First Valentines' date in, well, at least 17 years

I wrote, a couple of years ago, about being a Valentines' Day hater. I've rethought my position, this year,  as I prepare to go on my first Valentines' date in, well, at least 17 years...maybe more. I've been with Jake for fifteen years; I didn't celebrate it the year before I met him or the year that I was in Italy. So, that puts it at at least 17 years!

It's not that I hate romance or love. Quite the contrary. I despise celebrating Valentines because I love romance and love love.

Kinda like Christmas. I dislike the commercialization of the holiday, but love instilling the spirit of giving in my boys.

While I wholeheartedly disagree with buying roses, cards, and chocolates for your beloved on the day that Hallmark designates, I embrace making your sweethearts feel special all the time!

But I am still oddly giddy about the luscious, romantic, & juicy Valentines' dinner planned at La Crème... I have my sitter lined up and can't wait to share a lovely evening with the love of my life.