Admiration: The Heart’s First Step to Falling in Love

Dear friends, today I want to share a tale from my youth, a story about admiration and love. It’s a story that has shaped my life and taught me valuable lessons. I hope it will inspire you as well.

The Girl with the Golden Hair

It was the summer of ’62, and I was a young lad of 17. I remember the day I first saw her – the girl with the golden hair. Her name was Emily, and she was the most beautiful creature I had ever laid eyes on. But it wasn’t just her beauty that captivated me. It was her spirit, her kindness, and her grace. I admired her from afar, watching as she spread joy wherever she went.

Admiration: The Seed of Love

Admiration, my dear friends, is the seed from which love grows. It’s the recognition of something beautiful, something worthy in another person. And that’s what happened to me. I admired Emily, and that admiration slowly turned into love.

The Lesson Learned

But here’s the thing about admiration – it’s not enough. Admiration is passive; it’s a feeling, an emotion. Love, on the other hand, is active. It’s a decision, a commitment. It requires action. And that’s the lesson I learned that summer.

I could admire Emily from afar all I wanted, but if I wanted to turn that admiration into love, I had to act. I had to show her how I felt, express my feelings, and make a commitment. And so, I did. I gathered my courage, walked up to her, and told her how I felt. And the rest, as they say, is history.

Final Thoughts

So, my dear friends, remember this: Admiration is the first step towards love. But it’s just that – a first step. Don’t be content with just admiring someone from afar. Take action, express your feelings, and make a commitment. That’s how admiration turns into love.

And remember, love is not just a feeling. It’s a decision, a commitment. It’s about choosing to love someone every single day, even when the going gets tough. That’s the true essence of love.

Until next time, keep admiring, keep loving, and keep growing.

Kev