#love!!!!!!!

Everyone loves a little differently. My dad and grandpa have always loved by fixing and making things. When my grandma said she wanted a better vanity in the bathroom my grandpa went to his wood shop and made one. When my mom said she needed a better way to plug in her computer when she was writing my father showed up holding a brand new extension cord like a bouquet of flowers. My best friends have always loved through gifts. The time to craft and find something special, something that conjures a meaningful memory, it means the world to them. My best friend will still give me gifts with giraffes because she knows I loved them growing up, and I still do because of her. My partner loves through touch, one hand on a shoulder can speak a thousand words for him. A knowing presence and sides pressed together while each person works on their own project is a meaningful gesture. He sees my stress and hugs me, his way of saying I’m here and I see you. I love through words. It feels vital to me that I tell everyone around me how much I love and appreciate them, give them advice and comfort, or converse excitedly with them. There are so many ways of showing love, and no one way is right. Giving and receiving love is a beautiful gift. Until we can open our eyes the the vast spectrum of offering and receiving love, we will miss a thousand connections.