Real love is… MY VALENTINE!

I love my Valentine!

He is not one that will write romantic poetry,

although he does come up with rhymes are that are ‘kinda’ funny!

He is not big on giving, nor receiving, gifts wrapped in boxes and bows,

but he’ll work from morning till night to let his love be known.

He always speaks kindly of people, giving them the benefit of the doubt,

always looking for a way to help others out.

He is as loyal as the day is long,

he keeps his eyes right where they belong,

He may not romance me with dinner, diamonds or wine,

but his love is shown by his pure heart song of loyalty…

and I am so glad he is MINE!

Ladies,

Enjoy your husband for who he is, not complain who he is not! Take time today to tell him and show him what you love most about him!

Theses pictures are of a house that he has been working so hard on.

Real love is… Part 2

Something special happens when people eat together, their hearts bond in a way that does not happen in any other circumstance.

Roses from my Sweetheart!

Sharing a meal together is an act of trust.

When someone prepares a meal for you it is a token of their love.

Do you know we will one day sit at a great feast with the Lord?

Tonight we had our family’s Valentine dinner.

My mom and my grandmother were here too.

Olivia made sushi (California Rolls) and fried rice.

Cheesecake dessert with a Thin Mint cookie. mmmmm Now that’s real love!

We did a little dancing in the living room, then settled down to watch a movie…

life is good, love is grand (most days).

Paper Heart Chains and Popcorn Feeders

When I was a kid in school I loved art class…and music class.

I remember when I first learned how to make paper chains for Christmas, maybe I was in kindergarten? We connected our chains with that nasty paste. Transparent tape sure does make chains easier!

This week Emma and I had a few little friends over for a Valentine’s Day Tea and a craft time. Kids are so funny, you just never know what they’ll say!

Jo did a great job with his paper heart chain, with a little help from his mom.

Joannah loved her chain too. Paper chains are so easy and encourage their crafty side!

We also made these popcorn bird feeders.

Simply string popcorn on floral wire.

Be sure to make lots of extra popcorn because the big birds eat it fast!

Valentine Cupcake Ideas and Candy Hearts

To add a special touch to a cupcake you are make some candy hearts from almond bark, or chocolate chips.

I made these today:

Melt some bark in a double boiler, then add some paste color.

Spoon the melted bark into a pasty bag just like you would cake icing.

Wrap a dish towel or dishcloth around the bag because it will be warm/hot. Pipe out some hearts with a #3 round tip onto some wax paper or freezer paper. Be sure to wash your bag and tip as soon as you finish, because as soon as the bark hardens it will be hard to clean them.

Let them cool and harden for a couple hours. Make more than what you think you’ll need in case some break when you peel them off the paper.

Stick them in the icing, or just serve them alone. :).

***MORE IDEAS***

I must admit…I think I would like these the best!

Love Bugs

Quick Tips: How To Make Heart-Shaped Cupcakes on Howcast

5000 cups cakes a day???!!!

A 30 Day Challenge for Wives

In the spirit of sharing the love this month (Valentine’s Day), how about we focus on giving rather than expecting? Expect no flowers, no card, no candle light. Instead, focus on giving, especially to your husband, and expect nothing in return.

The amazing thing about giving, if you give with the pure motive of love and not to manipulation (getting your way), is that you can be fulfilled and content just knowing you gave your all. Don’t look to the recipient for fulfillment, but look to Christ. If you know you have done your best, with God’s help, then you have little reason to feel offended, neglected or angry.

Nancy Leigh DeMoss is one of my absolute favorite teachers! Here is her FREE 30 Day Challenge for Wives. Give it a try, you have nothing to loose, but much to gain. If your marriage is already good, this will only make it better!!!

We watched Fireproof again last week. It is such a good movie! If you haven’t watched it yet, make time to do it!!!

The ‘love your neighbor’ concepts in both the 30 Day Challenge and the Love Dare (from Fireproof), apply not only to married couples, but to every relationship. Do you have someone that is difficult to get a long with? Apply these challenges.

The Love Dare

Fireproof