Well, tomorrow is the big day. I know I know...Hallmark Holiday and such. I bought the Valentine's for school, filled out the cards, made the snacks, filled the candy jars, and now I have to decide what to do at home. Carmen's gift will arrive and since she opens all my packages any way (like a good teen daughter always does) it will work out beautifully and I ordered exactly what she wanted from Ulta so I know she'll be happy. I'll give Andre some money to take his sweetie out, so that's not a problem. But what about the table?The table? You ask...
Well - for as long as I can remember my Dad would place my Valentine gifts on the table so I could wake up and feel special Valentine's morning. It's a tradition I continued long after he went to Heaven to be with Jesus. This is the first year it's just me and the kids though. This sounds trivial, but all the years I was married I'd still put gifts on the table and usually just skip myself in hopes that my husband would run to the gas station and get me a bag of chocolates. I overthink which you know unless you're new here.
So... should I get myself something so my spot isn't empty (a reminder that I'm not someone's Valentine this year? that I failed once again at love and marriage?) or what's the right thing to do. I don't want the children to pity me.
You'll have to check back tomorrow to see what I decided. Don't worry - the children are all covered and there's plenty hidden away to brighten their day!
Today's post was penned by Crystal J. Casavant with the help of her deep forehead wrinkle, Charles.
Crystal wears many hats (and not just the one in this photo) and fully believes in being in the moment and doing everything she can to improve the lives of those around her! The world may never know her name, but she prays that because of her, someone may smile a little brighter. She prides herself on doing nice things - yes, even for strangers!
May your paths be abundantly filled with lemons, sugar, sunshine, and may you always remember the world is a better place with you in it and it's always a great time for overthinking...
xoxoxox
Crystal
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