Wanna know what LOVE is?

DEFINE LOVE - This is what I used to see in the second part of autograph/slum book back in my elementary and high school days. 


How do you answer that? Some says :






Love is blind. 
Love is like a rosary that is full of mysteries.
Love is like a poison, it can kill a person.


We, as individuals have different ways of defining it. But how did the Bible define love? How did God define love?








Wanna know what LOVE is? 

This

 is 

LOVE

1 Corinthian v4-7

⁴ Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. ⁵ It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. ⁶ Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. ⁷ It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.

45 Things a girl wants, but won't ask for :

1. Touch her waist.

2. Actually talk to her.

3. Share secrets with her.

4. Give her your jacket.
5. Kiss her slowly.

Are you remembering this?

6. Hug her.

7. Hold her.

8. Laugh with her.

9. Invite her somewhere.

10. Hangout with her and your friends together.

KEEP READING ..

11. Smile with her.

12. Take pictures with her.
13. Pull her onto your lap.

14. When she says she loves you more, deny it. Fight back.

15. When her friends say “I love her more than you”, deny it. Fight back and hug her tight so she can’t get to her friends. It makes her feel loved.

Are you thinking of someone?

16. Always hug her and say I love you whenever you see her.

17. Kiss her unexpectedly.
18. Hug her from behind around the waist.

19. Tell her she’s beautiful.

20. Tell her the way you feel about her.

One last thing you need to do to show her you actually do mean it.

21. Open doors for her, walk her to her car - it makes her feel protected, plus it never hurts to act like a gentleman.

22. Tell her she’s your everything - only if you mean it.

23. If it seems like there is something wrong, ask her - if she denies something being wrong, it means SHE DOESN’T WANT TO TALK ABOUT IT - so just hug her.

24. Make her feel loved.

25. Kiss her in front of OTHER girls you know!

WE MIGHT DENY IT BUT WE ACTUALLY LIKE AND KINDA WANT YOU TO TICKLE US ..

26. Don’t lie to her.

27. DON’T cheat on her.

28. Take her ANYWHERE she wants.

29. Text message or call her in the morning and tell her have a good day at school, and how much you miss her.

30. Be there for her whenever she needs you, and even when she doesn’t need you, just be there so she’ll know that she can always count on you.

ARE YOU STILL READING THIS? YOU BETTER, BECAUSE IT’S IMPORTANT.

31. Hold her close when she’s cold so she can hold you too.

32. When you are alone hold her close and kiss her.

33. Kiss her on the cheek; (it will give her the hint that you want to kiss her).

34. While in the movies, put your arm around her and then she will automatically put her head on your shoulder, then lean in and tilt her chin up and kiss her lightly.

35. Don’t ever tell her to leave even jokingly or act like you’re mad. If she’s upset, comfort her.

REMEMBER ALL THESE THINGS WHEN YOU ARE WITH HER NEXT ..

36. When people diss her, stand up for her.

37. Look deep into her eyes and tell her you love her.
38. Lay down under the stars and put her head on your chest so she can listen to the steady beat of your heart, link your fingers together while you whisper to her as she rests her eyes and listens to you.
39. When walking next to each other grab her hand.

40. When you hug her, hold her in your arms as long as possible.

MAKE SURE SHE KNOWS SHES LOVED.

41. Call or text her at night to wish her sweet dreams.

42. Comfort her when she cries and wipe away her tears.

43. Take her for long walks at night.

44. Always remind her how much you love her.

45. Sit on top of her and tell her how much you love her and then bend down to her face and kiss her while you’re sitting on her.

You’ll never know when she needs just a little more love .. ♥!

Dear Steve Jobs - Joshua Harris

Dear Steve Jobs - Joshua Harris

Tonight when I left a prayer meeting at our church I found two text messages (on my iPhone) from friends telling me that Steve Jobs had died. I was surprised at how sad I felt at the news. My prayers are with his family and friends.The following is a post I wrote in April of last year when the iPad was first released. I share it again here to mark his passing. 

Dear Steve Jobs,

Tonight my son Joshua Quinn and I drove to the Apple store in Montgomery Mall with our good friends the Marescos--Kenneth, Patrick and Braden--to see and touch your new iPad. On the way home we all talked about whether or not we "felt a connection" with it (we all did) and what our favorite features were. I loved looking at pictures on it--so much more personal and intimate than a laptop. Joshua Quinn liked playing a car racing game. Kenneth said reading a book on it made the Kindle look like a decrepit Palm Pilot.

I was thoroughly impressed. Yes, I agree with all the hype about the iPad being a game-changer for how we read books, surf the web and interact with all the digital stuff in our lives like movies, games and photos. Of course you already know all this.

I did not buy one, though sometime down the road I might. Even though I consider myself a foaming-at-the-mouth Apple fanboy, I'm glad to say I've grown in self-control a bit over the years. And I don't feel I need to own an iPad to enjoy the unfolding spectacle of public interest and your gift of stirring up media interest. I just enjoyed watching other people use the iPad at the store. I can't imagine what it's like for you to watch people using it. That must be fun for you.

It struck me tonight how many of God's characteristics your work embodies. The Bible teaches that man is made in the image of God. In other words man is the creature most like God on the earth. And that's on display in your life. The creativity and attention to detail and joy you take in unveiling your work to the world, are all qualities that point to the ultimate Creator and Inventor and Showman. 

Mr. Jobs, you are created in God's image. He's the one who has given you all the incredible gifts and talents that have allowed you to succeed. I sincerely pray that you'll glorify him--that you won't be like the ancient King Nebuchadnezzar who proudly surveyed the kingdom he built and ascribed it all to his own majesty and brilliance. (If you've never heard his story, it's in chapter 4 of the book of Daniel and is worth reading.)

I've been using your computers now for 25 years. I'm grateful for the work you've done. I mean that. Thank you! And I want you to know that I pray for your good health often. I also pray that one day soon you'll come to know and worship God's son, Jesus Christ, who gave his life to save sinners like you and me. All the success you've achieved is meaningless apart from knowing him and finding through faith in him reconciliation with God.

God bless you, Mr. Jobs. And great work on the iPad.

Sincerely,

Joshua Harris

http://www.joshharris.com/2011/10/dear_steve_jobs.php

Health and Healing

My Daughter,


            My desire is for you to live in health all the days of your life.  Bring Me your pain, sorrow and grief and I will give you joy and health.  Hold on to Me because I am your strength.  I want you to live out all the days of your life and fulfill every plan I have set before you.  I am the Lord who heals you.

-God

Our Father... Holy is the Lord

I didn't go to work today... my body is still suffering with so much pain. The meds given to me is no longer effective. Lots of vomiting, lack of appetite, too much stomach pain.


I am weak. I know this is the time to draw near to the One who gives me strength. No other name, but the name of Jesus.


I still thank the Lord for all these sickness and suffering. I know this moment is given to me to have that reflection time - to have that QUIET time.


As I was in the middle of pain, I sang this song - OUR FATHER.  My Father, forgive my sins I pray.

Hear our prayer

We are Your children

And we've gathered here today, bless me

We're gathered here to pray

Hear our cry

Lord, we need Your mercy

And we need Your grace today, yes, we do

Hear us as we pray

Our Father, who art in Heaven

Hallowed be thy name

Our Father, hear us from Heaven

Forgive our sins we pray

Hear our song

As it rises to Heaven

May Your glory fill the earth

As the waters cover the seas

See our hearts

And remove anything

That is standing in the way

Of coming to You today

Our Father, who art in Heaven

Hallowed be Thy name

Our Father, hear us from Heaven

Forgive our sins we pray

And though we are few

We're surrounded by many

Who have crossed that river before

And this is the song we'll be singing forever

Holy is the Lord

Holy is the Lord

Holy is the Lord

Holy is the Lord

Holy is the Lord

Holy is the Lord

Holy is the Lord

Holy is the Lord

Hear our prayer

We are Your children

And we've gathered here today

We're gathered here to pray

Hear our cry

Oh Lord, we need Your mercy

And we need Your grace today, yes, we do

Hear us as we pray

Our Father, who art in Heaven

Hallowed be Thy name

Our Father, hear us from Heaven

Forgive our sins we pray

Our Father, who art in Heaven

Hallowed be thy name

Our Father, hear us from Heaven

Forgive our sins we pray

Forgive our sins we pray

Forgive our sins we pray

Oh yeah

I want a DIVORCE!

THE BEST DIVORCE LETTER EVER!












Dear Wife,


I’m writing you this letter to tell you that I’m leaving you forever. I’ve been a good man to you for 7 years & I have nothing to show for it. These last 2 weeks have been hell.


Your boss called to tell me that you quit your job today & that was the last straw. Last week, you came home & didn’t even notice I had a new haircut, had cooked your favorite meal & even wore a brand new pair of silk boxers. You ate in 2 minutes, & went straight to sleep after watching all of your soaps. You don’t tell me you love me anymore; you don’t want sex or anything that connects us as husband & wife. Either you’re cheating on me or you don’t love me anymore; whatever the case, I’m gone.




Your EX-Husband


P.S. don’t try to find me. Your SISTER & I are moving away to West Virginia together!
Have a great life!




——




Dear Ex-Husband


Nothing has made my day more than receiving your letter.


It’s true you & I have been married for 7 years, although a good man is a far cry from what you’ve been. I watch my soaps so much because they drown out your constant whining & griping Too bad that doesn’t work. I DID notice when you got a hair cut last week, but the 1st thing that came to mind was ‘You look just like a girl!’ Since my mother raised me not to say anything if you can’t say something nice, I didn’t comment. And when you cooked my favorite meal, you must have gotten me confused with MY SISTER, because I stopped eating pork 7 years ago. About those new silk boxers: I turned away from you because the $49.99 price tag was still on them, & I prayed it was a coincidence that my sister had just borrowed $50 from me that morning.


After all of this, I still loved you & felt we could work it out. So when I hit the lotto for 10 million dollars, I quit my job & bought us 2 tickets to Jamaica But when I got home you were gone.. Everything happens for a reason, I guess.


I hope you have the fulfilling life you always wanted. My lawyer said that the letter you wrote ensures you won’t get a dime from me.


So take care.




Signed,
Your Ex-Wife, Rich As Hell & Free!


P.S. I don’t know if I ever told you this, but my sister Carla was born Carl.


I hope that’s not a problem.. ;P

LDR Argument 101

How to handle long distance arguments?

It’s going to happen eventually if you haven’t had an argument already. Having an argument long distance is not easy. There are certain things you should and should not do in an argument.

1. Don’t hang up the phone.  As tempting as it might be, this is the worst thing you could possibly do. It is disrespectful and in my opinion no one deserves it. Try to stick it out. Make a promise to each other that you will not hang up the phone.


2. Don’t interrupt. Take turns explaining your points, and hear the other person
out.


3.  Actually listen to what they are saying and don’t think about why they are wrong or prepare how you are going to argue what they are saying, just listen. Don’t dismiss their points even if you think they are downright wrong. Show them some respect, if you want respect in return.


4.  Tell them how you feel not what they did. Say how they made you feel. For example, “I feel like I’m low priority in your busy life.” Instead of, “You make hanging out with me a lower priority than hanging out with your friends.” The difference? Using the second sentence is going to make them feel defensive and they are only going to argue with you. Telling them how it makes you feel will be a lot more effective.


5.  Try to find a compromise. Agree on something you’re both comfortable with even if it means not getting exactly what either of you want. It’s better than not getting what you want at all.


6. Don’t use the cold shoulder technique. This is just as bad as hanging up. Giving someone the cold shoulder (aka. not speaking to them) is only going to make things worse. You’re not going to get any happier, and they aren’t either.  And it’s not going to make them come crawling to you for forgiveness and give you what you want (the usual motive, whether the person doing the ignoring will admit to that or not). Just don’t do it.


7.  Don’t put off conflict. Handle the issue ASAP. Get it over and done with. The longer it lingers, the longer it will be affecting your relationship in a negative way.


8. Don’t create an argument. Sometimes people will get frustrated with the distance and make a big deal about something small that probably wouldn't usually bother them. Avoid creating an argument in the first place and you’ll save yourself a lot trouble. If you are frustrated with the distance, talk about it with your boyfriend/girlfriend. Venting about what you’re really upset with is better than getting into a heated argument about something unrelated.


9. Avoid having an argument online. If you start to argue, it is better to talk it out, instead of instant messaging. The last thing you need is to be misinterpreted.






*** thanks to Michelle and Frank for these helpful tips! Visit their website at http://www.lovingfromadistance.com for more details