~Loving Kindness~ Kindness provides a house. But, Love makes a home. Kindness packs an adequate pack lunch. But, Love puts a note of encouragement inside. Kindness provides a television set or computer as a learning aid. But, Love controls the remote and cares enough to insist a child sign-off. Kindness sends a child to bed on time. But, Love tucks the covers around a child's neck and provides a goodnight hug and kiss.

Kindness cooks a meal. But, Love selects from your favorite foods menu and lights the candles. Kindness writes a thank-you note. But, Love thinks to include a joke or photograph, or bookmark (meaning I miss you), inside the envelope. Kindness keeps a clean and tidy house. But, Love adds a bouquet of fresh flowers. Kindness pours a glass of milk. But, Love occasionally adds a little chocolate sauce..

Kindness is doing what is decent, basic, courteous, and necessary for an even smooth and gentle flow of life. Love is taking the extra step to make life truly exciting creative and meaningful! Love is what makes things special! ~Unknown Author~

The Art Of Giving... We give of ourselves when we give gifts of the heart: love, kindness, joy, understanding, sympathy, tolerance, forgiveness. We give of ourselves when we give gifts of the mind: ideas, dreams, purposes, ideals, principles , vision, beauty, aspiration, peace, faith. We give of ourselves when we give the gift of words: encouragement, inspiration, guidance.