A Tale; A Story; A Life

Chapter 1: the Beginning

Once upon a time there was a girl who left her home on an adventure. She travelled quite a distance and was looking forward to some new things. The need for a job arose, in order to pay for food and rent, so she ventured into an offer where she met an incredible boy. The feelings were strong and unexpected; she tried her hardest to push them aside. Eventually the girl and boy got closer and enjoyed each others company immensely. Much time was spent together, and they were happy.

Chapter 2: the Sadness

After a time, things became difficult for the girl and boy. People were talking behind their backs, saying mean things. Some were mis-treating the girl. She did not understand. She wanted to leave her job and venture somewhere else for financial support. Big trouble was brewing for the couple, so they decided to part. There was much sadness and confusion. People still talked and treated the girl with dis-respect. She was very dis-heartened.

Chapter 3: the Parting

After some more time, the boy was sent away. The girl carried on, but she was very unhappy in her position. She decided to return to the home that she loved and was familiar with. She packed up her belongings and started her trek back to her family and friends. She was feeling much happier than she had for some time.

Chapter 4: the Rekindling

After more time passed, the girl really missed the boy. The boy had remained in contact with the girl. They both realized that they still cared deeply for one another and decided to try being together again. After much discussion the girl decided to go to the boy to start a new life together. She left home for another adventure.

Chapter 5: the Happiness

More time passed, as it often does, and the girl and boy became wife and husband. They were very happy and made a life for one another that they could've never imagined. They think back to the hard times they had and are glad that they could overcome the obstacles and be more happy than they ever thought possible.

The End

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A hug is like a boomerang - you get it back right away. ~Bil Keane (Family Circus)

You can't wrap love in a box, but you can wrap a person in a hug. ~Unknown

A hug is a handshake from the heart. ~Unknown

Hugs grease the wheels of the world. ~Unknown

Oh, I love hugging. I wish I was an octopus, so I could hug 10 people at a time!

~Drew Barrymore

A Hug Is Two Hearts Wrapped In Arms ~Unknown

They invented hugs to let people know you love them without saying anything. ~Bil Keane

A hug is two hearts wrapped in arms. ~Author Unknown

We need 4 hugs a day for survival. We need 8 hugs a day for maintenance. We need 12 hugs a day for growth —Virginia Satir, family therapist

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There's something in a simple hug
That always warms the heart;
It welcomes us back home
And makes it easier to part.

A hug's a way to share the joy
And sad times we go through,
Or just a way for friends to say
They like you 'cause you're you.

Hugs are meant for anyone
For whom we really care,
From your grandma to your neighbour,
Or a cuddly teddy bear.

A hug is an amazing thing -
It's just the perfect way
To show the love we're feeling
But can't find the words to say.

It's funny how a little hug
Makes everyone feel good;
In every place and language,
It's always understood.

And hugs don't need new equipment,
Special batteries or parts -
Just open up your arms
And open up your hearts.

Jill Wolf

I will not play Tug O' War,
I'd rather play Hug O' War;
Where everyone hugs, instead of tugs,
And everyone giggles and rolls on the rug.
Where everyone kisses,
and everyone grins;
everyone cuddles,
and everyone wins.
~Shel Silverstein

"Hugging is healthy: it helps the body's immunity system, it keeps you healthier, it cures depression, it reduces stress, it induces sleep, it's invigorating, it's rejuvenating, it has no unpleasant side effects, and hugging is nothing less than a miracle drug.

Hugging is all natural: it is organic, naturally sweet, it has no pesticides, no preservatives, no artificial ingredients, and is 100% wholesome.

Hugging is practically perfect: there are no movable parts, no batteries to replace, no periodic check-ups, has low energy consumption, high energy yield, is inflation-proof, non-fattening, has no monthly payments, no insurance requirements, is theft-proof, non-taxable, non-polluting, and is, of course, fully refundable."

-- Sharon Lindsey --

A HUG

No moving parts, no batteries.
No monthly payments and no fees;
Inflation proof, non-taxable,
In fact, it's quite relaxable;
It can't be be stolen, won't pollute,
One size fits all, do not dilute.
It uses little energy,
But yields results enormously,
Relieves your tension and your stress,
Invigorates your happiness;
Combats depression, makes you beam,
And elevates your self esteem!
Your circulation it corrects
Without unpleasant side effects
It is, I think, the perfect drug:
May I prescribe, my friend,....the hug!
(and of course fully returnable!)

- author unknown

Hugging is good medicine. It transfers energy, and gives the person hugged an emotional boost. You need four hugs a day for survival, eight for maintenance, and twelve for growth. A hug makes you feel good. The skin is the largest organ we have and it needs a great deal of care. A hug can cover a lot of skin and gives the message that you care. It is also a form of communication. It can say things you don't have words for. The nicest thing about a hug is that you usually can't give one without getting one.

-- Author Unknown

HUGGING

It's wondrous what a hug can do.
A hug can cheer you when you're blue
A hug can say, "I love you so,"
Or, "I hate to see you go."
A hug is "Welcome back again."
And "Great to see you! Where 'er you been?"
A hug can soothe a small child's pain
And bring a rainbow after rain.
The hug, there's just no doubt about it --
We scarcely could survive without it!
A hug delights and warms and charms;
It must be why God gave us arms
Hugs are great for fathers and mothers,
Sweet for sisters, swell for brothers;
And chances are your favorite aunts
love them more than potted plants.
Kittens crave them, puppies love them,
Heads of states are not above them.
A hug can break the language barrier
And make your travel so much merrier.
No need to fret about your store of 'em;
The more you give, the more there are of 'em.
So stretch those arms without delay
And give someone a hug today!

- Dean Walley

My Life is Wonderful

I am so grateful for the life that I live. Sometimes I miss people or things from the years passed, but the past is gone, and we must live in the moment. At least I experienced thos things and met those people; fond memories can be cherished. I look forward to experiencing new things and meeting new people. I look forward to every day with my wonderful husband.

I may not be doing what I thought I would with my life. I had dreams and hopes and goals and aspirations when I was younger. Things change. Nothing is what you expected it to be.

I never thought I would get married, but then I met someone who I can't live without, and my ideas changed.

I never thought I would move to another country, but that's the way things unfolded and I am very happy where I am living. I have a beautiful home in a perfect little city. There is so much to see and do. I wouldn't have gotten to see this place had we not moved here.

I never thought that I would lose my mother so early in life. And I never thought that I would miss her as much as I do. It makes me grateful to know that I loved/love her that much. I apprecite knowing her as long as I did, and learning as much as I could from her.

I never thought that I could 'grow up' and conquer my depression. All those years of hard work and research really helped me find control and accept who I am. With that knowledge, I have been able to help others with their mental issues. I'm no expert, but I do have first hand experience, and am grateful to share any advice to help others stop suffering.

I never thought that I could be as happy as I am today. I had such a cloud of sadness over my head for so many years, that I never thought it would go away. It proves to me that you can never give up. You can be happy and healthy and grateful. I try to look for the good in everything and everyone. It's there. It may not seem to be at first, but it is always there.

Life is wonderful.

I couldn't ask for anything better.

Valentine's Day

I'm not one of those tyical girls who need anything for V-day, except to hang out with the love of my life. And that's what I got to do. Exchange of silly cards back and forth in the morning. I actually got school-type valentines for him, he got me sweet and funny cards. I made him a braclet out of embroidery thread.

We went to the Zoo. We are both Tigers in Chinese Astrology, and Feb 14 was Chinese New Year 2010, Year of the Tiger. We decided to visit out tigers at the zoo. It was a beautiful day. Quite warm and sunny, but brisk. Walked around for hours and enjoyed outselves immensely. After some food shopping, we went home and I got my favourite lunch: Eggs Benny. Paul makes the best !

Watched some Olympics, and had BBQ drumsticks with grilled asparagus, corn on the cob and green beans with carrots, almondine style. Beautiful day, wonderful meal, excellent company.

I love my life.

wonderful life

I am so grateful for the life that I live.
Sometimes I miss people or things that I used to do but that is the past.
At least I experienced those things and have the fond memories of....
I look forward to experiencing new things and meeting new people.
I look forward to everyday with my wonderful husband.
Laughing at old funnies, or finding new ones to enjoy.
Life is wonderful.
I couldn't ask for anything better.