I’m not one to really want roses and chocolates for Valentine’s Day. I think it must be because I’m never one to really want to follow along with the crowd. Don’t get me wrong, I truly love Valentine’s Day, roses, and you know how much I ah-dore chocolate, so that’s not the issue at all. It’s just that I’d much rather have something different.
Something more original.
Something more romantic.
I’d rather have breakfast in bed with a bud vase of tulips, or dahlias, or even daisies. Maybe a pretty plant for my bedside would be nice. That way I’d be reminded every morning and every night of the thoughtfulness of the gift.
I’d rather have a playlist made for me of all our favorite songs. Songs that were playing in the jukebox at the restaurant where we had supper on our first date. Songs from our courtship when we made a trip to the beach with our families. Songs from our wedding that make me smile and cry when I hear them. Songs from when our son was a little boy, you know the fun versions of nursery rhymes, hymns, and even the old standards of You are My Sunshine would be nice.
I’d rather take a long walk together or even a long drive to no where in particular and not be in a hurry to get there or back.
I’d rather swing on our front porch, holding hands as we gently rock back and forth in the breeze.
I’d rather have groceries bought for me and put away in all the right places.
So this year instead of giving my sweeties the store bought cards or presents with chocolate overload, I think I’ll make them each a meal full of nothing but their favorites.
And I’ll pray for a year full of Valentine’s Days so I remember to always be as tender with them as I should.
Very Berry Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup red grapes
- 5 strawberries
- 5 pieces pineapple
- 1/4 cup raspberries
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
- Add a ingredients to blender in the order listed. Blend until all ingredients are smooth.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Enjoy!
Robyn xo
My littles will flip for this!!!
Thanks, Callye! I can’t wait to hear if they like it. It has always been one of my favorite ways to get fruits into Little Buddy when he was younger.
This smoothie is so lush!! You’re right about the simple things for Valentine’s Day. Much better than making a quick stop on the way home for candy & flowers!
Exactly! Thanks so much, Mary! I hope you have a great weekend!
Love the smoothie and love, love, love this post. Thank you so much for writing such a sweet, heartfelt story and sharing it with us on this happy Friday.
Thank you so much, Natalie. I hope you’ve had a great Friday and have a great weekend! Enjoy!
Oh my, that was so lovingly and thoughtfully written Robyn. This post is so indicative of your big heart. Love it, you and the gorgeous berry smoothie {{xoxo}}
Thank you! You are too sweet.
Love the color of this smoothie. Perfect for Valentine’s Day!
Thanks so much, Maria.
That’s the most beautiful photo of a drink I’ve seen. I want one.
I haven’t found anyone to put away my groceries but I can order online and they deliver them to the kitchen counter. Now if I could just find someone who’ll take them one step further. Oh, and trim the celery, wash the lettuce and freeze the portions I can’t eat right away.
Awww, thank you so much, Maureen. You’ve got grocery delivery? Oh how we need that in this rural town. 🙂
“I’d rather have groceries bought for me and put away in all the right places.” – now that’s love! lol I’m with you on the simple things being the best way to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
Congratulations again, Sylvie. I’m so excited for you on your big announcement!
Yummy! And so berry pretty too!
Thank you, Miss Amy! It’s one of my favorites. I can’t wait to try your blueberry coconut. YUM!
Mmm such a fresh and yummy sounding smoothie!
Thanks, Katrina. It is my favorite!
Yummy! 🙂
Thanks so much, Jackie!