Silvia

“Secure attachment reflects the deep emotional bond that forms in the first months of life between an infant and the primary caregiver when the child feels consistently loved and cared for. The caregiver conveys in many ways that the child is safe, protected, and valued: by holding, skin-to-skin touching, kissing, and hugging; by loving gazes and facial expressions; by safe, rhythmic gestures and vocal sounds; by timely attention to the infant’s needs; and by smiling, laughing, and having fun with the child. Through repeated encounters that are sensitive to the child’s needs, the child learns that the caregiver is available and responsive, and will not abandon her.”
― Glenn R. Schiraldi, The Adverse Childhood Experiences Recovery Workbook: Heal the Hidden Wounds from Childhood Affecting Your Adult Mental and Physical Health

“How did it all come about—this miracle of love? She didn’t know. It had come upon her unawares... softly.”
― Janette Oke, Love Comes Softly

“When the bird of the heart begins to sing, too often will reason stop up her ears.”
― Hans Christian Andersen

“What we place most hopes upon, generally proves most fatal.”
― Oliver Goldsmith, The Vicar of Wakefield