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Valentine Wishes
February/09/08 04:37 PM Filed in: Paxton says
Valentine’s Day and I have a strange history. I
was single – and alone – for a long, long. LONG
time. Think eons. During this time – I detested
Valentine’s Day. The lines of goofy-looking males
lined up to purchase a cheesy pink bear and a
single rose at the 7-11 always had me rolling my
eyes in caustic humor. Deeper was the feeling
that these womyn had something I didn’t, that
they inspired such – devotion – from their mates.
Cupid eventually visited me, as well. He might be slow, but at least he’s thorough! We did dinner and hand-written poems for our first Valentine’s Day. After three children we barely did dinner. When we do give gifts, we try to tailor them to the other’s personal growth and current interests. Since we’re rather “way off main” (no tv!), this can be challenging.
I, for example, would swoon over The Healing Drum Kit on Isabella’s website. The kit includes a drum, instructional book, and cd’s. Since I’m attempting to learn the art of drumming - it sounds perfect. If you haven’t heard of Isabella’s – run there – NOW! Just going through their catalog is a spiritual experience – I’m always sending friends their way.
GaelSong is another of my favorite places, and I’ve always been thrilled with their offerings. I have a very, very long wish list at this eclectic store – just wait until I sell my book! One of my favorites is their Druid’s Oak handbag – the detail is absolutely amazing!
And…since I’m on a roll of my favorite places…I must mention Femail Creations. They have many wonderful products, but I prefer the inspirational art – either jewelry or wall art. Visit the Every Day tile…”Every day we decide who we will be by the actions we take.” Beautiful.
When it comes to shopping for the man in my life – things get complicated. He loves books, but like me, prefers to pick out his own. We both love to get gift cards to book stores. A gift card to a local coffee shop would also be appreciated, as would home baked scones and biscotti. My guy drools over the B & H Photo catalog, and would love almost anything within the covers. Actually, the catalogs are so huge they are an event unto themselves. And for the quirky, off-beat liberal you need to see the Northern Sun catalog – very thought provoking stuff!
And then there’s the romance. Walking hand in hand. Sharing a favorite dessert. Singing together. Dancing in the kitchen. Being loving – and being loved. Early in our marriage I wrote my love a song… “This is why they write the love songs, this is what makes the world go round. This is what we looked and hoped and prayed for…with you, this precious love I’ve found.”
Good stuff.
Love can be found in many different packages, in many different places. May we open ourselves to love: giving it, receiving it, nurturing it and honoring it. It truly does make the world go round.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Namaste.
Cupid eventually visited me, as well. He might be slow, but at least he’s thorough! We did dinner and hand-written poems for our first Valentine’s Day. After three children we barely did dinner. When we do give gifts, we try to tailor them to the other’s personal growth and current interests. Since we’re rather “way off main” (no tv!), this can be challenging.
I, for example, would swoon over The Healing Drum Kit on Isabella’s website. The kit includes a drum, instructional book, and cd’s. Since I’m attempting to learn the art of drumming - it sounds perfect. If you haven’t heard of Isabella’s – run there – NOW! Just going through their catalog is a spiritual experience – I’m always sending friends their way.
GaelSong is another of my favorite places, and I’ve always been thrilled with their offerings. I have a very, very long wish list at this eclectic store – just wait until I sell my book! One of my favorites is their Druid’s Oak handbag – the detail is absolutely amazing!
And…since I’m on a roll of my favorite places…I must mention Femail Creations. They have many wonderful products, but I prefer the inspirational art – either jewelry or wall art. Visit the Every Day tile…”Every day we decide who we will be by the actions we take.” Beautiful.
When it comes to shopping for the man in my life – things get complicated. He loves books, but like me, prefers to pick out his own. We both love to get gift cards to book stores. A gift card to a local coffee shop would also be appreciated, as would home baked scones and biscotti. My guy drools over the B & H Photo catalog, and would love almost anything within the covers. Actually, the catalogs are so huge they are an event unto themselves. And for the quirky, off-beat liberal you need to see the Northern Sun catalog – very thought provoking stuff!
And then there’s the romance. Walking hand in hand. Sharing a favorite dessert. Singing together. Dancing in the kitchen. Being loving – and being loved. Early in our marriage I wrote my love a song… “This is why they write the love songs, this is what makes the world go round. This is what we looked and hoped and prayed for…with you, this precious love I’ve found.”
Good stuff.
Love can be found in many different packages, in many different places. May we open ourselves to love: giving it, receiving it, nurturing it and honoring it. It truly does make the world go round.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Namaste.
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