We had a pretty mellow Valentine’s Day. I did silly thinks like dye milk pink for breakfast. I shaped the girls’ macaroni and cheese into hearts on their plates. They were so sweet and made every person in the family hand-made cards. Something that they did all on their own– no help or encouragement to do so! I’m so proud of the way they love each other.
This year, we didn’t get the kids any candy. None at all. They are always given so much by grandparents and their teachers at church that we are drowning in it. I try to avoid feeding them sugar because I know how harmful it is. We do have treats, but they are just that– a treat. I want to encourage you to read this and see why it’s important for me– especially during this season of illness. Food is medicine (or poison). Moving on.
The girls had a slumber party with Scott’s mom on Friday night. That allowed us to go out for Valentine’s Day for the first time in… I don’t even know. A long time. We ate dinner at a local Italian restaurant, and then we hit up our friend’s board game cafe and played games for a few hours. (I also spilled a massive coffee all over myself and every nearby surface. Winning.) Will you do me a favor and “like” his FB page if you are on there? He’s seriously such an awesome guy and I love what he is doing for the community.. He also made me a new drink without being asked and didn’t charge me for it. GO if you are close by!
On Saturday, we went to another local book store and I drooled over their beautiful books. This was the first Saturday that Scott and I have both had off in several months! I think since we moved into this house… so we soaked up every minute.
We also went to TJ Maxx, where we found this farm-to-table play kitchen for an absurd clearance price. I was sure it was going to be broken inside or something. I couldn’t pass it up– and I usually am good at that. We built it before going to pick up the kids. We couldn’t wait for them to get home and see it!
It came with the pots, veggies, “wood” baskets, and cutting board! They have played with it every chance they get. I love that the colors blend in wonderfully with our home while still providing a ton of fun. We used to have this play kitchen and loved it also. It got used and abused by three toddlers and we sold it before moving to Oklahoma– knowing that it wouldn’t survive such a big move.
We had such a fun and relaxing weekend. I always hate when they end. I hope that you felt loved. Even if you don’t have a “special someone”, you have a father in heaven who loves you more than any human ever can.
Can you believe that February is over half-way gone?! Don’t forget to read The Magnola Story for our book club!
