Month of Love

I have heard from several people, blogs, and random conversations that Valentines is a silly holiday. Who needs a set apart day to let someone know that you love them.

My attitude on the holiday... what is wrong with showing a little EXTRA love without having to justify it. What is wrong with being silly, sappy, and mushy for a change?? Sometimes I need a good reminder to show and tell MORE love and appreciation to my family. I am not saying I don’t love them all year round but it would be next to impossible to keep up a "Valentines" pace all year long.

Claire and I made Valentine cupcakes to take to Randy's work. Then when Brad got home we made rice crispy treats to pass out to their friends in the neighborhood. It was fun to watch them ring the doorbell and shout out "Happy ValentiMes Day!!"

Kamie and Tim to visit for the weekend. Kamie and I made dinner for the boys. It was nice to put the kids to bed and enjoy a nice dinner with NO plastic IKEA cups or plates. And no whining. Brad could sense that we were having a party after bedtime and he was not very happy about the situation. I have memories of my parents cooking nice dinners after bedtime. Doesn't every child go through that?? I shouldn't feel bad right???

Yup we ate ALL that cow. Every last bite!!!

Randy had to have the side dishes after he ate his monster steak. It filled his whole plate.

Tim and Kam

I LOVE this man.

For desert we had chocolate fondue. There is something about dipping stuff in chocolate that makes anything edible. I could eat anything as long as it is dipped in chocolate.


I saved the best part for last. On Valentines Day Randy gave me a letter that meant the world to me. It was so sincere and seriously the best gift he could ever give. He also gave me a gift card to Old Navy so I could get some new clothes. The gift card was a great bonus but nothing compared to the letter. The reason I share this here in this blog is I hope one day my little Bradly will stumble across my writing and realize how powerful a letter can be. I know the saying is Actions speak louder than words. Believe me Randy's actions speak really loud. I have not doubt that he loves me just by how hard he works and how much he does for me and the family. However sometimes it is nice to hear the words. I think I am safe in saying that most women like be acknowledged and appreciated. It brought me to tears to hear Randy's voice pouring out of the letter. It gave me new energy to be a better mother and wife. Sometimes I go along thinking all my efforts go unnoticed. I feel energized, appreciated and loved. Thank you Randy!! Best gift EVER.