More than a few of my friends talk of something on many minds; romance! Quietly I listen and silently I pray for this romance to touch all. Of course I never feel the need to leave myself out of this blessing either. The greatest emotion to move our lives is love. My observation however, is the many ways others may view love. I don’t always understand the dismissal of romantic love if it doesn’t come “pre-packaged” by some kind of Hallmark ideal.
I have experienced love in the least expected ways, and because of these moments, I have enjoyed great romantic memories. Just to share but a few examples….the times my husband gives me space for private conversation when I am hurting, by being near but never eavesdropping….how he holds my hand without my needing to tell him I long to feel his touch….when he strums his guitar without my asking, to ease my agitated mood….the many times he lets me cry, knowing his words cannot change the reasons I need to let go of my tears…..
Romance is real, but it isn’t written the same for all.