Perfect timing for an unexpected affirmation

Oh my gosh! Just saw a new Hallmark ad that almost verbatim quotes my book/website regarding celebrating everyone on Valentine’s Day, not just couples! It even uses my long-time mantra "All for love and love for all." No way that’s coincidence. Somebody read my work or listened to it and answered the call.

Admittedly, my knee-jerk reaction was “You mean somebody read my ideas and is taking credit?” because it was such an uphill journey to even put it out there! I mean, from what I learned, challenging popular sentiments not only doesn't necessarily make you very popular, but it can be exhausting and isolating.

But then a moment later, it hit me, “Wait... my work impacted someone to public action... whoa...”And yes, I know that in the book I point out that including more people in our love celebrations could mean bigger profits for celebration marketing organizations like greeting card companies, so it's not necessarily about altruism (hahaha). But still... I teared up a little. A long awaited acknowledgement. During a very difficult time in many ways. Yeah... I needed that.

With that I'm throwing out peace, grace, and love for everyone, regardless of tradition. You are beautiful. You matter. You are loving and lovable. Don't forget that. So say it with me "All for love and love for all!" :)