Hi, Rob,

I never forget to love myself (the love is ever-present), but I sometimes forget to be compassionate and kind and loving with myself. I get led astray by my own expectations. And those of others.

I’ve learned to make take time for self-giving. One example is in my writing. I write. I’m sometimes selfish (self loving too) about my writing time. The laundry loads pile high, the soot sprites move in and move about, and the family notices my absence in many ways, yet I write.

Giving to myself, of course, shows me the love I show others. I love myself through giving acts of kindness, given of my time, my energy, me, not just in my thoughts or words. I live this love. And I give this love.

Smiles!