Step of the Day

Stepping into the Canvas as it was the first and last. Today is a new beginning, a time for sharing everything you Love about Life. The Canvas can be dull or filled with sunshine…the choice is up to you! Whether we share clouds of grey or Rays of Sunshine, this shall be our reality for the day…which to choose?

All We Need Is Love

In a time when Valentine’s Day is celebrated by Lover’s and those wishing to share Love with another, we are reminded of its significant value. Valentines’ Day is a time to celebrate one’s Love often expressed to another. It is also the second largest Hallmark moment, next to Christmas, and is often accompanied with greeting cards, flowers or even more extravagant gifts.

The origin of this festival had an entirely different meaning prior to the 5th century. The earliest recordings state that the February festival was a time of an ancient fertility festival, dedicated to the Roman god of agriculture, Faunus, as well as the Roman founders Romulus and Remus. This festival was eventually banned by the Catholic church in the early 5th century. Pope Gelasasius declared it a day of celebration, honoring patron Saint Vincent. The irony here is that many would still consider honoring a person as a form Idolatry, stemming from Paganism.

Regardless of the detail, it does remain a festival of sharing Love…and there is no greater gift than sharing Love. However, should it be reserved for only one day? Can it be extended throughout the year? Can we adopt a belief system that shares Love and not hate? Can we all hear the sounds of John Lennon, as the Beatles sing…All we need is Love?

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Today, I challenge you to share Love with all your encounters. Love does not have to be physical, but merely a kind thought towards someone. Sharing Love with another can change the whole day. Sharing Love with those closest to us…and furthest away if possible. It is not reserved for any one person or any one day, but it is meant to be shared by all…for all eternity. Love is the answer to all things.

Stepping into the Canvas with Love over-flowing. Sharing our day in Love, we set a tone for a new beginning. A new beginning, filled with Love, Peace and Happiness…not opposition. It is not reserved for some, but All-Inclusive. When we learn to Love freely, we learn the meaning of Agape. Love unconditionally and you shall know true freedom…