In the middle of a Kitchen Makeover, Valentine's Day came along!
In our home St. Patrick's day is slightly more romantic than Valentine's, but I try to make it fun for the kids. We have a special dinner where each member of the family receives a box of chocolates as dessert. The cartoon or phrase on the cover often plays a bigger role in the selection of such treat, even more than the actual contents.
I will say this is the only time chocolate quality is compromised for the sake of cuteness!
Valentine's day was to fall on Monday and our cabinet painter was scheduled to spray, noxious fumes and all, so we celebrated early.
On Sunday we have a constant dinner guest. His name is Brian and we enjoy his company and different view of life. With the family, plus one, I continued the traditions, modifying them upon necessity; dinner at the counter instead of the table, one more box of chocolates, and a little less decor.
Once Brian accepted the short chair at the counter, he devoured his quiche and we all had a fun time.
On Valentine's day we had to leave the house during painting so the kids chose Chuck-o-Rama for our "romantic" meal and "Tangled" at the movie theater.
It turned out to be a very special couple of days.
