Articulating Infinite Love Towards Children

Parents' respect and affection are expressed by the care and attention they devote to bringing up their young children and providing for their physical and spiritual needs. As the children grow up, the same respect and devotion lead parents to educate them in the right use of their reason and freedom (Catechism of the Catholic Church CCC 2228)

Parents don't need a special occasion like birthday or holiday to express love towards the family. Daily gestures like thoughtful note or a simple 'I love you' are powerful ways to show to the children how much they are cared and how much they are treasured by their parents.

Provided below can be an approach as an expression of love to the children:

1. Write a love letter to the child, noting down a few of the reasons why you love your child and why you think he is special. SEND THIS LETTER THROUGH A COURIER.

2. Make some surprise. Skip afternoon activities one day and take them on an adventure - trekking, to the beach, or simply a walk in the park.

3. Read one more story when the child asks for more, even when you are tired as she/he appreciates extra attention.

4. Frame a favorite picture and write a note at the back of the photo articulating why it’s your favorite. Then give this photo to keep it in her/his room.

5. Tell the child of your favorite positive memory with them- birth’s story, or any other special moment.

6. Multiply the affection by giving them a dozen hugs, telling them the magical word “I Love you” constantly, or give them a hundred kisses. The child will love the silliness of the amount and will enjoy the extra affection.

7. Dance, sing, and laugh. Put on that favorite “oldie” and show to the child that moves. Type of song doesn’t matter; they will enjoy the time you spend together with them.

8. Lunch box love can also be magical. Write a silly poem or the lyrics to a song that reminds you of your child and conceal this in the child’s lunchbox. The child will smile and feel loved even when not together.

9. Get rid of the rules occasionally. Allow the child to play with every toy in their room, run and play in the rain, or play in the mud with her/him. Enjoy and experience the beautiful, perfect moments of life’s clutter.

10. Articulate the magical word “I Love you” towards the kids on a daily basis – a simple but strong, saying of "I love you" is an effortless expression unbounded love to the child.

Certainly sons are a gift from the LORD, the fruit of the womb, a reward. Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the sons born in one’s youth. Blessed is the man who has filled his quiver with them. He will never be shamed for he will destroy his foes at the gate (Psalm 127:3-5)