Terol Travels and Tales: December 2022

13 Signs of Falling in Love

When your on the phone with them late at night and they hang up...but you miss them already when it was just two minutes ago
You read their texts over and over again...
You walk really slow when you're with them...
You feel shy whenever you're with them...
When you think about them, your heart beats faster and faster...
You smile when you hear their voice...
When you look at them, you can't see the other people around you... all you see is him/her...
You start listening to slow songs, while thinking of them...
They become ALL you think about...
You get high just from their scent...
You realize that you're always smiling to yourself when you think about them...
You would do anything for them...
While reading this, there was one person on your mind the whole time.....

The Most Beautiful Rainbow

Got this from a friend's email. Enjoy life to the fullest!!!

As we grow up, we will learn that even the one person that wasn't supposed to ever let you down probably will. You will have your heart broken probably more than once and it will get harder every day. You'll break hearts too. So remember how it felt when yours was broken. You'll fight with your best friend. You'll blame a new love for things an old one did. You'll cry because time is passing too fast and you'll eventually lose someone you love. So take too many pictures, laugh too much, and love like you've never been hurt because every sixty seconds you spend being upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back. Don't be afraid that your life will end, be afraid that it will never begin.

God Bless You All!!!

Common Traits Shared by Successful People

Successful people all share common traits and these what make them succeed in the first place.

Ten of the most common traits shared by successful people are:

They work hard. Successful people are willing to work as hard as necessary to succeed. There is no such thing as easy money and they know that. They willingly put in however many hours it takes to succeed.
They have integrity. They are honest in all their dealings because they know that dishonest people might get the first sale but they will get the rest. Honesty does pay.
They keep on keeping on. Successful people outlast the competition. Because someone quit, there are a lot of success stories that will never be written.
They are friendly. Because people like them, successful people are able to lead others and get a task accomplished efficiently and effectively.
They keep learning all their lives. Successful people never believe they know everything. They stretch and grow and learn from their mistakes....they ask a lot of questions. They are readers, as well as, thinkers.
They give more than is required. The old statement of under-promise and over-deliver became famous because it made a lot of people successful, including the richest man in the world - Bill Gates.
They see problems as opportunities. Successful people find solutions to problems that look impossible. They don't complain...they go to work. They see a problem as a spring board to success.
They think positive. Successful people always see the glass as "half full" and operate on that assumption.
They manage their time efficiently. Successful people don't get side tracked easily. They don't waste their time on unproductive things or people. Check out the Time Management Course.
They are great communicators. Successful people can convey their thoughts and plans to others without confusion of disconnected thoughts.

Put these somewhere you see them everyday.

Remember, the idea is to aim for them, not to beat yourself up if you don't have them all.

What Is Christmas and Why Do We Celebrate it?

It's time to celebrate the season!

Who doesn't love Christmas? It's a time for family, friends and joy.

In this article we will explore the history of Christmas and its origins. We will also look at why we celebrate Christmas and what it means.

The main reason we celebrate Christmas is to remember the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. He is the reason for the season, and we are thankful for his sacrifice on our behalf. The celebration of Christmas is a Christian tradition that has its roots in the ancient Roman festival of Saturnalia, which featured wild parties and feasting.

The history of Christmas and its origins are a bit lost in time, but we do know that it's a combination of several different traditions from different cultures and religions. In fact, there is even some evidence that suggests that Jesus may have been born in December! The exact time and place where he was born is unknown but it is believed that it happened in Bethlehem, which is a village located in Palestine (now called Israel).

The first reference to celebrating Christmas dates back to about 325 AD when Pope Julius I declared that December 25th would be a special day for Christians to celebrate because it was Jesus' birthday. After that, many countries started celebrating Christmas by decorating their churches with lights, candles and other items that symbolize joy.

There are many different stories about how Christmas began—some say it was started by Christians to honor Jesus' birth; others say that it was originally celebrated by pagans who believed in a goddess named Abundantia (which sounds like an alternative name for Isis). But one thing is clear: this holiday isn't just about celebrating Christ's birth—it's also an opportunity to celebrate with family, friends, coworkers, and everyone else you care about this time of year!

To A Husband On How To Make Your Wife Happy

Showing love to your wife every day. Love doesn't mean five-star restaurants or tropical island getaways. It's the simple things that matter most.

While dream vacations and life milestones are important, it’s the simple things you do that make your wife happy. Show love and respect to your bride every day, and remind her why you were the best choice she's ever made. Here are 10 basic tips for showing every day love. Remember: Happy wife, happy life.

Introduce her with a compliment.

Saying something like “I’d like you to meet my beautiful wife,” or “Here’s my better half” goes farther than you may realize. Publicly recognizing her as your cherished partner validates that you love her.

Embrace when you see her.

At the end of a long day conquering office battles and keeping the kids from climbing walls, you could both use a loving hug. Make a point of showing you missed her and are glad to be reunited. A big kiss doesn’t hurt, either.

Ask her how you can help.

If this is a new one for you, she may think there’s a catch. With a sincere willingness to give a helping hand, ask how you can lift her burden. This gesture applies to more than yard work, but being in tune with her needs emotionally and spiritually, as well. Sometimes she just needs a listening ear.

Let her pick the movie.

Or, if you’re playing games, let her choose. She needs to know her opinion counts in your marriage. Taking turns with these simple choices makes it easier to compromise on the bigger choices together.

Forgive her fast.

She forgot to pack your lunch, or accidentally broke your TV remote. So, she’s human, after all? With all that she does right, let it go when she makes mistakes. After all, you’re no perfection yourself, cupcake!

Hold her hand in public.

Some women are less inclined to public displays, but when appropriate, reach out and squeeze her hand. With the reassurance you’re proud she’s yours, she’ll walk a little taller, and smile a little bigger.

Write her love letters.

You don’t have to be Shakespeare; the thought matters most here. Focus on specific things you love about her; the wrinkle in her nose when she laughs or how she finds joy in the little things. You can hide it in her makeup bag, under her pillow, or somewhere else she'll discover it. She’ll be happily surprised and treasure your words for years to come.

Open the door for her.

Chivalry is not dead. Opening the door is a gentlemanly way to take care of your lady. She likely grew up wanting to be a princess. Be her prince.

Carve out time for consistent date night.

In an on-the-go digital world, it’s easy to get caught up in the minutia of kids, work, community, extended family and even church responsibilities. Set aside a weekly special night just for the two of you. It doesn’t need to be costly or extravagant. Just make an effort to court her, as you did when you were dating.

Let her fly.

As her partner, you are in the best position to help her reach her dreams.

Have a great and blessed day everyone.

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To A Wife On How To Make Your Husband Happy

When was the last time you did something special to make your husband happy? The man you exchanged vows with is so much more than just a provider and a pair of useful hands around the house. He is someone who is always there to cheer you up when you are feeling low and to celebrate with, when the good times are around. A husband is your lover, your companion and a wonderful father to your kids.

So, isn't it time you did something fun and unexpected to gladden your husband’s heart? Whether you are a bride, eager to please her brand-new hubby, or a wife of many years wishing to sizzle up your married life, here are a 50 ways to make your husband happy and pleased that he married you.

Start with a love letter. Remember how eagerly you waited in the early days of your courtship to receive a letter or just a note from each other? Do it again, but this time count all the reasons, which you think make him the best husband. Your man will not only be happy to be reminded of your love but glad to know that he makes you happy as well.

Listen actively. When your husband expresses an opinion or a thought, pay attention. This shows you respect him and his views and nothing pleases a man more.

Say thank you with a smile. When your husband does an odd job around the house, thank him like you really mean it. He will know that his help is not taken for granted and he will be happy to do more.

Prepare his favorite meal. After he returns home from work on an ordinary day, surprise your husband with his favorite dinner. He will not only be glad to have the food he likes best, but will appreciate the time and effort you put in preparing it.

Let him have the TV remote. Granted, that you wish your husband spent more time with you, than watching the sports channel, but if there is an important game that you know your husband would love to watch, hand over the TV remote graciously.

Hold his gaze. When you are speaking to your husband or listening to him, make sure that you keep eye contact. This will assure him of your attention and your respect, which is empowering to any man.

Plan a vacation. Make arrangements for a romantic vacation, to a destination you know your husband would love to visit.

Ask his family over. Your husband’s parents mean a lot to him. So ask them over for a Sunday lunch he will be touched by your loving gesture.

Gift your husband a subscription to his favorite magazine.

On the way from work, visit the bakery and pick up a dessert your husband digs.

Do something he hates. Choose a chore, like buying grocery or taking out the laundry, your husband really dislikes doing and then go on to do it cheerfully.

Have his pals over. If a Super Bowl game or something equally popular is coming up, let your husband know he can watch it at home with his mates. Admittedly there will be beer cans and hot dog wrappers to clean up the next day, but your hubby will love your generosity.

Appreciate his interests. If your husband is into carpentry, praise the book stand he has made, even if it wobbles just a wee bit. Or if he loves collecting coins, buy him a book on numismatics. Your interest in his hobbies will give your husband a feeling of pride and make him happy.

Book your husband on a golf vacation and do it happily.

Give your husband a nice massage, after a particularly exhausting day at work.

Make your husband a bowl, of popcorn, as he settles down to watch his favorite DVD.

Get him tickets to his favorite ballgame and then surprise him by lustily cheering for his favorite team.

Buy a really expensive gift for your husband, like a watch from Cartier or a Bvlgari perfume.

Don’t nag, if he gets lost while taking out the family on a road trip.

Send the kids to their grandparents’ or to a family member’s for a sleepover. Then snuggle up to your husband and ask what he would like to do, for the rest of the evening.

Find out your husband’s favorite after-shave and buy it for him.

Recreate your first date and your husband is sure to be happy falling in love with you all over again.

Tell your husband to take a night out with his pals. Not only will he have a good time, but he will also be grateful for your thoughtfulness.

Put on your sexiest lingerie and get ready for an intimate evening with your husband. He will be happy to know you still desire him as a lover.

Book yourselves on a luxury cruise. Your husband will not only enjoy the sun and the sights, but will be happiest doing nothing the whole day.

Gift him a customized CD by compiling around ten of your husband’s favorite songs.

Take care of your appearance. Don’t let yourself go, just because you've been married for quite a while.

Your husband will be glad to know you still find him worth the effort and time it takes to appear well-groomed.

Greet your husband at the door dressed in your best gown and with two glasses of champagne. After he recovers from the initial shock, he will be glad that you came up with such a great idea to welcome him.

Tell your husband he smells nice.

Flirt with your husband in front of his friends. Hold his gaze, touch his legs under the table and steal quick kisses. Your hubby will love to relive the days of romance.

When you are sitting together, quietly slip your hand into his. Your husband will love the easy expression of intimacy between you two.

Buy him a set of golf clubs or whatever sport equipment he is interested in.

Stop trying to change your husband into someone else, after all you married him for who he is.

Meet him for lunch at his office and suggest a quick bite. He will love your spontaneity and the fact that you took out time from your own schedule.

The next time you decide to eat out, let your husband choose the restaurant and the menu.

Ask him to share his fantasy with you and see if you can try it out – or at least a part of it. Even if you both end up laughing, your husband will be pleased to know you care about what he wants.

Do something fun together like a trip to an amusement park or going for a circus show.

Pick up the kids from their soccer or music practice, when it is actually your husband’s turn to do so.

Go out after dinner. Put the kids in bed and steal away with your husband for an ice-cream for a stroll in the park. Your husband will be pleased at spending some quiet time with you.

Find one thing to compliment about your husband and do it sincerely.

Let your husband be at home the next time you want to go Christmas shopping. He will be glad to have escaped the chore and you might have more fun doing it with someone, who enjoys shopping, like your mom or a friend.

Remind your husband that he is the sexiest man you ever set eyes on.

Leave a love note in your husband’s briefcase or in the car. Just a sentence telling him that he means so much to you.

Pursue an interest together – like a dance class or a photography club. He will be happy to feel connected to you.

Go for a hike in the mountains. You both will love the fresh air and the casual intimacy.

Be the perfect hostess, if your husband invites his boss over for dinner.

Learn a skill or a new language. Your husband will be happy and proud of your achievements.

Get your husband something he always wanted, but never got around buying it.

Go over his high school photos together and remark how handsome he was even all those years back.

Find a quiet moment with your husband to whisper “ I love you” in his ears. If you have already said it, say it again. You can never say these three words too often and you can be sure, that every time it will make your husband glad, he married you.

It doesn't take much to make your man happy. Unconditional love and sincere appreciation are what most men expect in a partner. So let your imagination explore!

Have a great and blessed day everyone.

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Little Things in Life That Will Make Us Happy

One day, one friend asked another: How is it that you are always so happy? You have so much energy, and you never seem to feel down.
With her eyes smiling, she said: I know the Secret!

What secret is that? To which she replied.

I'll tell you all about it, but you have to promise to share the Secret with others.

The Secret is this:

I have learned that there is little I can do in my life that will make me truly happy. I must depend on God to make me happy and to meet my needs. When a need arises in my life, I have to trust God to supply according to HIS riches. I have learned most of the time. I don't need half of what I think I do. He has never let me down. Since I learned that 'Secret', I am happy.

The questioner's first thought was: That's too simple! But upon reflecting over her own life, she recalled how she thought a bigger house would make her happy, but it didn't!

She thought a better paying job would make her happy, but it hadn't.

When did she realize her greatest happiness?

Sitting on the floor with her grandchildren, playing games, eating pizza or reading a story, a simple gift from God.

Now you know it too! We can't depend on people to make us happy. Only GOD in His infinite wisdom can do that.

Trust HIM!

And now I pass the Secret on to you! So once you get it, what will you do?

YOU have to tell someone the Secret, too! That GOD in His wisdom will take care of YOU! But it's not really a secret...

We just have to believe it and do it. Really trust God!

God Bless You All!!!

Must Read: A Mouse Fable

A mouse looked through the crack in the wall to see the farmer and his wife open a package... "What food might this contain?" The mouse wondered - he was devastated to discover it was a mousetrap.

Retreating to the farmyard, the mouse proclaimed the warning. "There is a mousetrap in the house! There is a mousetrap in the house!"

The chicken clucked and scratched, raised her head and said, "Mr. Mouse, I can tell this is a grave concern to you but it is of no consequence to me. I cannot be bothered by it."

The mouse turned to the pig and told him, "There is a mousetrap in the house! There is a mousetrap in the house!" The pig sympathized, but said, "I am so very sorry, Mr. Mouse, but there is nothing I can do about it. "

The mouse turned to the cow and said, "There is a mousetrap in the house! There is a mousetrap in the house!" The cow said, "Wow, Mr. Mouse. I'm sorry for you, but it's no skin off my nose. But wish you well; be assured you are in my prayers "So, the mouse returned to the house, head down and dejected, to face the farmer's mousetrap-- alone.

That very night a sound was heard throughout the house -- like the sound of a mousetrap catching its prey. The farmer's wife rushed to see what was caught.

In the darkness, she did not see it was a venomous snake whose tail the trap had caught. The snake bit the farmer's wife.

The farmer rushed her to the hospital and she returned home with a fever. Everyone knows you treat a fever with fresh chicken soup, so the farmer took his hatchet to the farmyard for the soup's main ingredient. But his wife's sickness continued, so friends and neighbors came to sit with her around the clock. To feed them, the farmer butchered the pig. The farmer's wife did not get well; she died.

So many people came for her funeral, the farmer had the cow slaughtered to provide enough meat for all of them. The mouse looked upon it all from his crack in the wall with great sadness.

So, the next time you hear someone is facing a problem and think it doesn't concern you, Remember -- when one of us is threatened, we are all at risk. We are all involved in this journey called life. We must keep an eye out for one another and make an extra effort to encourage one another.

Each of us is a Vital Thread in another person's tapestry; Our Lives are woven together for a reason.

One of the best things to hold onto in this world is a "Friend".