I have been terrible about taking pictures with my camera this year. Most of my photos have been snapped on my iphone which is convenient but not the best quality. I know some people can get great pics from their phones, but I don’t seem to have much luck. I’ve missed taking pictures with my big ol’ camera and dragged it out this morning. 

We had a lovely Valentine’s morning and everyone was in good cheer. That’s not a small thing around here – Gwyneth and I are awfully grouchy in the mornings. The girls got to wear pink and red to school today which is always a treat to not have to wear uniforms. 

Annabelle wasn’t interested in making Valentine’s for her class this year. Of course my emoji loving gal found the perfect treats to take for her friends. 

I snuck out last night and got Valentine’s donuts to surprise everyone. Donuts are Gwyneth’s favorites so the chocolate chocolate heart with brownie crumbles was a big hit. I feel an apology email to her teacher for the sugar overload may be in order. 

Gwyneth made lovebugs for her classmates. It was a family effort because we didn’t start until around 8 pm after dance class last night. Nothing like a little procrastination…

We’re not big gift givers, but the girls each received a Valentine Gingerbread House Kit and a cookie decorating kit. I love the gifts that are activities we can do together. 

B gave me with these beauties. I love, love, love red roses. They are my absolute favorite. I also know they hike up the prices for Valentine’s day so it was pretty special because we’re a pretty frugal family. 

Last night after everyone went to bed I decorated their doors. I’ve wanted to do this for years but have never planned ahead. I finally got my act together this year and it was such a fun surprise when they woke up this morning. 

After school the girls got right into decorating their gingerbread houses. They decided the cookies could wait a few days since they had also nabbed some candy from school and our house was a bit overrun with sugar for the moment. 

Ha! That girl is so silly