Random Thoughts - The Power of a Morning Kiss: Small Gestures, Big Love

There’s a quiet magic in the small rituals we carry into our lives—rituals that often go unnoticed but leave lasting impressions on those we love. One of the simplest, yet most profound gestures, is a morning kiss before you start your day away from each other.

A gentle kiss to start the day works wonders

I remember watching my father each day before he left for work. He would give my mother three short kisses, quick and deliberate, and then climb into his truck. It wasn’t a grand gesture, no elaborate words or declarations, but it spoke volumes. It said:

...I see you. I love you. I am with you, even if only for a moment.

As children, witnessing these moments shaped how we understood love and affection. It taught us that love isn’t always dramatic or overwhelming; sometimes, it’s subtle, consistent, and ordinary. It is in these quiet actions that children learn how to nurture, respect, and care for others.

Children watch and learn from everything you do.

Life as a parent, especially with young and impressionable children, can be challenging. Days can feel long, patience short, and stress high. Yet even in the midst of chaos, a simple kiss—whether shared with your spouse or your child—can anchor everyone in connection and reassurance. It’s a moment of pause, a reminder that love persists, even when the world feels heavy.

Let’s bring back this small tradition. Let’s make morning kisses a conscious act of love, a gentle start to the day that reminds our families how deeply we care. It’s more than a gesture; it’s a lesson in presence, patience, and kindness.

Children love the gentle embrace and kiss of a parent or carer

So tomorrow morning, before the rush, the work, the errands, take a moment. Share a kiss. Three short ones, if you like. Let it be your daily gift of love, a small but mighty affirmation that, no matter what, family love endures.

Because sometimes, it’s the smallest gestures that leave the biggest marks on the heart.

Namaste`

Deb xx

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