Valentine's Day Love

Office Valentine treat

Happy Valentine's day everyone!  Valentine's day is actually my very favorite holiday.  I love a day that is all about spreading love and happiness and I will take any opportunity to wear hearts and pink and red together. 
First some old business: I had promised that I would say how the recipes I tried last week turned out.  As expected, the Cheesy Burritos were excellent.  They were really quick and easy and actually very healthy.  I will definitely add them to my regular rotation.  The Mac & Cheese Spaghetti Squash was pretty good.  The recipe was very light and the flavor was good but a little mild.  I think I would try it again but add more cheese and butter and some bread crumbs.  It would still be healthy but would have more flavor I think.  One of my Valentine's traditions is bringing in a treat to work.  This year I made Peanut Butter and Jam Heart Cookies.  I really liked how they turned out.  They were delicious and easy to make and they looked super cute.  My coworkers seemed to enjoy them as well.  I also did a heart manicure.  I am not very good at painting my own nails but I decided to give it a go.  My cousin inspired me.  She paints her nails all the time and they always look amazing.  Here are our Valentine manis:  

Sarah mani 

 

Leslie mani

Another way I like to celebrate Valentine's day (and other holidays and occasions) is with beautifully wrapped presents and elaborately stickered cards.  I discussed my love of stickers here.  I don't want to ruin any surprises but I think it's safe to post this one since I don't think Jonas will be looking at my blog in the next four hours or so. 

Godson present and card

Here is his gift and card.  And Jonas, if you are reading, SPOILER ALERT, it's a train.  I hope everyone has a wonderful day full of love and lots of hearts!  What are you doing to celebrate?