Being happy for the other person
When they are happy
Being sad for the other
Person when they are sad
Being together in good times
And being together in bad times
Love is the source of strength.

Being honest with yourself at all times
Being honest with the other person at all times
Telling, listening, respecting the truth
And never pretending
Love is the source of reality.

An understanding that is so complete that
You feel as if you are a part of the other person
Accepting the other person just the way they are
And not trying to change them to be something else
Love is the source of unity.

The freedom to pursue your own desires
While sharing your experiences with the other person
The growth of one individual alongside of
And together with the growth of another individual
Love is the source of success.

The excitement of planning things together
The excitement of doing things together
Love is the source of the future.

The fury of the storm
The calm of the rainbow
Love is the source of passion.

Giving and taking in a daily situation
Being patient with each other’s needs and desires
Love is the source of sharing.

Knowing that the other person
Will always be with you regardless of what happens
Missing the other person when they are away
But remaining near in heart at all times
Love is the source of security.

Love is the source of life.

By Ann Leyh