
A task-oriented Valentine's Day comes in hot and heavy. Group exchanges, dinners and grand gifting all are a part of the plan. While great, we often miss the little ways to incorporate love into the month encouraging us to be intentional...
After having children, I learned how important the "little things" are. Truthfully, they matter most and are majority of the memories that remain.
Little deposits, day to day, are an amazing way to reaffirm love and remind your loved ones how much you love them. I LOVE showering my family with intentionality. If you don't already, you should start!
"Notes and dotes"
Small notes of affirmation and confirmation of love help those around you feel seen. Many parents drop a note in the lunchbox (thank you for all you do- you're a "w" parent!) and the kids love when you do! Going the extra mile with wall posts, daily emails, graffiti on bedroom doors and love notes attached to their phones adds an extra layer of depth that says "I thought about you today"...
Hearty bites
Themed meals or cutely plates snacks display extra effort that says "I care and want you to be pleasantly surprised". Cute ideas include:
fruit and chocolate charcuterie
heart-shaped pastries, breakfast items and sweet treats
heart/loved themed tableware
themes red and pink bites
Serve ware elevate every experience, which brings us to creating...
A special affair

You don't have to be a professional to create a beautiful experience in small spaces for those you love. Various retailers sell beautiful decor, textiles and trinkets for every style. To begin a beautiful space:
select your focal point
choose a coordinating color scheme
select personalized touches for guest(s)
plan activities and opportunities for togetherness
Love is a verb. Finding ways to celebrate your love and create magic for those who make everyday special, simply by existing, will forever be worthy of "extra". Start this Valentine's day, continue forever!

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