Thank you both!!

The First Secret - The Power Of Thought
Love begins with our thoughts. We become what we think about. Loving thoughts create loving experiences and loving relationships. Affirmations can change our beliefs and thoughts about others and ourselves. If we want to love someone, we need to consider their needs and desires. Thinking about your ideal partner will help you recognize her when you meet her.



The Second Secret - The Power Of Respect
You cannot love anyone or anything unless you first respect them. The first person you need to respect is yourself. To begin to gain self-respect asks yourself, "What do I respect about myself?" To gain respect for others, even those you may dislike, ask yourself "What do I respect about them?"


The Third Secret - The Power Of Giving
If you want to receive love, all you have to do is give it! The more love you give, the more you will receive. To love is to give of yourself freely and unconditionally. Practice random acts of kindness. Before committing to a relationship ask not what the other person will be able to give to you, but rather what will you be able to give them. The secret formula of a happy, lifelong, loving relationship is to always focus on what you can give instead of what you can take.


The Fourth Secret - The Power Of Friendship
To find a true love, you must first find a true friend. Love does not consist of gazing into each other's eyes, but rather looking outward together in the same direction. To love someone completely you must love them for who they are, not what they look like. Friendship is the soil through which love's seeds grow. If you want to bring love into a relationship, you must first bring friendship.


The Fifth Secret - The Power Of Touch
Touch is one of the most powerful expressions of love, breaking down barriers and bonding relationships. Touch changes our physical and emotional states and makes us more receptive to love.


The Sixth Secret - The Power Of Letting Go
If you love something, let it free. If it comes back to you it's yours, if it doesn't, it never was. Even in a loving relationship, people need their own space. If we want to learn to love, we must first learn to forgive and let go of past hurts and grievances. Love means letting go of our fears, prejudices, egos and conditions. "Today I let go of all my fears, the past has no power over me - today is the beginning of a new life."


The Seventh Secret - The Power Of Communication
When we learn to communicate openly and honestly, life changes. To love someone is to communicate with them. Let the people you love know that you love them and appreciate them. Never be afraid to say those three magic words: "I Love you." Never let an opportunity pass to praise someone. Always leave someone you love with a loving word - it could be the last time you see them. If you were about to die but could make telephone calls to the people you loved, who would you call, what would you say and.. Why are you waiting?


The Eighth Secret - The Power Of Commitment
If you want to have love in abundance, you must be committed to it, and that commitment will be reflected in your thoughts and actions. Commitment is the true test of love. If you want to have loving relationships, you must be committed to loving relationships. When you are committed to someone or something, quitting is never an option. Commitment distinguishes a fragile relationship from a strong one.


The Ninth Secret - The Power Of Passion
Passion ignites love and keeps it alive. Lasting passion does not come through physical attraction alone; it comes from deep commitment, enthusiasm, interest and excitement. Passion can be recreated by recreating past experiences when you felt passionate. Spontaneity and surprises produce passion. The essence of love and happiness are the same; all we need to do is to live each day with passion.

The Tenth Secret - The Power Of Trust
Trust is essential in all loving relationships. Without it one person becomes suspicious, anxious and fearful and the other person feels wrapped and emotionally suffocated. You cannot love someone completely unless you trust them completely. Act as if your relationship with the person you love will never end. One of the ways you can tell whether a person is right for you is to ask yourself, "Do I trust them completely and unreservedly? " If the answer is "no", think carefully before making a commitment.

Look deep into my eyes dear one,
And tell me what you see.
A reflection of the kind of love,
We dreamed that it could be?

Look deep into my soul dear friend,
A soul that's meant to be.
One that reaches out for you,
And never leaves you lonely.

Look deep inside my heart dear one,
And tell me how I feel.
I'll promise you forever,
Cause my love for you is real.

Look deep inside your heart my love,
Let's take this journey together.
To a place where we have never been,
And share our love forever!!

Beautifully written Terry, and so very true indeed! I think most of us have experienced the same scenerio..but we must never give up hope that one day we WILL find the love that was destined to be...and there will no longer be anything missing in our lives!

Your words so define you Terry...you're always there to share your wisdom...and smiles to others...
"Happy" is simply knowing you!!

How absolutely beautiful Toyota Girl..and so very true!!
((((Terry))))...yours was just as meaningful!...we will never forget

(((((Terry)))))...how beautifully written!! That day, and the people who lost their lives..and their families...will live in our hearts forever!!

Thanks Katertots!!

About a month ago, after our first date. Had several more great kisses since then too...with the same man...and hope to have many more!!

Thanks Terry

I feel a woman is most beautiful..when she doesn't think she is...she's happy with just being herself. A womans' inner beauty can be just as intoxicating as her outer appearance..and a woman who has found love is especially beautiful....because someone has made her happy, and loves her for who she is!!

When your heart, mind, body and soul aches to be near him...to look into his eyes...to feel his touch...when all you want to do is make him feel as happy and loved, as he has made you feel!!

I think a man is most sexy if he believes in romance!...whether it be flowers...or just a card or note...for no particular reason...other to show he cares! And the ultimate in sexiness...is when just the sound of his voice, the look in his eyes, or the touch of his hand...makes you feel warm and tingly inside!!

Not sure if I've met my match...but I HAVE met someone special that I enjoy spending time with...and I think he knows who he is...

1. Caring
2. Honest
3. Passionate

well...I have 1...but from his response...guess he's not sure, and still looking...

happy to hear you're not giving up "iam"...and not settling!...way to go!!

My opinion...always expect the unexpected!!..that's to say, that everything might sound so profoundly exciting, and overwhelming right now...but I just don't believe in planning anything, other than a meeting over the net..let alone a marriage to someone you've never came face to face with!! My advice is that your childrens' welfare come first. Sometimes, we as parents, have to sacrifice what we think might make ourselves happy...in order to insure our kids' happiness. Personally speaking, I hope you're not considering this drastic move out of desperation...but only you know your heart. Talking and getting attached over the net and phone is one thing...but meeting face to face and getting to know each other..one on one...over time..is the most logical way of establishing a relationship...that might eventually lead to marriage...but that's just my opinion! Anyway...best of luck to you...whatever you decide to do! Keep us posted!

much better!!...thx Mike

thanks Mike...I was wondering about the # 2 issue...