A Series on Love, Relationships, and Bricks
A Seven-Story House of Love
Brick by Brick
Brick 3: Lean In
In every relationship, nanoseconds of opportunity are just waiting to be discovered.
Tiny openings.
Little cues that say:
“Hey, I need you.”
It might be as simple as:
“Honey, can you help me for a sec?”
Or
“Will you sit with me?”
In those moments, you have a choice:
Sail away… or drop anchor and lean in.
Leaning in means showing up.
It means noticing opportunities to connect.
To respond with love, even when you’re tired or distracted.
A Tender Treasure Map of Sorts
Sometimes, it is quiet.
“Can you come here?”
Sounds simple. Yet how often do we say,“In a sec!” and then forget?
It’s okay.
It happens to the best of us. But let’s look at it differently. It might just be map of sorts leading you to each other for a purpose. And that purpose may be clear or not even recognizable.
It’s not always about fixing a problem.
Sometimes, it’s just about being near. Or keeping your partner company on the journey of life.
Practice with me:
“Honey, can you come here for a moment?”
“Sure!”
These little “yeses” build trust.
They stack up and help fill up the treasure chest.
And over time, they compound. The more you put in, the more they sparkle and shine during the storms of life.
So next time your honey reaches out—
Pause.
Lean in.
And choose to connect instead of reaching for your phone.
You’ve got this…
Brick by brick.
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