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Happy Valentines Day

It’s that time once again, Single Awareness Day, known to most people as Valentine’s Day. If you are single, you are very aware of this day. Even at work today when I called a client he wished me a Happy Valentine’s Day before we got off the phone. Ahhh, love is in the air. Except at my house, I am happily single but this is still a fun holiday that we can share with our kids. I think it’s important to establish traditions that your children will remember and will give them a sense of home no matter where they … Continue reading →

An Old-Fashioned Valentine’s

Every one is a little strapped for cash these days, but you do not have to spend a lot of money to make things special. Some of the best gifts that we receive cost little money or nothing at all. You and your mate can celebrate an old-fashioned Valentine’s Day instead. There will be no stress in the financial department. The only stress that you may have is trying to discover your inner creativity! Challenge your mate to a stress free Valentine’s Day by making each other something with your own two hands and creative hard work. This could be … Continue reading →

The Proof of Love

Happy Valentine’s Day everyone!!! Normally my wife and I avoid this holiday like the plague. It is far too sickeningly sweet and filled with faux intentions and proclamations for us to put a great deal of effort into the day itself. This Valentine’s Day, though, we decided to have a good time at home, with each other, and not be too concerned about the hustle and bustle of restaurants, shopping centers, and other items covered in paper red or glossy pink hearts. We realized that we had what I’ll call a “proof of love” built into our day already. What … Continue reading →

Love is In the Air

‘Love is the air,’ with TVs, stores, magazines etc all gearing up for Valentine’s Day. Everywhere you turn hearts and flowers dominate the displays. But love is more than just a romantic notion written about by songwriters, poets, novelists and movie script writers. Love can mean different things to different people, but I read a couple of good descriptions of love in a novel I’ve been reading. One was, ‘Allowances must be made for the people we love.’ That’s what Mary Ann was talking about too in her blog about unconditional love. It doesn’t depend on what they do but … Continue reading →

A Different Approach to Valentine’s Day

‘Valentine’s Day is every day, or it should be.’ That’s what my darling husband said when I told him the title of my yesterday’s blog. You see, he agrees with me in thinking Valentines Day is overrated. He also believes, as I do, there’s no point making a big fuss over your spouse on that one day of the year if you’re not going to keep it up every day of every year. Okay, so you may not be able to afford gifts every day of the year, (and neither should you have to) but you can still show by … Continue reading →

What is the Big Deal about Valentine’s Day?

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. The shops have stacks of cards and heart shaped decorations out. Yet in a recent article in the Sydney Morning Herald the marketing director of Hallmark, Amanda Del Prete, said, ‘We have had some women say if they want to get an anniversary card from their husband, they have to buy it themselves and give it to them. I think a few people have slipped their husbands some Valentine’s cards as well.’ Doesn’t that defeat the purpose? If he can’t be bothered or forgets or isn’t interested in buying a card, then what’s the point? … Continue reading →

Are You up for a Dare?

Are you up for a dare – a dare to enliven your marriage? 40 days could change your marriage, if you let it. According to experts it takes anywhere from 20 to 40 days for something to become a habit. So, doing one positive thing for our spouse each day over 40 days to show we love them would become a habit we could incorporate into our marriage. This morning I received a email suggesting this 40 day love challenge in the days leading up to Valentine’s Day. It meant starting on New Years Day. Now obviously it doesn’t have … Continue reading →

Personalized Valentine Gifts to Display on Your Walls Forever and Always

In addition to personalized Valentine’s gifts to display in your home, I found some wonderful personalized pictures and photo frames too. Again, you could bring these out just for seasonal décor…or you could leave them up all year round to celebrate your eternal love. (All were found at Personal Creations.) Prints and Canvas Pictures Lover’s Lane Parking Sign: This one is so cute and unique. Might just give you some ideas about hopping in the back seat for real! $19.95 SUPER FAVE Romantic Sunset Canvas: Choose from framed, unframed, two lines or three. Write your names in the sand, or … Continue reading →

Intimacy Inspiring Personalized Valentine Gifts

Photo by Lize Rixt Personalized gifts may delight your Valentine but what about ones to light their fire? I happened to stumble across some of those in my catalog shopping quests too. Below are some gift ideas if you’re looking for ways to spice up your love life this coming Valentine’s Day. Getting Warm and Cozy “Sweetheart” Afghan from Abbey Press: This pink, red, and purple afghan bedecked with sweet nothings and hearts can be personalized with a couple’s name (i.e. Courtney and Wayne), making it something either a husband or a wife could give but that both could enjoy … Continue reading →

Favorite Valentines Gifts for the Home

Forget the candy and perfume. This year, for Valentine’s Day, why not ask for or give a gift that you can enjoy in your home. Chances are the gift will last longer than a card or chocolates, and will be remembered for years to come. Here are some of my favorite ideas. A down comforter: You’ll be able to snuggle and sleep in with your honey when you are warm under a fluffy down comforter. Look for new features in comforters, such as EcoDown, which is hyper allergenic, and different levels of warmth. you can check out this article for … Continue reading →