Am I There Yet?

That is what I have been asking myself since the beginning of the semester! 2006 has been crazy and I know it is only to get more and more busy. At first I did not mind college, now I wish I could start the next phase of my life! Speaking of that, this week has been a little better since my last post. I tried hard to keep my goal and am going to try again this coming week. But anyways, I really hate to write about negative feelings and things so with a positive note, I would like to share a book I am reading with you all.

It is called The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman. Great book! Although I am not married, it has been interesting to read stories of married couples that have learned to speak each other's language. In case you are wondering, they are;

1. Words of Affirmation
2. Quality Time
3. Acts of Service
4. Receiving Gifts
5. Physical Touch

I actually used the topic of love and relationships as an informative speech for my public speaking class. I give it the Wednesday we get back. I have learned that love, whether you are in a friendship, marriage, dating, or other relationship, it is so important to understand the other person's feelings. The book has really helped me to slow down my mouth and think before I speak. Relationships are important. Of course you cannot please everyone or become best friends with every person you meet, but just knowing how to talk to someone on the street can make a situation or day less stressful. I always favored the phrase, "a smile goes a long way," because really, passing someone on the street, giving a smile, could cheer them up and then in return, they smile at someone else and it continues. I know I always feel good when people are smiling and not rushing me. This book just gives good advice on how to love and like I said, it is benefitial for anyone. He also has a book about the love languages of singles and children. I enjoy reading, especially self-improvement books. So with that note...smile (besides that, it is spring break!).