Real Simple’s Life Lessons Contest

http://www.realsimple.com/lifelessonscontest
Submit an essay of 1,500 words or less answering the question “When did you first understand the meaning of love?”. Email your essay to lifelessons@realsimple.com as a Word Document.
Grand Prize: (1 winner) Roundtrip economy plane tickets for two to New York City from the major airport closest to his or her primary residence, hotel accommodations for two nights (double occupancy), tickets to a Broadway play, lunch with Real Simple editors, and publication in Real Simple magazine. Travel arrangements, hotel accommodations, and any other prize component subject to availability and chosen at Sponsor’s sole discretion. Certain blackout periods and other restrictions may apply. All travelers must possess valid travel documents. Each Winner’s Guest must complete, sign, and return the Publicity Waiver (where legal) and Release Forms prior to travel, or the Guest cannot accompany the Winner. Trip must be taken within one year from the date of award. Arrangements must be made at least 60 days prior to departure. Winner and Guest(s) must travel on the same itinerary. Once scheduled, the itinerary cannot be altered. Actual value of prize may vary based on timing and point of departure. Winner is responsible for all taxes and all other expenses not included in the prize package, including, without limitation, ground travel, parking, meals, room service, souvenirs, phone calls, incidentals, tips, and other personal expenses. (ARV $3,000)
First Prize: (1 winner) $500 cash
Second Prize: (1 winner) $250 cash