According to Gary Chapman in his 1992 book, there are five (5) languages of love. They are Physical Touch, Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Gifts, and Acts of Service. Language is defined as “a method of human communication, either spoken or written, consisting of the use of words in a structured or conventional way.” Thus, the language of love is a way to communicate, to demonstrate, or to convey love to your partner, your children, or anyone else you have a relationship with. PHYSICAL TOUCH To me, physical touch is the most basic, primal way of showing one’s love for another. A kiss or a hug is so natural to…
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I am Kind, Beautiful, and Loved
I am a kind person. I have to say that to myself once in a while. No one else will say that to me but ME. No one else realizes that but ME. I am a good person. My parents raised me in a loving, God-fearing, and gentle way. I was fortunate enough to have gone to one of the best schools and have met wonderful schoolmates, who are all now my best friends. I am a good person. I have learned ethical values and right conduct. I am kind and compassionate, and when someone wrongs me, I am quick to forgive and forget. I am Beautiful I am beautiful.…
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What is the Worst Part of Aging?
Just yesterday, I was twenty-five years old, young, spunky, full of life, and physically beautiful and robust. Now, I am in my fifties, and many changes are unfolding—physically, mentally, and emotionally. (Check out Fifty, Fat, But, Fabulous!) Physically, health issues have started to be a concern. Now, my eyesight is terrible; I have Anxiety and panic attack disorder, hypertension, and Atrial Fibrillation. These health issues are the ones that were diagnosed. The undiagnosed issues that I believe I might have are arthritis, back pain, constipation, and obesity. Then, there are the less serious physical concerns—wrinkles, gray hair, brown facial spots, and everything else that are being pulled down by gravity,…
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A Mother’s Heartache
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Vogue Parody: 73 Questions About Me
I was nominated for Vogue Parody: 73 Questions About Me by my co-blogger, Roger Peterson of mindandlove.com. As the title implies, this is a parody, “an imitation or version of something that falls far short of the real thing.” The original version of this is the Vogue 73 Questions Series where celebrities answer 73 questions. Now, we have come up with our version, which aims to know more about bloggers like me. So, here are my answers: What is your favorite Starbucks order? From their regular menu, I usually order Caramel Macchiato. During Fall, I love ordering the Pumpkin Spice Latte. 2. What does your workstation look like right now?…
