Valentine

Valentine's Day has evolved over the years for us, from romantic dinners, flowers and all, to flowers and funny cards, to funny cards and dinner and now we are down to funny cards. And dinner at almost nine o'clock. Doubly romantic when you have two children still NOT asleep at nine o'clock ("Mommy, I just need a drink of water!" "Mommy, I just have to go potty!" "Mommy, I just love you!"). That is quite a romantic soundtrack.

The truth is that I don't need gifts because it's Valentine's. I don't need chocolate (trust me, I really don't need the chocolate!) and I am not too keen on flowers unless I can plant them in the ground (ha, ha, ha.....it just prolongs the inevitable a bit longer, sorry flowers!). Not a jewelry fan, unless it is another variation of silver earrings, which he got me a pair that I have worn almost every day (not quite).

What we really need is that 15 minutes of conversation. No tv, no children, no distractions. Just talk. Whether it's politics, goals, school, boys, us.....that 15 minutes is precious time that keeps us bonded. It's been our goal to keep this 15 minutes and we haven't been as true to it this week. So, I am really looking forward to 15 minutes with my husband.

I tend to be a person who isn't very huggy-less so now that I have a full plate 12 hours a day. My husband tends to be last on the list because sometimes I think he can understand he's being there. But, he really should be at the top. Because I need him all the time, in my life, in my mind, in my heart.

So, Valentine's Day should be every week. Some time to connect and remember how much you love and care. Some time to listen. And maybe some kissing too!

Pup, I love you!