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What Flowers Taught Me About Love
As a single gal, I knew that Valentine’s Day could take an emotional toll on me if I wasn’t vigilant. I was also sure that I wouldn’t be receiving any valentines this year. That is until I came home from class to find a bouquet of flowers sitting on my cluttered dresser. I grinned at the pink daisies, dainty baby’s breath, and the single yellow rose arranged artistically with a balloon. No, they weren’t from some secret admirer. They were from my beautiful mother, who had driven all over town (with bronchitis to boot) to find me the perfect flowers. Later that night when I was getting ready for bed, I…
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Valentine’s Day Validation
Valentine’s Day–the day for couples to shower each other with gifts, chocolates, and fancy dates. And the day for single women to watch chick flicks (Princess Diaries anyone?) while eating their weight in chocolate. I’ve actually been on both sides of this holiday, and to be honest, there’s a lot more hype about Valentine’s Day than there really should be. One of my blogger friends Courtney asked me if I was going to do a Valentine’s Day post. Truthfully, I kind of forgot about that! But it soon hit me that this kind of post is needed not only for myself, but for all single women. A couple of nights ago I walked…
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A Different Kind of Valentine's Day
Happy Friday readers and followers! I feel like this month has been so busy, and it’s already half over! As most of you all know (or might be in denial of) this Sunday is Valentine’s Day. If you’re single like me, then maybe this holiday can be depressing for you. Maybe you just want to watch chick flicks and cry, or ignore it all together (believe me, I’ve been there). However, maybe you can look at Valentine’s Day from a new perspective. This is a holiday that’s supposed to be all about love right? Well why not celebrate the One who is love? Jesus is the One who should be…
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Be My Valentine
Happy Valentine’s Day! I hope you all feel the love this weekend, whether you are a single lady or in a relationship. And remember that Jesus loves you so much, so make sure to devote some of your time to worship the ultimate Valentine. I’ve been making cards and crafts for loved ones like crazy! I love blessing people on this holiday. Whether you’re embracing this holiday as one of romance or sweet affection, hopefully there’s an inspiring outfit here for you. My Valentine by fearfullywonderfullyme featuring 1928 jewelry How cute is this for date night? Pink is sweet and romantic, and the Keds also make this appropriate for lunch. I…