Love of different types.
What is it about some kids that makes them more able to outwardly express their love while others are just not the cuddly type? Is there any genetic factors at play? When the environment is the same for both how can it play out so differently for each?
If they were referred to as type A and type B; I have one of each.
Type A: fiercely independent yet anxious when facing new situations, high-strung, intelligent, realistic and happy just to ‘be’ with the ones he loves.
Type B: caring, kind and generous soul, ‘shadows’ trusted adults, smart, physically displays affection often and easy going.
While the youngest has grown up in a love-rich environment, the same as which his older brother was brought home to, Just 3 has taught his older brother a thing or two. Being a naturally loving soul has increased that loving feeling exponentially in our home.
I know my child feels love. Is it possible to teach someone how to express love?
I believe that my youngest has done just that.
A desire to be equal may be the motivation for Now 6’s acts of affection. He has learned to show the closeness of the bond of love.
When I speak of love and affection with others it leaves me pondering.
For some families, love is expressed daily. On the phone, ‘love you’ ends every call. Text messages contain love or, at the very least, a heart. Love is sent across the miles in greeting cards. While for others, love is reserved and sometimes not returned. It’s felt but not spoken. A hug might convey it but is that the same?
According to Mum who is the Google of my family history, I was never a touchy-feely child. It wasn’t imposed upon me or expected. I was told I was loved but showed little desire to express the same emotions in return. It has taken me having my own children to realise how important it is for the life of my kids. Now 6 may just be a carbon copy of me but his brother, Dad and I will provide all the chances to show love that he needs.
For a life without love is no life at all.
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