Celebrate Your Friends and Yourself This Valentine's Day

I've been reflecting about friendship and what it means to me this Valentine's Day. The words that come to mind are kindness, authentic, non-judgmental, close attention, sharing, growth, thoughtfulness, give-and-take, balance, willingness, warmth, generosity, blessing, grace, showing up, gratitude, fun, tears, laughter and visions of all those I hold dear in my heart. 💗

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This post is my love letter to you dear friends 💌. Thanks to all those who have come to my blog this year, and all those who have yet to come. What words, ideas, or feelings come to mind, when you think of friendship or Valentine's Day? Please let me know you're visiting me, by sharing in the comments section below. Hugs to you dear ones. Nancy Andres

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Share the Love

Today and every day is a wonderful time to share my love, thoughts, and feelings about you, me, and the meaning of "share the love." I'm going to do it by using original quotations I've created and present to you. Each is a gift dear reader. I've shared a few of them in blogs posts, and others are affirmations I repeat to myself. The rest are inspiring ideas I get during meditation or when I'm out living my abundant life. If any have meaning for you, please let me know.

"Love yourself through each day, even if it is challenging. Self-compassion fills each day with promise." Nancy Andres

"I nourish my mind, body, and spirit healthfully and my thoughts, feelings, and actions heal me." Nancy Andres

"Friendships are like gardens. They give us pleasure and comfort, as long as we tend them with care. Nurture your friendships and your garden will grow." Nancy Andres

"Recovery and healing are day-at-a-time processes. I am generous with myself and others and know each of us has the option of starting over any time we need to." Nancy Andres

"I keep life simple by lovingly focusing on my own business and gently releasing others to experience their own choices." Nancy Andres

"Joy is everywhere that I see it. I live life with my eyes wide open." Nancy Andres

"Be well. Live well. Lead a colorful life!" Nancy Andres

Sending Much Love to You Every Day of the Year.

P.S. Feel free to use these quotes, but please link back to my post.

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White Roses for YOU

Sending my dear readers-a bouquet. The white is a symbol of the unexpected snow we had last week. Part of me felt sad these roses didn't smell sweet. And most of me was joyful, because they were a gift from a loved one.

Have you noticed, for the last couple of years, commercial roses have little or no fragrance? That's why I cherish those picked fresh from my garden. Does anyone know of a florist in Tucson that sells roses that have an aroma? Please let me know. And who do you want to send a bouquet to today? And for what reason? I especially want to send these flowers to special friends: Mary S., Linda D., Minka, Beth, Jodi, Paula, and Marianne. You have been helping me grow in special ways. Thank you for being in my life.

The quote for today is: "A friend is one who knows you and loves you just the same." Elbert Hubbard
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