EDITOR'S MESSAGE
 
Spring that magical season that inspires love
 

 
Paul Mauchline, Director
The Art of Loving Institute
 
Other Memo's
 
September, 2001
Our World Under Attack

August, 2001
The most important keys to having a mature, loving relationship
 
June, 2001
Our insatiable thirst for knowledge and advice about SEX
 
May, 2001
Spring that magical season that inspires love
 
April, 2001
Youth Violence
 
Feb., 2001
Valentine's Day
 
Dec., 2000
The Power of Words
 
Sept, 2000
The Importance of Gratitude
 
June, 2000
The Lessons of Love are the Greatest Gifts we can give Ourselves and Others
 
April, 2000
The Art of Loving and
The Culture of Peace Are In Our Hands
 
Dec, 1999
Millennium Message from The Art of Loving
 

May 2001
 
My Dear Friends,
 
Of all the four seasons, I would have to say that spring is my favourite time of year. I love hearing the birds sing, seeing spring blossoms on the trees, the chill of winter removed and feeling warm spring breezes, and witnessing the arrival of daffodils, tulips and a variety of flowers sprouting forth to announce the arrival of spring. The spring season also presents us the opportunity to catch up with our neighbours whom like many of us have been hibernating indoors during the winter months.
 
Spring certainly brings an abundance of activity throughout the world. This time of year inspires us with cleaning and beautifying our homes inside and out, in preparation for the warm summer months soon to come. For many of us it is a time to rid ourselves of clothing and possessions we no longer need, and donate these articles to charity, or sell through a garage sale that will help finance the annual summer vacation. Spring brings even more change, as real estate For Sale signs dart through our communities announcing the decision of change by our friends and neighbours.
 
Spring is also a time for graduation that sees our young people move forth to higher education and for many the conclusion of their academic studies, and final graduation to the workplace.
 
The spring season inspires us to get back to an exercise program, healthy eating habits, and maybe a new look for ourselves in the form of a new hairstyle, makeover, day at the spa, or possibly some new spring clothes. Spring certainly brings forth a lot of positive change to our surroundings and more importantly to ourselves.
 
It is amazing to see the effect that spring has on the faces of those we encounter each day, including ourselves. How truly amazing what a little warm weather, sunshine, and the beauty of nature provides for one's mind, body, spirit & soul.
 
The spring season as we all know brings forth April showers, that than bring May flowers. Though flowers are not the only things that blossom in the spring. Love also fills the fragrant spring air, and blossoms for all that allow love into their lives. Singles people around the world intensify their search for love, and for many the spring season introduces them to their lover, partner, and best friend to share their life with. We also see friends, and family members announce their engagement, and a multitude of marriages that occur during the spring season. Let us also not forget the arrival of new babies to friends, family, and possibly ourselves. Spring certainly is the season for love.
 
As much as I enjoy Mother Nature's spring presentation, what I enjoy most is watching the effects of spring on people. Particularly my focus as always watches with amusement as children play, and babies born the three seasons prior embrace their first spring. My observations of our young provide me with the best example of unconditional love, and my inspiration to be a more loving individual.
 
I encourage you all to take the time each day to observe and partake in the magical season of spring, and the continued practice of The Art of Loving in your daily lives.
 
My gratitude and thanks to all our contributing writers, Leslie, Debora, Maria, Lisa, Rachael, Mellisa, Gary and our special guest contributors. Thank you for your inspiration, insightful articles, and making www.artofloving.com one of the leading resources on the Internet for information and advice on love and relationships. Let me also not forget an individual who joined us at the beginning of the year. I have been driving her crazy the past several months with so many changes and additions to The Art of Loving web site. Debi our Webmistress, many thanks for your dedicated hard work, and bringing our message to the world through your creative talents in web design.
 
I would also like to acknowledge this month an article contribution by world-renowned authors, therapists, and teachers, Hal Stone, Ph.D., and Sidra Stone Ph.D. to the relationship section. I encourage all our viewers to read their practical and inspiring new book, Partnering A New Kind Of Relationship, which is featured on the home page, and book link section. Hal & Sidra, your book is a must read for anyone who wants an intimate relationship that includes passion, love and romance. Thank you for your contribution this month to The Art of Loving.
 
To all our viewers we thank you for visiting www.artofloving.com. Please come back and visit us again soon, as this web site changes on a monthly basis with new articles, and contributions by special guest authors.
 
Wishing you a joyous and loving spring season.
 
Paul Mauchline
 
Editor & Founder
www.artofloving.com
 

 
Five years ago Paul Mauchline launched an in depth North American phase of research into,"LEARNING TO KEEP LOVE IN YOUR LIFE." His new dynamic workshop series, The Art of Loving ™, promises to help you learn the skills you need to succeed in a lasting, loving relationship.
 
He is the founder and director of The Art of Loving Institute based in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos, British West Indies.
 
"I'm a researcher, writer, and speaker -- not an accredited counselor or therapist. The purpose of my life's work has been to get people to recognize that LOVE TAKES KNOWLEDGE & EFFORT. The purpose of my articles, soon to be released book, and workshop series is to provide a foundation of skills that will open doors to establish and enhance a more loving attitude towards oneself and others."
 
"THE ART OF LOVING WORKSHOP PROVIDES THE FOUNDATION FOR BUILDING A MORE PASSIONATE AND COMMITTED LOVING LIFE."