Honesty is overrated. Whoever says that does not understand the value of being honest. But yet, people are not even honest with themselves because of fear. Fear of hurting others, fear of being discovered, fear of commitment, etc. But honesty is of the utmost importance when it comes to a healthy and loving relationship. Yes, different aspects are fundamental in a relationship, such as communication, patience, understanding, etc. Yet, honesty is a driving force behind any element of a healthy relationship and love. Honesty is what makes all other aspects work because without honesty, having good communication skills does not count. Or being understanding cannot work because you are being…

I know that not everyone is lucky with love. And I feel that sometimes it can cause a person to become down on themselves. I think when a person feels that they are not lucky with love, this is when they need to take a good hard look at themselves. I am not saying something is wrong with the person, but maybe just maybe, something needs to be worked on so that love can come and stay.  Many times I heard people tell me about how love is just not a thing anymore, for they cannot seem to hold onto it any. But I say it is not because you…

Showing up is a big part of a relationship, but it goes deeper than just being there. It means being present at the moment. Being present at the moment means you are there, listening, participating and not causing any trouble or hurt to those around you. You are there for your partner, which is the only thing that should matter. There are moments for us and moments for our partners, which should make a difference in how we act and react in situations. Being there does not mean avoiding. It does not mean complaining or making excuses. Being present means showing up for your partner. Nowadays, people tend to forget…

Not everyone is romantic, so they say, but I say people are romantic in different ways. Not everyone is romantic in a way that is like in movies. And yes, some people like that kind of romance that does something special, buy romantic presents or creates a certain mood. I cannot say that anyone has ever done such things to me, but I have seen others receive this romantic gesture. As much as this can be thrilling and fun to receive, I feel that not everyone has that kind of ability to create romantic gestures. We all are different, and how we see and act romantically is different. To one…

Not in my country but in the USA, there is a widely celebrated holiday, the fourth of July. It is similar to the first of July, Canada Day here in Canada. But in the USA, it is celebrated with love and fun it is incredible to participate in. I have been there celebrating this holiday, and it is mainly fun and can be an exciting way to spend time with your loved ones.  Fireworks are a huge part of celebrating this event, and what better way to spend time with your partner than sitting on a blanket and watching the fireworks above your head. The amazing moment that can bring…

We all kiss, whether with our partner or another loved one, kissing is how we show how we feel toward another person. We all do it, whether it is love or fondness or just plain liking another. It does not matter your background, culture, or religion. We all kiss. A kiss is a sign of friendship and love toward the other. Now different kinds of kisses create certain feelings we would have with certain people. Such as we would not French kiss our grandmother. But each type of kiss creates a feeling of love and fondness.  In the world we live in today, it is clear that we take certain…

As a writer, I tend to do research a lot because I like to know that what I am writing is accurate in some form or fashion. I am not always accurate, but I like making things appear realistic. Yet in my research, I have found that people often want to think or believe there is a right way to love. But in all the stories I have read, there is no straight path to love. Sometimes love is messy, sometimes, it is straightforward, and sometimes love is boring. There is no way to know. However, I have realized that many people think of love as some grand gesture or…

With summer on its way and the temperatures heating up, we can enjoy more picnics and eat outside with a glass of wine or other outdoor activities. It is the time of year that we spend the most outside. Although some are out even in the middle of winter, I find more people outside in summer enjoying the nice weather than in any other season. Picnics are a popular way of enjoying time with your partner. Where you can enjoy pleasant conversation and food. Another way is walking in nature. It is a beautiful way to allow love to bloom.  I find that summer is the time to renew and…

In my experience, people tend to do almost anything for love. They endure many hardships and would go far beyond things they should, just for love. Yet now I see that in certain things, this can be the wrong way of doing things. Yes, we should do anything for the one we love. But it has to be a two-way street. This is what makes a difference. In my book, I always portray people doing extreme things for one another. But I find that in real life, only one person is often willing to go to an extreme more than the other. I think the key here is that both…

Love is a complex term. Each person can see this term in different ways. How can we understand a term that has multiple ideas and definitions? I know that we all have ways of seeing things. We all perceive things differently. Some will say you change for a loved one, and some will say you are accepted as who you are. I say that there is a balance of both. I believe that in some aspects if the person is meant to be, they will not change who you are as a person, yet will also want to push you to become your best self. This is how I know…