Salty Coffee: An amazing Love Story

He met her at a party. She was so beautiful, many guys were chasing after her, while he was so plain and simple, nobody paid attention to him.

At the end of the party, he invited her to have coffee with him, she was surprised, but to be polite, she consented. They went to a nice coffee shop, he was too nervous to say anything, she felt uncomfortable, she thought, please; let me go home.... suddenly he asked the waiter.

"Would you please give me some salt? I'd like to put it in my coffee."

Everybody stared at him, how strange! His face turned red, but still, he put the salt in his coffee and drank it.

She asked him curiously; why you have salt in your coffee? He replied: "when I was a little boy, I lived near the sea, I like playing in the sea, I could feel the taste of the sea, just like the taste of the salty coffee. Now every time I have the salty coffee, I always think of my childhood, think of my hometown, I miss my hometown so much, I miss my parents who still live there". While saying that tears filled his eyes. She was deeply touched.

That's his true feelings, from the bottom of his heart. A man who can share his homesickness, he must be a man who loves home, cares about home, and has ties to his home.

Then she also started to speak, spoke about her faraway hometown, her childhood, her family. That was a really nice talk, also a beautiful beginning of their story.

They continued to date. She found that he was actually a man who meets all her demands; he had tolerance, was kind hearted, warm, careful. He was such a good person but she almost missed knowing him! Thanks to his salty coffee!

The story ended just like every beautiful love story, the princess married the prince, and then they lived happily ever after... And, every time she made coffee for him, she put some salt in it, as she knew that's the way he liked it.

After 40 years, he passed away, left her a letter which said: "My dearest, please forgive me, I have been lying my whole life. This was the only lie I told you---the salty coffee.

Remember the first time we dated? I was so nervous at that time, actually I wanted some sugar, but I said salt. It was hard for me to change it, so I just went ahead. I never thought that could be the start of our conversation! I tried to tell you the truth many times in my life, but I was too afraid to do that, as I have promised not to lie to you about anything. Now I'm dying, I'm afraid of nothing so I can tell you the truth: I don't like the salty coffee, what a strange bad taste.. But I have had the salty coffee for my whole life!

Since I met you, I don't ever feel sorry for everything I did for you. “Having you with me is the biggest thrill of my whole life. If I can live a second time around, I would still want to know you and have you for the rest of my life, even though I have to drink the salty coffee again".

Her tears made the letter totally wet. One day, someone asked her: how did the salty coffee taste? It was very sweet, she replied.

Love is not to forget but to forgive, not to see but to understand, not to hear but to listen, not to let go but to HOLD ON !!!!

Don't ever leave the one you love for the one you like, because the one you like will leave you for the one they love.

Is He the One?

Is He "the One"? This is a question we ask ourselves every time we go out with someone new. It can also be the question you ask yourself after many years in a relationship. The simple answer is that only you can tell.

Many researchers believe that there is no "one" person for each of us. It is postulated that each of us could potentially be with many different people. But others believe that there IS one person for everyone. That it is just about finding that person and living happily ever after.

So what makes someone "the One"? It depends on what you are looking for. There are no hard and fast rules about finding your perfect match. There are just guidelines, some of which seem like common sense. There are several areas in which you should be clear when deciding if he is The One.

• Compromise: a crucial component in any successful relationship. The amount and balance of compromise is unique in each relationship. However, partners need to take each other's needs and desires into account. Compromise does not mean giving up your own self or morals. It means being aware that there are two people in the relationship. Working together is necessary to make any relationship happy and fulfilling.

• Communication: the cornerstone of any successful and healthy relationship. It isn't just about talking; you have to really listen to and 'hear' your partner. Everyone has their own communication style and needs. Make sure that yours can be fulfilled with this person.

• Compatibility: you should have enough in common that you spend time together and share mutual activities. But you should also have enough individual interests that you don't become totally dependent on each other.

• Emotional and physical intimacy needs: people have a variety of needs and wants in terms of emotional intimacy and physical affection. There can be big differences in this area. You need to be on the same page or there will be a lot of tension and frustration.

• Commitment: if you don't want the same things in the short- or long-term, then you will encounter tension and strife. Be sure you have the same needs and desires in this area or you (or he) could be sorely disappointed.

• Level of equality: be clear on your expectations about the sharing of responsibilities, money-making, communication, etc. Everyone sees equality differently and each couple needs to figure out how they define it.

• Priority of relationship: how important is the relationship in comparison to the other emotional and professional demands in life - family, job, friends, hobbies, etc. How much time do you both need, and does it match?

• Romantic Love: this is central for some people and not for others. Know what it is you want in this area and don't settle for less. If you want butterflies in the stomach, then wait for them!

The key is to know what you want! If you are clear about your needs and desires, it will be easier for you to decide if he matches them. It is important to be at least somewhat in agreement with your intended partner. In areas where you differ, you need to be willing to compromise. If your needs are being filled, that is key. If they are not, that is a bad sign. So be aware of what you want and need and then figure out if you are getting it!