Love and Respect

Love and Respect
By Tommy

Love is a two way street.
When we finally accept someone
Even with all our preconceived ideas and limitations…That's when we accept them for who they are.
We validate them,
Authenticate them,
Confirm them,
Endorse them...no matter what!The pure love of another is based on trust…simple trust.We must grow and love from within.We must trust and love enoughTo express authentically our true and honest feelings
As well as our needs.
We need to choose someone who will respect us,And help us…And listen to us! Our heart needs to open naturally,
Not in an artificial setting.Then true love turns into deep love.
We do not need to mold ourselvesTo suit the tastes of the other. This is not true love.
However, we need to respect the other at all times.
From the heart of one lover to the other,We must learn to relate our feelings to each other.
Love resides passionately where truth is expressed withoutThe fear of retribution…We must accept love whenever it is given.Love is a precious gift.We must appreciate it as such and fully acknowledge it. We must and we shall keep our love alive.
We will love completely and truthfully!We will confess our shortcomings!
We do have flaws…This is true and no lie.
However, our love will supercede these frailties.
The love of God passes through your being…And radiates in our lives because we are alive!
We are filled with love, forgiveness, confidence, and humanity!