IT'S THE LITTLE THINGS
Give her a gift on your birthday, instead of expecting a
gift from her.
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TIP OF THE WEEK
HABITUAL HUGS
In our modern culture, hugs and kisses are the backbone of any
romantic relationship. I don't know any married couple who would say
they had a fulfilling relationship if they didn't hug and kiss
frequently. Would you (or your mate) like to receive more hugs and
kisses?
I began thinking about this and it reminded me of a childhood game I
would play with my siblings. Each time we spotted a Volkswagen Beetle
on the road we would lightly hit the other person and yell "slug bug," and then state the color. After playing that game for many years in the
back of our family car it became a habit. And that gives me this latest creative idea, you seem some know the beetle as a “herbie”. But then others know it ( from the movies) as the “love bug” and THAT brings me to the tip for this week… next time your out with someone special and you spot a “slug bug” give that person a hug or a light kiss and say “love bug” (color)
Some theories say that you have to repeat an action 17 days in a row
before it will become a habit. In other words, being romantic takes
much effort and concentration at first and if we repeat it
consistently, after a while it will come more naturally. Giving and
receiving daily kisses and hugs are important but we must remember
that hugs and kisses are NOT natural for many people. Turning them
into a game may be the ONLY way to teach some of us how to make those
physical gestures a part of our daily routine.
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Karing
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Jan 11 @ 12:24AM
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BigGuyBigHeart
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Jan 11 @ 1:57AM
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When I was in high school I was introduced to a similar game by an old girlfriend.
When you're riding in a car and you see an oncoming car that has one headlight out, we'd call it a 'Popeye' in honor of that wonderful spinach-eating cartoon sailor. Well, as soon as you see it, you'd kiss your hand and touch the car ceiling (kinda juvenile, I know, but we were 16-17). ... Anyways, the person who touched it first would get a kiss from the other person - of course this would be best if they were of the opposite sex lol.
I always thought it was just another way of making out, but I found out other people did it as well. And to this day, I occassionally find myself kissing my hand and touching the ceiling, almost like a superstition or bad habit lol
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TheClockmaker
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Jan 11 @ 7:05AM
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Guidelines for Hugging
Be compassionate, not passionate --communicate comfort and caring.
Ask for permission -- hugging requires a sender and receiver. Accepting that hugging isn't for everyone is simply another form of understanding and acceptance.
Ask permission when you need a hug. Hugging for wellness is a practice of sharing -- if you need a hug simply ask for one. And if you receive a hug, let the sender know you are appreciative.
Take responsibility for expressing what you need. (courtesy gagirl.com)
HUGS
There's something in a simple hug
That always warms the heart;
It welcomes us back home
And makes it easier to part.
A hug's a way to share the joy,
And, sad times we go through,
Or just a way for friends to say
They like you 'cause you're you.
Hugs are meant for anyone,
For whom we really care,
From your grandma to your neighbor,
Or a cuddly teddy bear.
A hug is an amazing thing,
It's just the perfect way,
To show the love we're feeling
But can't find the words to say.
It's funny how a little hug,
Makes everyone feel good;
In every place and language,
It's always understood.
And hugs don't need new equipment,
Special batteries or parts -
Just open up your arms,
And, open up your hearts.
Jill Wolf
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