been bandied about
with endless rules and guidelines concerning how we ought to go about
the business of love: (Read more…)
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I like yr article, thanks Gwynn!! ;)
1 Corinthians 13:4-7:
"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres"
Hello, Loes ~ I wrote a message here to you last night, but once again, it's not here today. I have this problem on my iPad if I'm not careful to make sure there's not extra "thinking" going on within my browser. Anyway, your steady support has been a real blessing for me and I wanted you to know how much I value your kindness! You are a true Ambassador... Gg
Vincent Van Gogh
Lighted Lamp
"Love is something eternal-the aspect may change, but not the essence. There is the same difference in a person before and after he is in love as there is in an unlighted lamp and one that is burning. The lamp was there and it was a good lamp, but now it is shedding light, too, and that is its real function."
Love reflects our intentions and choices at every stage of life...there can be no boundaries or "rules"..... it can lift us to new heights and unite us as mortals. We all yearn to love and be loved...it is our spiritual essence!
Inspiring and thought provoking post Gwynne....enjoy your weekend.
Sunshiny smiles from Amanda
This is a very moving quote from Van Gogh, the master's Master. Thanks for posting it, Amanda - I don't remember reading it before, but it's perfect for this moment. Have a wonderful weekend yourself =] Gg
I left two notes on your site....i am so impressed with your Article and website....you are doing great!!
Suncerely Amanda
Hello again, you Sunshiny person! My note to you from last night is missing in action :-( I had written to ask you if you would consider posting your own words, "Love reflects our intentions and choices at every stage of life...there can be no boundaries or "rules"..... it can lift us to new heights and unite us as mortals. We all yearn to love and be loved...it is our spiritual essence!" below the Van Gogh quote on my website. I'd love to have visitors read what YOUR thoughts are, 'cause you said it splendidly.
Thank you for your comments and loving kindness; I'm sure, with all the sunshiny smiles you spread around, you surely have a beautiful life! I appreciate you so much, Gg
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Breathlessly I say, Magnificent.
Four words were never put together with such grace. You... are a poet. (Sigh)