To love takes courage.

It takes courage to share ourselves. When we share ourselves, we trust. When we trust, we share part of ourselves and hearts that another person could betray and hurt. It is a possibility, yes. But with that risk comes the possibility of a reward to connect with the person who could truly touch us to the depths of our soul. To trust another opens the possibilities for a true connection.

Love does not concern itself with burden. Love does not think of trouble. Love attempts what others thought were beyond its strength. Love does not plead any excuse for the impossible.

Although it sometimes get weary, it does not complain of tiredness. Although it’s pressured, it does not give way. Although challenged, it does not give up and quit.

Love does not make demands, or claims for what it owns. Love does not believe in ownership. Love offers the unrestricted freedom to find oneself. Love does not expect loyalty. Love does not expect to be repaid for its kindness. Love does not expect to be loved in return.

Love is just…..love. Simple. Uncomplicated. Flows freely to a heart that is open to receive it and pass it on.

I learned it, with joys and heartbreaks. But I learned it.

How do we learn about LOVE?

We learn it from the people who truly loved us.