The 14 Days of Valentines

February has always been Pete's least favorite month. The snow often melts so everything is a muddy mess, it's cold, winter has been enjoyed but Christmas is long passed and spring is still a couple months away, and right smack in the middle of February is a day that makes every man out there feel pressure to do something or buy something for their special someone (not that that's a bad thing, it can just feel a little forced sometimes.) So ever since we were married I have done the "14 Days of Valentines" in an effort to make February a little more bearable. I first got this idea from my college roommate Janae whose mom did this for her when she was growing up. I don't know if they called it the "14 Days of Valentines," but that's what it is in our house. On each of the days leading up to Valentines, the cupid comes and brings Pete and the kids a little surprise. Treats, an activity for us to do together, a small toy... something to be enjoyed that day.



Read on for a list of what the cupid will be bringing over these next 2 weeks!

For the kids:
1. Chocolate covered marshmallow heart
2. Star Wars toothbrush
3. Frosted animal crackers
4. Popcorn and a rented movie (for a movie night)
5. Stickers to make Valentines cards for friends and family
6. Jello
7. Tic Tacs
8. Lego figure
9. Gum
10. Conversation Hearts
11. Gatorade
12. Star Wars Puzzle
13. Matchbox Car
14. Box of chocolates & note

For Pete:
1. Small box of chocolates
2. 20-minute head massage
3. Frosted animal crackers
4. Popcorn and a rented movie (for a movie night)
5. 20-minute hand massage
6. 20-minute foot massage
7. Tic Tacs
8. 20-minute massage of your choice
9. Gum
10. Conversation Hearts
11. Gatorade
12. 20-minute leg/arm massage
13. 20-minute back massage
14. Chocolate bar & note



It's kind of like Christmas, I love watching the kids (and Pete) come downstairs and check to see what the cupid has brought them. Should be a fun couple of weeks!