Affordable Valentine’s Day Activities

With the recession hitting families hard right now, your Valentine’s Day may not include the typical array of roses, balloons, and heart-shaped boxes of chocolates. In fact, a recent Consumer Reports poll found that about 50 percent of people with partners plan to spend less money on Valentine’s Day this year. But, instead of making this a black Saturday, why not paint the town red by partaking in these inexpensive family-friendly activities: CHEAP EATS Who said you have to spend Valentine’s Day sipping on pricey champagne and indulging in expensive steak and lobster combos to make it memorable? If you’re … Continue reading

Ways to Keep the Kids Busy on Valentine’s Day

How are you planning to spend Valentine’s Day? Will you be enjoying dinner out with your sweetheart or will you be celebrating Love Day at home with the entire family? For many families the flailing economy has forced them to cut back on Valentine’s Day spending. However, the following ideas prove that you don’t have to break the bank to celebrate February 14th in style. These simple kid-friendly projects are ideal for keeping children content on Valentine’s Day. VALENTINE’S DAY CARD HOLDER Students who got swamped with Valentine’s Day cards at school will find this craft to be exactly what … Continue reading

Home Week in Review: February 4th Through February 10th

Our homes are the heart of our lives. This is never more evident when disaster strikes, as it has recently for so many. It is also a place where love grows, sometimes passionately, sometimes softly. When we celebrate Valentine’s Day, we can include not just our sweethearts, but everyone who comes under the shelter of our home. I am so amazed to realize that I get to share my love of the home with all of you. Please come along with myself and Sherry, as we bring you the subject, outside of family and friends, that is closest to our … Continue reading