Jan. 30, 2008 - Valentine's Day is coming
Oh Valentines Day is coming. It is one of my favorite holidays. I just love the decorations and flowers. I know that it is just a commercialized version, but still......There is something to be said for telling the ones you love how much you care. You should do it everyday and any day you have the chance, but this day is special to me, I guess. I went to the DollarTree this morning and saw all there was to see. I bought the children their valentine cards. We got some stuff to decorate our tissue boxes with also.
I posted on our local homeschool board about the boys always being a little down this time of year. When they were in public school they always had lots of "friends" to swap valentine cards with. These were not true friends, just the kids in their class, but still. So not being able to have the party and give out the cards always makes them a little blue. I suggested on the post board a park afternoon on the 14th with a card exchange and party. The idea was a hit and we have one planned. Everyone is very excited. We got the cards today and will start filling them out next week. We also bought the plates, cups, napkins, all with hearts of course. I think there will be quite a few families out at the park. The boys have been much more chipper about it and they have some great friends to share with. Some yummy sweet treats won't hurt either!
Comments
Jan. 31, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by CrossView
What a great idea! =D
I know it's commercialized but I have fond memories from the Valentine's Exchange in public school! =D
Feb. 2, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by ChristianUnschooling
We do this every year with our local group and it's traditionally one of the BIGGEST hits. Everyone brings an item for potluck, we do it at a park, and everyone has a blast! The hardest part is writing your name 70-80 x for all the cards! (or making them if so inclined!) Kinda hard to have a Family Valentine's Day party!
Hope they have fun!
Elissa
