Valentine’s Day
A Valentine’s Day to Forget!
During my single years, the road was rocky as I attempted to find a man who would one day be legally required to be my Valentine. Some people call it marriage. My most memorable S.A.D. (Single Awareness Day) was my junior year of college. I had been casually dating a guy for a month. When I say casually, I mean casually. Even though we spent an inordinate amount of time together, he had shown no romantic inclinations towards me. He was a bit of an anomaly: drop-dead gorgeous and absolutely clueless. Women fawned over him but he was immune to their charms. He was on the fast-track in business school but was also dirt poor and worked as an on-campus janitor at 4 a.m. One gal who lived in his apartment complex offered to drive him every morning. At 3:30 a.m. “Oh, she is just b...
Send a message a love from Loveland, the love capital of the world!
Send a message of love from the love capital of the world! Loveland receives more than 120,000 valentines from all 50 states and 110 countries across the world through its Valentine Re-mailing Program, the largest program of its kind. A group of 50 volunteers handstamps the collector’s stamp and postmark onto each individual valentine that comes through the city. 2020 collector’s envelope artwork, remailing program deadlines announced The 2020 collector’s envelope artwork was designed by Corry McDowell. It includes the following verse written by Teresa Boynton: “Dan Cupid continues to play his part. Though he doesn’t text or tweet, he knows a Loveland Valentine is a sweeter treat.” To get this special collector’s envelope artwork and the special 2020 postmark, send your pre-add...
14 Valentine’s Day Ideas for Treats, Cards and Activities!
I have decided there is no more polarizing holiday than Valentine’s Day. When I took an informal poll from my Facebook friends about how they celebrate the holiday, I received a few helpful suggestions but mostly I was lambasted at even the thought of celebrating. And that made me pretty sad. Whatever your relationship status, Valentine’s Day should be about love. Not just romantic love but motherly love. Sibling love. Love of self. Lover of chocolate. (Note: the last two are unremittingly linked). So, whether you’re the Grinch that sulked on Valentine’s Day or you’re a lover at heart (ha, get it?), don’t miss these 14 ideas that will keep you swooning. Post-it notes for Valentines Day. All the things you love about your significant other or children. Easy Valentine’s Crafts ar...
Send your valentine through Loveland’s remailing program!
How do I love thee? Enough to send you a valentine from the Love Capital of the World! The Loveland Chamber of Commerce has kicked off their annual valentine re-mailing program, the largest program of its kind. The 2017 cachet (as seen below) will adorn all 130,000 Valentines that come through Loveland’s Valentine Re-Mailing Program . It was designed by Corry McDowell and the cachet verse was written by Richard Schilling. To get this special cachet message, send your pre-addressed, pre-stamped valentine in an enclosed, larger 1st Class envelope. Then send all envelopes to: Postmaster – Attention Valentines 446 E. 29th St. Loveland, CO 80538-9998 Once received, valentines will be removed from the larger envelope and will be stamped with the special Lov...
A Sweet Treat for Your Sweetheart – Chocolate Lava Cakes Recipe
As if Valentine’s Day wasn’t already sweet enough, this recipe for Chocolate Lava Cakes is sure to impress your sweetie (and your kids). Rumor has it that these cakes were made as a major culinary disaster. What a delicious disaster. These cakes are decadent and gourmet but surprisingly simple to make. My favorite part about this recipe is how many possibilities there are to switch up the flavors and make it special. By adding a tablespoon of flavored liqueur your lava cakes can be taken to the next level and by finishing off your lava cake by adding fresh berries, or whipped cream makes this dessert ultra special for your sweetheart.
The best Valentine’s Day treat of all — the iconic sugar cookie recipe!
There’s just something that is so simple about baking cookies with children. Instead of rounding up the best Valentine’s Day gifts, promotions and deals, I am dedicating this year, 2014, to cookies! Yup! It’s been one heck of a chilly, willy winter, and there is nothing more intimate and sweet (literally) then baking cookies with your loved ones for Valentine’s Day. There is no money exchanged, no unwrapping presents, rather, just that treasured smile when you each bite into the fresh-out-of-the-oven cookie and hope the warm, gooey sugars don’t fall out of your mouth from your grin ear-to-ear. Wow, yes, I want that memory! Give me instructions . . . now! We will. And, the glory this year, is Valentine’s Day goes all weekend long, so cookie-baking starts now and just keeps going. Plus...
14 Fun, Crafty and Delicious Valentine’s Day Ideas for February 14
Do you want to have an easy and fun Valentine's Day? Don't miss these fabulous crafts, recipes & gifts perfect for home or your class party.
5 Valentine’s Day Gifts Ideas for the Geek in Your Life
Valentine’s Day is sneaking up on us and is less than two weeks away. Rather than scrambling at the last minute, it’s nice to think ahead and be prepared to make those near and dear feel loved and appreciated. At our house, Valentine’s Day isn’t just a big deal for my husband and me but also a day we try to show lots of lots to our kids (read: lots of candy, cards and hugs). If you want to step outside the norm this year and get creative with your gifts, below are some unconventional ideas for the tech lovers in your life.
Creative Valentine Ideas for the Entire Family!
Spreading the love has never been so much fun! Whether you decide to go traditional or get creative, this holiday of charming affection offers up an opportune time to tell those around you how much you care. A Valentine mustn’t be elaborate or pricey to win the hearts of those you love…but it does need to shout I LOVE YOU! With the many types of love out there, you’ll want to be sure to put some thought into the type of Valentine you choose…below are a few of my favorite ideas. A Valentine For Your… Husband: Pinup Photo by Iman Woods He’ll treasure an amazing photo of his one true love and a gift like this will likely find its way through generations to come. Iman does fabulous work and the experience is half the fun (a little gift for you too). Your great-grandchildren aren’t going ...
Valentine’s Day Product Picks: Goodies for the Family
Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and while I am not one to give into the Hallmark holiday, this year, I couldn’t resist, but only because of Hank the Tank. It’s like once you have kids, you kind of see what Hallmark is all about. I have found two delightful Colorado-based companies that will bring a smile to your family’s faces. I feel if I am going to splurge on this holiday, I have at least got to keep the money pumping into the Colorado economy; it makes me feel better for my retail therapy. JJ’s Sweets Boulder, Colorado Not too many kids can claim their day is a candy man, but 7-year-old Liliana is one lucky gal! Her dad is the modern-day version of Willy Wonka. After years as a musician, educator and other assorted career ventures, JJ Rademaekers had an epiphany one night during ...
