Valentine’s Day is almost here! When Eben was younger, I always surprised him with a Valentine’s book scavenger hunt! He’s a full-grown adult now, folks! Even though he just graduated with his Bachelor’s Degree and is applying to Grad School, I still have to surprise him on Valentine’s Day (he’s my only kid!)
If you are like me and need a handful of last-minute, simple Valentine’s Day surprise ideas that are eco-friendly too – read on and relax we still have a few days. Ha!
#1: Add a Little Organic Love to Lunch
I am a little obsessed with heart shapes in food – especially for Valentine’s Day. For starters, these heart and heart apples are perfect for Valentine’s Day lunchbox – even teenagers will enjoy them!
#2: DIY Mixed Valentine CD
Whether you are looking for a quick gift for your spouse or your teen – I adore this DIY mixed Valentine CD from Dandee Designs – so old school. I remember receiving a mixed tape from a boyfriend in junior high – it was full of love songs from Boyz II Men and Tony! Toni! Tone! – how funny is that?
#3: Give a Recycled Heart Attack
When Eben was little, I surprised him by plastering his bedroom with recycled cut-out hearts. On each heart, I wrote something about him that I love. You could do something like this on a smaller scale too, such as in a lunch box or school locker. Don’t make it too mushy if you do it at school. You could even mail a box of hearts to someone far away!
#4: Keep It Simple
I can put a lot of pressure on myself to think of a fun and creative way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with Eben and the mister. However, I have learned over the years that it doesn’t matter what I plan, the simple act of spending the entire day celebrating my love for them is all they want. Whether it is sweet notes in their lunchboxes, a heart-shaped breakfast, or a “fancy” dinner – it’s the quality time together that really counts.
#5: Plan a Getaway
Several years ago, I wanted to celebrate with an experience, so the mister and I surprised Eben with a long weekend of winter camping. We picked him up early from school on a Friday and headed to the beach for a few days of camping. If you want to surprise your family with a getaway, think easy – mini-day trips or even visiting somewhere new close to home.
What surprises do you have planned for your family this Valentine’s Day?
all so super cute! did you do anything special? I had the flu! LOL but hubby did suprise me with some almond chocolates that I love! 😀
Hi Ang,
It was pretty low key – Eben had his Valentine’s scavenger hunt, we went to the park, had dinner together and then watched the Charlie Brown Valentine’s Day special.
awww I remember that TV show!
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