Obligation vs. love

A house is a house is a house, until love comes through the door, that is.

Money, of course, can build a charming house but only love can furnish it with a feeling of home.

Love sprinkles that special brand of angel dust that transforms a house into a special home for special people: your family.

Duty can pack a sack lunch but love may decide to tuck a little love note inside.

Money can buy a TV but love controls it and cares enough to say, "No," to unsuitable programs.

Obligation sends the children to bed on time but love tucks the covers in around their necks and passes out kisses and hugs.

Obligation can cook a meal but love puts a homemade centerpiece with candles on the table.

Duty writes many letters but love tucks a joke, picture or stick of gum inside.

Compulsion keeps a sparkling house but love and prayer stand a better chance of keeping a happy, healthy family.

Duty gets offended quickly if not appreciated. Love learns to laugh and work for the simple joy of providing.

Obligation can pour a glass of milk but quite often love will add a little chocolate.

Duty takes us to church but love pours the tears of joy in Christ.

- Author unknown