Valentine’s Day!
I’m the type of person that is more into the intimate feeling of it all! I want less “set up” and more meaningful and heartwarming moments. Nothing extravagant for this gal—the simple stuff! For as long as I can remember I always enjoyed a gal’s brunch, a spa day, a night in with popcorn and a movie—even as a family, we go out for dinner on the day after Valentine’s Day just so we can have a restaurant to ourselves! This year we want to stay in!
So, I’m going to pick up a bouquet of flowers for myself (yes I do that!), two BIG heart shaped chocolates on sticks for my guys, a bottle of our favourite wine and obviously candles to set the mood! The usual! hahaha!
Dinner—
You know that scene from the movie The Holiday when Cameron Diaz is in the small market buying a whole bunch of stuff….that’s how I picture me on V day!
I personally enjoy cooking! I like to be creative in the kitchen and I really appreciate a nice, simple delicious meal! My mood is telling me that I’ll be making pasta! hahaha! We just love Italian dishes! I found these great recipes here and here.
As for dessert—thinking of making peanut butter cups with my kiddo and this favourite lemon cake! He’s been talking about it all week!
Self-care & Self Love—
Having a spa moment in the evening! Bath, mask, candle and indulgence! I always buy these masks and on Sunday evenings after my nighttime face routine, I’ll do a mask and I’ll curl up in my bed with a book. For me it’s the perfect way to unwind after a long day/week. So, definitely going to pick up a few more extra spa items just to make it a little more special!
However you choose to spend your day….I hope that this day of love is filled with just that! Kindness & Love to one another and to ourselves!
xoxo
I’m sharing below some V day essentials for a night in!
