Love is defined in many different ways. Each of us through personal experiences can give a definition of love. It can be a hug, card, or smile. We can express love in many ways to neighbors, friends, and family. Expressions of love should be sincere and from the heart. People know the difference.
I challenge you to think of ways that can be very special and a blessing to others. You do not have to have loads of money to show an act of loving kindness.
Baby or adult sitting for a friend can be a valuable gift. This gift of time shows love. It allows for a few moments of quality time that they can spend with a friend, spouse, or quiet time for themselves.
Making a meal for someone is also a special act of love. It can be for the reason of sickness, healing after a stay in the hospital, or just because. Surprise someone!
Something that I enjoy doing with my daughter is making batches of breads, cookies, or small cakes. We package them in cellophane bags and pretty ribbon with a tag that says, "Just for You." We like to give them out to friends at church or neighbors. My daughter gets time with me and I get to teach her how to give love.
Telephoning can make someone's day. Dial a number that you have not called in a while and just say hello. The sound of your voice will be sweet. Make it a habit and pick a night that you spend a few minutes calling random people just because you care.
I am not much of a phone talker so, many times I choose email or facebook. But, I must say that I really like picking a special card, hand made or not, and sitting down to write a little note that expresses my thoughts about the person I am writing. We all get advertisements, junk mail, and bills. How refreshing to receive a card in the mail that says hello, you are important to me, or I love you. Who wouldn't want to hear those words?
So, think about how you can show love sincerely. Do not expect anything in return. Unselfishly give of your self and see what a blessing you can be.
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Welcome to “Steeped in Him”. I sit here at my computer thinking of how to start my blog while the kettle waits to whistle. My Royal Albert “Morning Glory” tea cup is waiting to be filled with that fragrant amber liquid called oolong. I may need to take a break and get my tea before I make any explanations.
My love for tea is one reason that I chose this name. I suppose growing up in Canada helped to foster this addiction~for it was an every day experience. The Second Cup was a wonderful place to get a tea on the go or sit and sip. I suppose that I must add that while I did work at Tim Horton Donuts for the duration of my highschool years, I rarely drank the coffee (even though it is the absolute best). I could make as many cups of tea as I wanted and to boot, get to use 18% cream along with savoring the delectable honey stick! Ok, I know…but we won’t go there. My sentimental reason is my mom. She passed away in 1994 and is now with the Lord. She had tea cups and would let me use whichever beautifully designed cup for my tea. Tea cups are not just for display! You must use them! I would usually chose my favorite cornflower blue tea cup. To this day, I don’t know why I loved this cup. It was just my cup. Oh, always Red Rose Tea in our house. I also remember visiting Gram and Gramp in Port Colborne. Gramp always made tea in the clear glass tea pot and talked about the Bible. Gram would always have her treats or homemade bread. We would sit and talk over tea. There is a special relationship between the tea, cup, and pot. It is one of relaxation, comfort, personality, and familiarity. Sitting with a cup of tea brings the chaos of the day to a standstill even though you know that the world is not actually at peace, it feels like it for a brief moment.
The most important reason for choosing my title name was that it reminded me of what I want my relationship with Jesus Christ to exemplify. My life should be steeped in God’s Word (which means that I want to saturated and soaked all the way through to my whole being), infused with His love for others and extend hospitality, sweetened by the Holy Spirit so that Jesus rules my life (I need this discernment and His control), and stirred from above (I want Him to direct my life and lead me only where He wants me to venture).
My purpose for this blog is to hopefully share thoughts, memories, ideas, and anything else that would seem interesting or even just my ramblings as I sip a cuppa. Hopefully, at some point you will find a little piece of something that you can take along that encourages and uplifts your soul.
The kettle has long since whistled and my tea cup twice filled now sits empty, so, goodnight it shall be.
My love for tea is one reason that I chose this name. I suppose growing up in Canada helped to foster this addiction~for it was an every day experience. The Second Cup was a wonderful place to get a tea on the go or sit and sip. I suppose that I must add that while I did work at Tim Horton Donuts for the duration of my highschool years, I rarely drank the coffee (even though it is the absolute best). I could make as many cups of tea as I wanted and to boot, get to use 18% cream along with savoring the delectable honey stick! Ok, I know…but we won’t go there. My sentimental reason is my mom. She passed away in 1994 and is now with the Lord. She had tea cups and would let me use whichever beautifully designed cup for my tea. Tea cups are not just for display! You must use them! I would usually chose my favorite cornflower blue tea cup. To this day, I don’t know why I loved this cup. It was just my cup. Oh, always Red Rose Tea in our house. I also remember visiting Gram and Gramp in Port Colborne. Gramp always made tea in the clear glass tea pot and talked about the Bible. Gram would always have her treats or homemade bread. We would sit and talk over tea. There is a special relationship between the tea, cup, and pot. It is one of relaxation, comfort, personality, and familiarity. Sitting with a cup of tea brings the chaos of the day to a standstill even though you know that the world is not actually at peace, it feels like it for a brief moment.
The most important reason for choosing my title name was that it reminded me of what I want my relationship with Jesus Christ to exemplify. My life should be steeped in God’s Word (which means that I want to saturated and soaked all the way through to my whole being), infused with His love for others and extend hospitality, sweetened by the Holy Spirit so that Jesus rules my life (I need this discernment and His control), and stirred from above (I want Him to direct my life and lead me only where He wants me to venture).
My purpose for this blog is to hopefully share thoughts, memories, ideas, and anything else that would seem interesting or even just my ramblings as I sip a cuppa. Hopefully, at some point you will find a little piece of something that you can take along that encourages and uplifts your soul.
The kettle has long since whistled and my tea cup twice filled now sits empty, so, goodnight it shall be.
2 comments:
Hey Cherie,
Love the blog and all of the ideas. Keep 'em coming. I found it off the Bro. Danny's blog which I found and the church website. Love it.
LeeAnna
Thanks, LeeAnna. I need to get on more often. I have lots of ideas and will post more soon.
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