Valentine’s Day seems to be one of those holidays that people either love or find a major inconvenience. Admittedly, I am not the biggest fan of Valentine’s Day. However, I have two children, and I feel a bit of obligation to make it a special time for them.
I don’t want to overload them with sugar or give them ideas of romance, instead I focus on the love I have for them, and take the time to make sure I put it into words. As moms we hope to do that every day, but the reality is that these affirmations often get lost in the busy-ness of daily life. So I view February as a great month to set aside a bit of time to express to my children how I feel with something simple, special, and Valentine-y.
Prior to February 1st, I cut out 14 hearts for each person in my house, including my husband. (You could start this on any day, I just prefer to do it for the two weeks ahead of Valentine’s Day.) On each heart I write a phrase of affirmation or appreciation for that family member. After they go to bed, I tape a new heart to the outside of their bedroom door. Every morning in February my family members wake up to a new reason why they are loved. It makes the month special and focused on sharing our love and appreciation for our family.
Here are free printable to help you make your own Valentine’s Day Affirmation Hearts!
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