Now this is love.
There are two opposing camps when it comes to Valentine's Day: those that embrace the over- priced roses and cinnamon hearts in all their glory and those that despise it and refuse to acknowledge its existence. I am stuck somewhere in the middle. I don't agree with the notion of a forced (and cheesy) day of romance, however, I also think, how can one hate a holiday based on love?
For me, Valentine's Day brings fond memories of making home made cards to pass out to friends and family, eating cupcakes and candy, and having a reason to tell people you love them. As a grown up I have resisted traditional Valentine's Day practices but feel that you don't have to opt out altogether. Here are some ideas to get you started:
- Call a friend you haven't spoken to in a while to catch up. No "Happy Valentine's Day!" required.
- I love my friend Alison Mitchell's suggestion to donate blood at any of the special blood drives that are set up the week of the 14th
- Send cards to your friends and family old-school style (no e-cards please)
- Do something for someone else. Anything.
- As with all holidays, Valentine's Day is a fashion opportunity. Wear something soft and romantic (think pinks, cream and light greys, chiffon, silks and soft fabrics, and ruffles and embellished details) whether it is for brunch with friends or dinner out with someone special.
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awww we're so darn cute in that photo! You are such a good big sis kanes. Love you.
And there's my valentine to you.
Tomorrow I plan on loving a paper I have to write. Man, I'm good at this love stuff!
Hee hee hee! What a cute picture!
I bought 'Transformers' valentine's day cards for all the nurses at work. I figured I could give 'Autobot' cards to the ones I like, and 'Decepticon' cards to the ones I do not like.
...I did almost give out one 'Autobot' card...
cute blog <3