02/14/2024
Happy Amor Day!
Today, around the world, humans exchange gestures of their love in heart-shaped boxes, cards, and even expensive jewelry and dinners for their significant others!
Valentine's Day traces its history to Rome through a catholic priest named Valentine. Legend has it that he was martyred for marrying single soldiers whom the Roman emperor had forbidden at that time because he believed they made better soldiers than they did married!
Here in America, Valentine's Day is a massive holiday with millions of dollars spent on candy and "will you be my" Valentine's cards? Still very much a couples holiday, it has become more inclusive of all forms of love, with parties called Galentines hosted for friends and family.
I am here for the expanion of expression of love beyond that of Romanic because Romanic love, while beautiful, isn't supreme among the many types and forms of love.
According to the Bible, "There is no greater love than to lay down his life for a friend."
(John 15:13).
Some of the most beautiful expressions of love I have experienced have been as a host.
Here's one recent expression given to me by my German guest who spent several weekends perfecting his mother's recipe for Vanillekipferl cookies, i.e., the German version of sugar cookies! He delivered them recently, even though they are usually enjoyed at Christmas! 🙂
So, while you are out there celebrating Romanic love, don't forget to honor all the other ways love shows up for you! For me, it is through my amazing guests from around the world!
If you are considering starting an Airbnb, specifically , and would love to hear about my experience as a host for over ten years, send me an email at [email protected].
Sincerely,
Your favorite hosts: Bella, Buddy & Lola
