Brandon and I don't typically celebrate Valentine's Day. The man doesn't need a holiday to give me a card and chocolates - he does it on a random Tuesday (and other days of the week too). During peak pandemic when most of the world was shut down, I was still required to go into the office every day. And every day I had a new surprise candy bar in my lunch, some I had never even seen before, because he knew it would make me smile and help get me through some of the toughest work days I have ever experienced. While February 14th doesn't hold a romantic significance for us, since having kids, celebrating holidays is so much more than the Hallmark event, it is a chance to create magic. And I love being a magic maker. During the pandemic, I have felt an even bigger need to make magic when I can.
While it was a little bit extra for us, it wasn't totally over the top. A couple of Party City centerpieces and a plastic table cloth go a long way. Natalie and Everett both got a cute little pail with a stuffed animal, red glitter heart shaped glasses, a pez dispenser and a box of chocolates. Over the top though, but 100% necessary, was the 4 ft tall bear balloon. He was easily my favorite part of the day :)
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| for my little cat lover :) |
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| for my big girl :) |
The kiddos had heart shaped cinnamon bun waffles, thanks to B making my special breakfast dreams come true :) And because he is secretly just as extra as I am (under the disguise of making less dishes) he made my eggs with the heart waffle maker. Freaking swoon.
I think it's safe to say, the kids were ok with me being a little bit extra this year :)
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