A Dozen Roses and a Card

A dozen roses and a card. A love poem written just for this day. A smile. A phone call. All just to say you are special to someone today. Nice gestures one and all, and even more special when they come from the heart. The roses came three days ago from someone I have known for less than a year, and they came with a promise that said, "If I can give these and have nothing, imagine what I will do with much. Please hold me to that. I love you Momma." I am still feeling the love.

Today one of my former foster grandsons came by. He brought with him his sister and her male friend. We stood and hugged each other for several minutes, and he said, "You know I love you grandmother. Out of all the places they placed me, placing me with you was the best thing that ever happened to me. Thank you for loving me and being in my life." We talked for almost an hour and then he left.

Earlier today I was strolling around Facebook, and saw a tribute to my son who had just called for no reason, but to say" I love you girl, and I'll be home soon." The tribute thanked me for raising such a wonderful son who had, and continues to be with her and her sons after the loss of her husband last year. She thanked his wife for letting him always come around to check on her and her boys.

All of this got me to thinking about how special love is, and the many ways it manifests itself. It made me remember the touch of my Mother's hand when I felt nervous about walking up on the stage to speak. Her soft and gentle kiss when she was putting me to bed at night.

Then there was the love I felt when I first saw my first child all red and covered with birth matter, and announcing her entry into the world. The red roses that came with her had just one bright yellow one stuck in the middle announcing to the world that she would not be the last one.

Valentine's Day! What a special time to remember that love comes from so many places and in so many ways. Don't miss out on love looking for that woman or man that may never show, and if s/he does will not bring all the love to your life that you have already.

Mourning over a lost love may cause you to miss the new love that is right in front of you. So look up. Smile. Buy yourself a dozen roses and a card, a box of candy, or even a pair of dancing shoes. Learn to love you, and who knows, that special someone just might find you.

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

Peace and blessings always.

(P.S., if s/he doesn't find you, you are not alone, and just may be better off because of it! LOL)