Giving Away Love

Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.

-Leo Buscaglia 

When was the last time you petted your dog or cat.  Did you rub their ears?  I bet they snuggled closer.  Just like that last time you gave the kids a good night kiss.  Burrowing down into the blankets with a look of contentment on their face.  How about rubbing Dear Hubbys shoulder after work one day.  Remember how he let out his breath and really relaxed.  Loved it when your hand reached out automatically to be taken into another?  Yes touch can really effect us.  And just as strong can words, a look, that compassion your feel radiate to you.  We need each other to survive.  That is the net that holds us together, love. 

I enjoy reading other people's love stories.  Some are amazing trips of passion and fire.  While thiers are reminders of the lil things that matter so.  But they all help me focus back on those I love so deeply.  You can get that same effect while reading Chicken Soup for the Soul: True Love.  Story after story that melts your heart.  I found the story titled 'Dancing Lessons' paticularly moving.  Why, well I believe that dancing is a way for our bodies and souls to entertwine.  It is the pure act of joy that moves our bodies to the sound of music.  To share that joy with the one you love and loves you back is a step to pure bliss.

So what moves you?  Where is your story?  Does true love come to you in humor, romance, deeply or on a soft whisper?  What was the story you heard from your parents, grandfolks, friends that made you suck in your breath and think "Yes"?  Would you like to share more of those moments?  Well of course I would not tease you and not share.  I have been lucky to share 3 copies with my readers....that's you!  So if you would like to get a copy then just leave me comment.  I ask that you tell me something about love.  Love found, love lost, love crawling up into your arms.  You can get more entries by doing a few of the following things.  You can follow Chicken Soup for the Soul on Facebook.  Also tell me what Chicken Soup for the Soul books you would like to see reviewed and giveaways here.  Another for following me anywhere....here, facebook, twitter...leave a comment for each place you follow me at. Make sure your email is with you profile or on the comment. I will have a winner within two weeks.