No matter the culture, race or religion, I truly believe food is a universal language of love.
Now more than ever with varying levels of #lockdown all over the world, relationships of all kinds are put to the test. Parents and children, husband and wife, partners etc living in a bell jar with so much space for tension, and feelings – this can often lead to raised voices and agitated arguments (sometimes over the simplest things).
I speak from experience.
Daryl and I have had more friction than usual and having 2 kids vying for our attention does not help the essential communication channel we usually have (no more running away from the kids on a Saturday afternoon for a nice 2-hour brunch).
We decided to nip this ābarrierā in the bud by implementing a 6 min catch up everyday. All you need is some down time in between your kid(s) naps. Each of you gets 1 min (use your phone timer) of air-time to talk about your day or what youāre feeling and when the time is up, itās the other personās turn to share. Do this 3 times each.
In theory, 6 mins is short but when we did it, that quality time felt longer! It has helped us feel more connected and less testy with each other and I wanted to share this since it may help anyone in a similar situation.
Also, donāt wait for a once-a-year public declaration day to shower your partner with love. Cook something for him/her whenever you feel like it. One of the best ways anyone can express love to their special someone is through food. As food is sustenance, a homemade meal is telling your partner, āI appreciate your existence in my life and I want to feed your body (and soul)ā. No matter the culture, race or religion, I truly believe food is a universal language of love.
Assembled from the brioche and gratin dauphinois he made earlier in the week, this plate here is the perfect āthank you and I love youā. I had another hairy night soothing our 7mo baby (heās teething and having sleep regression) and was feeling crappy and this made me feel appreciated.
If you think you need special ingredients to celebrate, think again. Just think about what comfort food your partner enjoys the most and if you canāt make it, buy and assemble it nicely on a plate. Itās really the thought that counts. Husbands, wives, partners, lovers – your time is what matters most! Have a lovely Sunday and keep safe
#relationship #love #celebrate #thesimplelife
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