Gift-Of-Love

Greetings everyone! ♥

When we give the Gift of Love, we are giving from our heart without any expectations of receiving in return. We don't have to give from our wallet to be giving, either. When we 'show' we care; when we 'show' compassion, understanding, empathy; when we have and 'show' respect for others; when we do something, even seemingly small like helping another carry something or things or hold the door for another or say something to cheer up another; when we listen to another to actually listen; when we give up just some of our time for another or others are all ways to give the Gift of Love. There are so many ways to give the Gift of Love that do not cost a single cent and giving should be throughout the entire year, not just around Christmas. When we give selflessly, our self worth, self esteem, and self respect are all boosted. Therefore, when we give to others, we gift ourselves as well and no amount of money can buy this for us. "Giving is the joy of living." ~ Artsieladie Quote ♥

"Gift Of Love" (with poem)

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Regardless of our faith, in Love we can believe,
For Love's within us all, if we choose to retrieve.
Should we choose to leave Love in a dormant state,
Then we invite into our heart the bitterness of hate.

Those who believe in the power of Love,
Radiate and spread around all the beauty of.
Those who deny Love to flourish within their heart,
Spread misery around, since it's all they can impart.

We have all been blessed with the greatest Gift,
Though some choose to away from Love, drift.
The presence of Love or not is always crystal clear
In how we treat others; how others we revere.

Love is not selfish, cruel, apathetic, unforgiving;
Does not embrace greed or a miserable way of living.
Instead, Love is selfless, compassionate, and kind,
With consideration for others a natural state of mind.

Love is not ego serving, boastful and bragging;
Doesn't tune out a guilty conscience nagging.
Instead, Love is humble, modest, and reserved;
Accountable and accepting of what's deserved.

Love is not jealous, envious, resentful, or bitter;
Nor shallow, spineless, a flip-flopping fence sitter.
Instead, Love cultivates virtue, values, and integrity,
Making real in oneself a comfortable place to be.

When, our Gift Of Love, we cultivate with care,
We then reap to scatter Love seeds everywhere,
Always hoping they'll take root in another's garden bed,
Where there's being tilled the opposite of Love, instead.

When in our hearts we grow Love, we never have to feel
Afraid that another will come along and from us, steal
What we are growing and therefore, in possession of,
Because all they can take from us is some of our Love.

Once in the thief's possession, Love can only grow,
Infiltrate and change the current seeds they sow.
So, when we give the Gift Of Love and without request,
We can know in our heart we have given the very best.

In this day and age of money taking precedence,
Love is still free to receive and to dispense.
Love cannot be bought nor can Love be sold,
Making the Gift Of Love untouchable by gold.

We need not save our Love for special times and places,
Just for special occasions and to gladden special faces,
For the magic of Love is released every time we give
And multiplies within us when the Gift Of Love we LIVE!

Merry Christmas!

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"When we give the Gift of Love, we give the very best,

And the joy we bring to others, the same with, we are blessed."

~ Quotes by Artsieladie

Happy-Dads-Day-2018

Greetings everyone! ♥

"Most men can be a father, biologically,
But not all are Dads with honour and integrity!"
~ Quote by Artsieladie ♥

"Happy Dads Day" (image pending)
Most men can be a father, not requiring any skill
Beyond an encounter that will give them a thrill.
But here's where comes in to play the dividing line,
Since a Dad is someone special, planned by God Divine.

To be a Dad takes more than a roll in the hay;
Is more than what biology can ever hope to say.
A Dad loves his children, cares for them for life,
Sees being a Dad a joy and not burden laden strife.

Fathers are a dime a dozen, with plenty of them around,
But among the fathers, the Dads, fewer of are found.
Then there are the Dads where biology plays no roll at all,
Yet, step up to the plate as Dad, to fill another man's call.

To be fair this holds true with women and also does apply,
Since most can be mothers, but many, as Moms, come up shy.
Being a father or a mother is a biological roll,
But without them as Dads and Moms, the children pay the toll.

Most any man can be a father, have this title given them,
But the role of Dad is reserved for a man who is a gem.
A man who fathers a child and turns his back is a cad,
While a real man sees fatherhood as a privilege to be Dad.

Being a Dad is much more than a financial liability;
Requires guidance of a man with principles and integrity.
A Dad encourages his children with Love and support,
Disciplines as needed but abuse NEVER to will resort.

Instead of Happy Fathers Day, let's make it more correct
To honour those deserving and may the day's name reflect
The true heroes to their children, through actions ironclad, 
And so, I wish a Happy Dads Day to each and every Dad!

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To honour all the great Dads!
"A man who fathers a child and turns his back is a cad, While a real man sees fatherhood as a privilege to be Dad."
~ Quotes by Artsieladie

Golden-Rule

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Most people know the "Golden Rule". So, why are so few actually practicing it? ♥ 

 "The Golden Rule" (quoem: poetic quote)
"Do onto others as you would want done onto you."
Do not expect others to accept wrongs you may do.
Ask yourself one simple question before you do or say,
'If this were done to me, would I think this to be okay?'
Your answer to this question is all you'll ever need
To know what's the best way to forward act, proceed.
If you do to others what you wouldn't want done to you,
Don't complain you've bitten off more than you can chew.

~ Artsieladie/Sharon Donnelly ©2015-03-27 07:22:00 (EST)

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How many actually live their lives by The Golden Rule?
How many in their toolbox of life make use of this tool?
Most know how to quote it, advise others to apply,
But really, how many actually do, these words live by?
How many recite this rule, take serious the notion,
Review carefully behaviour before put in to motion?

It's obvious this rule has become all but obsolete
Just by observing how others, many people treat.
There is no thought given, no consideration,
What is dumped on others, causing aggravation.
Then when is received that which has been served,
The dispenser cries foul, denying what's deserved.

If every time before we acted, to allow ourselves to see,
We asked a simple question: "Would I like this done to me?"
Our answer would enlighten us with all we'd need to know
Just by whether the answer is a simple yes or no.
There's no need for analyzing or for a super sleuth.
It's basic elementary, the plain and simple Truth.

If you lie and deceive, manipulate and such,
When it is returned, thank yourself very much.
If you use and abuse, think it's fine, fun and charming,
When rewarded with the same, it shouldn't be too alarming.
If you get pleasure from causing others lots of pain,
Don't be too surprised when all it does is rain.
If you toy with others' hearts to serve a selfish ego boost,
Expect grief personified to come back with you to roost.

So, if you treat others badly, you're asking for the same,
Don't expect sympathy when you're burned by 'your' flame.
If you treat others well and as you wish also to be treated,
You're within your rights to expect the circle be completed.
But if you treat others kindly and some don't reciprocate,
Karma's keeping record and will hand them their fate.

If by The Golden Rule all would live and thus apply,
Hearts would be happier with no tears to shed or cry.
Because we'd be thinking of others before we act
And also of ourselves as to what we do attract.
When we treat others as how we'd like it be returned,
We invite the same instead of begging to be burned.

Yes, The Golden Rule, though very simply stated,
Its message is profound, yet grossly underrated.
If we would each apply this rule in our daily life,
Drastically we'd reduce all our stress and strife.
As we would want done onto us, we would do this onto others,
At last in harmony we'd live and Love as sisters and as brothers.

Art/Poem/Quoem by Artsieladie /Artsieladie Sharon Donnelly   Full poem: ©2015-02-23 19:37:00 (EST)  Quoem: ©2015-03-27 07:22:00 (EST) Art/Design: ©2015-03-27  All rights reserved. To see more posts, check out the Sitemap.
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"If you believe in Love, then you know the Golden Rule
Is paramount to apply, is Love’s Golden Tool."
~ Quotes by Artsieladie

What-Is-Love

Hello all, from Artsieladie! ♥

"What Is L♥ve?"

L♥ve is when a name is mentioned, special thoughts arise. 

- Reminiscing memories with, but too, share a nice surprise. 

L♥ve is understanding, though you may not agree; 

- Patience and forgiveness, unconditional and free. 

L♥ve is respect, honesty, and trust, cultivated, shown; 

 - The other's happiness paramount for and to your own.

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