St. Valentine’s Day 2013

February 14, 2013

Posted 09/12

I thought I was so clever with my wooden hearts valentine, and Gabe had to go pull this one on me…

Where does this boy come from?? The best part….girl scout cookie thin mints. Halleluiah! He knows me well. (Btw, do you eat them frozen or no?) But as always, my favorite is getting a hand written note from someone I love so much.

For the kids I made them something my mom used to make us growing up – eggs in a basket. They were more excited about getting to eat at their new little table:)

There’s a reason I am blogging my Valentine: To remind you that chivalry is not dead, and that dating can continue when you are married if you decide its important enough:)

K all the love and sap is over for the season-don’t worry!

We are celebrating Gabe’s b-day tomorrow and I now need to step up my game…geesh.

Time to scheme..

Happy Valentine’s Day lovers!

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Alexa says:

February 14, 2013 at 4:29 pm

Well played Gabe. Well played. 🙂 Happy Valentine’s Day Anna! xo

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Denise Lopatka says:

February 14, 2013 at 4:38 pm

so sweet anna! you got a good one 🙂

and i love my thin mints frozen… on top of vanilla ice cream.

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Faith says:

February 14, 2013 at 4:49 pm

Ahh, so sweet … i’ll eat thin mints anyway … frozen, not … so good regardless 🙂

today is hubs birthday and i completely need to step up my game too!

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gina says:

February 14, 2013 at 4:53 pm

SO sweet! Yes, I only eat thin mints frozen. They are so much better that way. And they are amazing crushed up in vanilla ice cream :).

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17 Perth says:

February 14, 2013 at 4:54 pm

Gabe nailed it. haha. So sweet!! And I love egg in the hole. Perfect. For me–thin mints are best frozen–but either way works. 🙂 Hope you have a good one!

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drew elizabeth says:

February 14, 2013 at 4:56 pm

Too cute! I love thin mints. Happy Vday!

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meet.make.laugh. says:

February 14, 2013 at 4:57 pm

That is lovely! Happy Valentines Day! 🙂 ~Stephanie

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Jenna says:

February 14, 2013 at 4:57 pm

This is so so so sweet! You definitely picked a good one 🙂

Happy Valentines Day to you and your family!

xxx
Jenna

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CP and KW says:

February 14, 2013 at 4:59 pm

how beautiful! 🙂
kw ladies in navy

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Anne Hill says:

February 14, 2013 at 5:06 pm

Where did he find girl scout cookies already?! Your husband is a Valentines Day hero!

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Simply LKJ says:

February 14, 2013 at 5:12 pm

What thoughtful gifts. And, I love the kiddos expressions! Have a wonderful day.

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Christy from fountains of home says:

February 14, 2013 at 5:32 pm

I just had to say that Veronica looks so old to me in this picture! I can’t believe how big she’s getting, she’s such a sweetheart. And the Valentine gifts are gorgeous-always the hand written note is the best part!

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Shannon says:

February 14, 2013 at 5:47 pm

Happy Valentine’s Day to you and your beautiful family!
http://www.shannonheartsblog.com

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Jenmarie says:

February 14, 2013 at 6:29 pm

How sweet! Have a wonderful day with your family and enjoy those cookies 🙂

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MCRH says:

February 14, 2013 at 6:41 pm

Cute! And yes, always eat Thin Mints frozen (and I prefer chocolate chip cookies frozen as well).

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Because of Jackie says:

February 14, 2013 at 6:46 pm

Awe, your kids are so cute at their little table! I love how the holiday just comes alive with little ones:) My hubby gives me handwritten cards every holiday/anniversary and I love it. It means so much more to me than a rushed gift or flowers.

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Fashion art and other fancies says:

February 14, 2013 at 7:34 pm

The first and second images are my favourites. They are so Lovely!

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Amie says:

February 14, 2013 at 7:54 pm

Awwwww, those kiddos & that table!! Way too stinkin cute!!!
Happy Valentines Day!!!

http://herestohappinesses.blogspot.com/

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alli/hooray says:

February 14, 2013 at 8:09 pm

So sweet. And yes, frozen is the best way to eat those! Same with oreos, the few times we have them around. : )

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Lauren says:

February 14, 2013 at 11:28 pm

What a sweet husband. Love the eggs in a basket. How cute for Valentine’s day! xoxo

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SH says:

February 14, 2013 at 11:57 pm

Love the hearts in the toast! And yes – dates are so important!

Sheree
The Hartungs Blog
thehartungs.blogspot.ca

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Treasure Tromp says:

February 15, 2013 at 12:28 am

oh, so much sweetness in this post. Happy Valentine’s Day! xoxo

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Amanda says:

February 15, 2013 at 2:08 am

Loving everything about this post! SO much love and happiness!

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Brynn Renné says:

February 15, 2013 at 3:58 am

happy valentine’s day, gorgeous lady 🙂 there is most definitely a lot of love going on in your home!!! your husband gets major sweet cakes points!!! happy, happy valentine’s day 🙂 XOXO Brynn

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Kristin Loboda says:

February 15, 2013 at 4:35 am

Wow. That’s awesome. You are inspiring me to to step up the romantic gestures and dating life while married :). Thank you!

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Stephanie Shepherd says:

February 15, 2013 at 5:10 pm

Oh Anna I love this! And the simple reminder that speaks volumes. What an act of love!

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Mat says:

February 15, 2013 at 6:41 pm

Now that is some effort!

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Bonnie Rose says:

February 15, 2013 at 8:07 pm

What a precious Valentines Day. Love the details.

xx
B
The Compass Blog

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webcreations says:

February 23, 2013 at 11:50 am

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Jackie B. says:

February 24, 2013 at 11:54 am

I love that Gabe gave you thin mints as a Valentine… amazing! And yes to the frozen question, I keep mine in the freezer for an extra minty taste. One more thing to look forward to in this nutty move of mine. Happy (belated) Vday! -jb.

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