There is something about Valentine's Day that begs for chocolate. And flowers.
It's also the time to celebrate the ones you love. To cheer up a somewhat wintery month, on the way to spring. We don't celebrate in a huge over-the-top way around FrenchGardenHouse, but I do make a beautiful dinner to share with friends.
I'm sharing some of my favorite Valentine's Day posts from the past. I am happy to say that my not-always-stellar photography skills have improved somewhat over the years, as some of these are border-line dreadful. So please forgive me for that!
Everything you've always wanted to know about that mischievous cupid!
The Symbols of Valentine's Day
Why is February 14th the day we celebrate romance? Read about the history and symbols of Love's Own Day here.
Do you wish you knew how to make roses look elegant?
This post will show you how!
{Just in case you are like me and tell your beloved NOT to buy you flowers on Valentine's Day, because you'd just as soon get yours at the market and arrange them yourself. So that you can use the left over money to buy something gorgeous, and antique!}
Shower the People you LOVE with love.
Another post from a few years ago {cue the terrible photos} of a table setting and party I had for some of my best girlfriends.
No matter how you celebrate, I hope you tell someone you love them!
HOW DO YOU CELEBRATE VALENTINE'S DAY?
16 comments
Nancy,
What a beautiful way to honor and celebrate your mother. Isn’t it true that our mothers are the very cornerstone of us being able to share love with those we love?
Your comment made my day, you are so right, it’s all about the love, the memories and the joy of life!
Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment and to share your heart,
Lidy, I think your photos are just fine! I can still see the love you were sharing. I celebrate by sending cards “the old fashioned way”. If I’ve missed someone, a call. But all with the same message of love. So many ways to love and it should be expressed daily, not just once a year. I see that in you too. Your love of life, family, and friends radiates from your photos and posts. Happy Valentine’s Day, mon amie!
X0, Ginger
I love that, Shannon! Not only are you celebrating your family, and showing how much you love them, you are creating for them such beautiful memories to carry in their hearts. Happy Valentine’s Day to you, friend! Xo Lidy
Happy Valentine’s Lidy! I celebrate Valentine’s Day by having a party with my husband and children. I set a beautiful table, the kid’s and I make Valentine’s crafts and cookies, then I make a special dinner and give them a little Valentine’s gift.
The " real " deal! No super heros, teddy bears, silk horrendously colored flowers, plastic, or resin. Thank you for bringing joy to my life!
Today I celebrate the love of my mother Eloise & her birth day in 1918. She showered & undergirded me with unconditional love until she died in 1988. I pass that love on to my 5 children & spouses, 15 grandchildren & now 3 great grandchildren. The beauty of that love is expressed also in the small gifts I am able to give or pass on to them….. a piece of.silver, a teacup & saucer, an antique valentine. It is about the love, the memories & the joy of life. They will continue to pass them all.
Thank you for the inspiration & beauty of French Garden House.