kindness

funny, over a year and a half ago a friend asked me the question "what are you looking for in your next relationship?" though i hadn't thought about it til then, without a moment's hesitation, i replied "kindness - someone who will treat me kindly." kindness implies a good soul, appreciativeness, love, and respect.

another i would add now is 'dependability'. if i am there for you 100% - 24/7, i need and expect the same from you. so i guess the next one would be 'reciprocity'.

"what is the secret to your marriage?" was a question asked to an elderly couple at their 50th anniversary.. the wife replied "we never fell out of love at the same time". sometimes, it's not a matter of love - it's a matter of kindness.