Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and love is in the air everywhere I turn! It makes my heart smile so big this time of year. Valentine’s Day isn’t just for new love or celebrating old love. It is also for celebrating friendships and family. This Valentine’s Day, remember to do something for those extended friendships or family members that deserve to know how much they mean to you just as much as your husband, wife, or significant other.
This is one of my favorite times of year. It gives us all the ability to re-enact the “Secret Santa” idea and leave secret notes to brighten a day. If you have the means, send flowers to your best friend. Leave a little love-note for your child in their lunchbox from time to time through the days surrounding Valentine’s Day (or all year for that matter). Make pancakes or eggs in the shape of a heart for breakfast. (NOTE: Use a metal heart-shaped cookie cutter as a mold when you break the eggs into the pan or when you drop pancake batter into the pan.) Why not have breakfast for dinner and change things up just to add a pinch of spontaneity to your day.
Make this day, weeks and month fun for everyone. Try a scavenger hunt through your home for your loved one or for your children with a treat or gift at the end. Send a card or note in the mail to your parents reminding them how much they mean to you. Spreading love with make your heart feel warm and fuzzy inside and knowing you’ve brightened someone’s day is the cherry on top.
My wish for you as Valentine’s Day approaches is to think outside of the box. This is always my challenge for you. Get creative, get generous, get crafty, and get sentimental. Don’t forget those less fortunate. Money isn’t always the answer. Sometimes holding a door or offering a hand goes so much further What a better time to spread the love than now?
Lastly, remember to love yourself on Valentine’s Day. Dress a bit nicer. Be sure to do your hair and/or make-up and give yourself a little extra smile in the mirror. After all, if we don’t love ourselves, no amount of love from anyone else will ever measure up. I was once told that you can’t take “pretty” with you unless you have it on the inside. A compliment is wonderful and always welcomed, but get up, get dressed and look at the person in the mirror. Tell that person you love them and they are worth it.
As always, have a happy day!
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