"All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt."
-Charles M. Schulz
Love was in the air at Ashlyn’s school this when the kids sang a quick Valentine’s song for the parents. And before any grandparents reading this get upset at us, this wasn’t a big event like an end of year grade graduation. Ashlyn got up with the rest of the kids, sang her song, showed off her heart, and all in all had an enjoyable time.
Valentine’s Day at the house did not have singing, instead we had steak, chocolate covered strawberries, and some small gifts that Mommy bought. Luckily there was more strawberry than chocolate but even so it took longer than usual to get the get the kids to bed. I suppose adding sugar to their day after all the Valentine’s candy may not have been the best idea.
Grandma and Grandpa have been sick and haven’t been able to see the kids in a while, so they decided it would be fun to come over the day after Valentine’s to drop off yet more treats in their own Valentine’s bags. The kids were appreciative, and we had yet another night of difficulty putting the kids to bed. Why can’t American holidays involve things like cauliflower instead of candy?
Since Ashlyn’s newfound ice skating ability has come mostly from her skates, and as a reward for James getting out on the ice again even though he spends more time on his stomach than on his feet, we bought James some skates of his very own. Ashlyn helped him get strapped in and Mommy took him stumbling around the driveway.
Because Grandma and Grandpa haven’t been feeling well when we were free since my birthday, we got everyone together this weekend for a belated birthday dinner. Afterwards, we hung out at the house and enjoyed deserts, cards, and wine. Not a bad birthday dinner if I do so say so myself.
