"I knew you loved me when . . .."
February is full of traditional expectations. But, sometimes loving comes in moments of humor and unexpected spontaneous scenarios we will never forget. Get ready as I share some loving inexpensive creativity you’ll never see in the movies.
When Allen and I first got married, I took birth control pills.
One day he put his arm around me and said, “Honey, I’ve just checked your pill pack, and I know what’s going on with you. It’s gonna be okay.”
And I knew he loved me!
Another day, another memory.
Allen underwent surgery on his arm and was not able to take a shower. He sat in his big maroon recliner in the family room, and I set up a basin and got to work.
Suddenly I noticed he was crying. “Allen are you in pain? Is there something wrong? Have I hurt you?”
Wiping his eyes with a tissue, he shook his head and muttered, “I didn’t know you loved me so much.”
My response: “Honey if I knew giving you a basin bath helped you believe I loved you, I should have done this years ago!”
And I knew Allen loved me when he bought new shoes for my car. I jumped up and down because my Michelin’s represented the most money, he ever spent on me!
I loved those tires more than a diamond! 
What’s the point?
When it comes to loving, not all people need what the world says is important. Sometimes we need to remember loving moments where actions became catalysts for feelings. For many of us sharing laughter and enjoying each other every day is easy because we know life is fragile and we never know how much time we have on this earth.
The spontaneous art of loving
Sometimes busyness overtakes the day- to-day. One crazy thing you can do is to tell people you love that you love them. Some people never grew up verbalizing such a thing. Jokingly, Allen and I often say to each other, “Have I told you lately, that I love you?” And if the answer is “No” we say "I love you" several times laughing all the way!
If you have never heard this song, enjoy it. I know it dates us, but it’s a great message by Rod Stewart. Grab an innocent family member, play the video, and dance and sing in the kitchen!
https://youtu.be/riodExIniMY?si=yFtDza_rxYLlL-p5
I believe we must tell people we love them and also acknowledge their loving actions. We gain peace when we express thanks to those who love us and pray for those who don't. And never forget the One who loves us most!
Of course, the greatest love of all our lives comes from the God that showers us every day. Don't forget to thank Him too. He is One who will loves us with His life!
Blessings and Happy Valentines!
Donna
