14 Feb 2013, Valentine day...it was drizzling with rain. I was waiting at the bank. There was an Indian man holding a bunch of roses for sale. I was watching him and the men walking past, one after another. There were a few young men buying the roses from him. I smiled to myself, thinking...why are those middle age men not buying roses for their wives? Or are roses and chocolates are only available for the young lover/young couple?
I believe that every couple have their own ways to express their love for each other, in their unique way. Even though I never saw dad bring a rose to mom, and they have been married for 41 years, but they show their love and care for each other in their daily lives.
It was 24 years ago when I first became aware of "Valentine's Day". All I know about that is boyfriends, girlfriends, roses and chocolates. I know nothing about love. At that dreaming age I asked myself why I hadn't a boyfriend, as I too wished to receive chocolates and roses.
24 years later, I have grown and become wiser and understanding what true love is...I am learning to look into the "small" things in daily life and appreciate and be grateful for all that little things which take an effort.
I radiate loving kindness to all my loved ones before sleep at night and wake up in the morning, in a moment when I can be quiet and reflect what happens in my life.
My dear husband has made every single day become Valentine's Day, because that is what we want it to be. He has show me the most beautiful love. Of cause there are fights and arguments too...hahaha... but the love that we have brings us right understanding and right thought, showing us the right path.
I love you, Mr Bradley!
