“Kissing is a means of getting two people so close together that they can’t see anything wrong with each other.” Rene Yasenek
Do you ever have a moment when you are trying to find an answer to a question, and even though you have been searching and searching, the answer is so obvious that you miss it even when it is right in front of you? That’s what happened when I began thinking of what to write for this week’s Fun Tip Tuesdays post.
Usually, we are so busy trying to put forward creative and different tips, like Strip Wii, or the Jar of Desires, or Woman Charms that we overlook the most completely obvious and basic tip. You could call it Tip 101. It’s the place where all tips began.
It’s the kiss.
The spark for returning to basics originated while I was watching the movie “Leap Year” this past weekend. In one scene, an Irish couple talks about the importance of kissing, even at 44 years of marriage. Then they enthusiastically smooch in front of the others. Next? The older Italian couple. The husband exclaims (read in your best thick Italian accent with arms flailing for emphasis), that “every single kiss should be as if this is both your first and your last kiss. “ (I absolutely love that notion.) Then he proceeds to romantically and wholly kiss his wife in front of the others.
And then it hit me. We spend so much energy trying to be different and creative that sometimes we overlook the obvious. So, go on. Even if you can’t play Twister naked, you certainly can passionately get back to the basics. And make your next kiss like it is both your first and your last one.
PS Besame means “kiss me” in Spanish.
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This is so true! I over-analyze a situation, until I make my self crazy sometimes! Generally, the answer is right there-can’t see the “forrest for the trees” sort of thing. And well the kissing-I am all for it!
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This is good stuff! And I completely agree with overlooking the Kiss. My husband and I always kiss each other hello and goodbye… well usually… okay we’ve totally be slacking. Like this morning (as with many other mornings) I was busy in the kitchen and he had to rush off to take the baby to daycare, so no kiss, just hollering that we’s see each other later. Thanks for the reminder how special a kiss should be!
Diane,
Thanks for coming by. Yes, sometimes we overlook the complete obvious. Which is why this post in particular resonated with me.
Sarah
Darcie,
Over-analyze could be my middle name. It like to question and ponder and wonder, when sometimes, the most direct approach is it!
Sarah
You are so right! I have always thought that a kiss can be the most intimate way to show affection. My husband and I always said that one of us kissing someone else would be a huge betrayal not to be taken lightly. It’s also the easiest way for me to show him that I love him, anytime and anywhere. (PDA warning if you’re around us!) It can be anything from sweet to sexual or all the above
I agree with this post completely. Kissing is such an intimate gesture between two lovers yet it is so basic. A kiss can make even the most magical moments infinitely better
Ahhh… the simple kiss. It’s a wonderful thing.
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Sorry, I’m back now.
Aussie Locust,
I always love your comments! Thanks for stopping by.
Sarah
Symbie,
Yes, it is so basic and so important. We get so caught up in what’s new, we forget the best of what’s old, tried and true.
Sarah
108. Awwww, the kiss! I can’t wait until my husband gets home…
Susie,
That’s the spirit! Good for you – and for him…
Sarah
this is nice.. an eye opener for those who forgot the importance of kiss of the person you love. Well, sometimes for those who are married for a very long time, this basic communication of love is not given importance anymore. Let love, kiss and make up .. for a much happy and wonderful relationship.
I love this site. Your practical advice to give couples more intimacy ought to be applauded.
And on that note, kissing. I love it. From that soft, lippy kiss to the passionate French kiss, it is all so good. I could kiss for hours.
There is not enough kissing.