Valentine's Day: 2013

Many folks say that Valentine’s Day was created by greedy retailers who wanted a sly way to make an extra buck. Couples may feel compelled to buy each other fancy gifts or wait in long lines to eat in an expensive dinner. Some singles hate Valentine’s Day because it reminds them that they are single. 

While there are likely truths in each of those statements, the fact remains we all need love, and love should be expressed. Valentine’s Day can be a great time for you sit down and write a note to someone you love, someone who has made a difference in your life, someone you couldn’t see life without. Valentine’s Day definitely celebrates romantic love, but it can also commemorate a child’s love for her teacher, a son’s love for his mother, a friend’s love for her friend. 

Life is short, and we often don’t tell those who matter to us the most just how much they matter to us; and we definitely don’t say it enough. As I was making cards this weekend, that was the motivation that fueled my creativity. 

Here’s a few of the cards I made.

 This year, may your Valentine’s Day be more than candlelight dinners (which is still an awesome thing) and a box of heart-shaped chocolates. May it be a day that you express your love for others. 

Yours Sincerely, 

Chasity 

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In about a month, it will be the national day of love aka Valentine's Day.

Sometimes the holiday gets a bad rap - people say it was created for the sole purpose for card stores and other retailers to make an extra buck. That may be somewhat true. 

Regardless of its original intent, Valentine's Day can be a day you set aside to give more love. Send your spouse or significant other a card to say I love you. Let your children know that you are proud of them. Drop friends and relatives a note to let them know they are in your thoughts. 

Receiving a hand made card is sure to brighten anyone's day. Order your cards today. I will be accepting custom orders by Feb. 1. Cards can be sent to directly to the recipient.

Give More Love in 2012

A lot of people are talking about what they hope to receive in 2012. More blessings. More money. More sales. More. More. More. 
   It's nothing wrong with wanting increase in your life. I want the same. But we also have to pause and make sure we give and that we are intentional about it. 
   This year I'm committing to give more love in 2012. I want to send more cards to my loved ones who I only get to see during the holidays. I want to volunteer more. I want to go the extra mile for my residents. I encourage you to look for ways you can do the same in your life. 


Here are 10 ideas for how you can give more love in 2012. 

1. Bake cookies for a friend
2. Write a letter to a high school teacher 
3. Give flowers to your housekeeper or a custodian
4. Take someone's dog for a walk
5. Give a couple of dollars to a homeless person
6. Pay someone's bus fare
7. Read to a child 
8. Talk with a senior at a nursing home
9. Call your mom and tell her you love her
10. Cook dinner and invite someone who doesn't have a lot of friends