I love February for so many reasons. 1. It’s my birthday month! Yay! Not only does it mean celebrating with friends and family, it also means several birthday perks from my favorite stores. Did you know some loyalty programs give you a discount or even an amount of money off a purchase in your birthday month? Check out stores like Kohl’s, Belk, Talbots, Pottery Barn/William-Sonoma, DSW, … [Read more...]
My Favorite Holiday
I'm not sure why, but Valentine's Day has always—ever since I was a kid—been my favorite holiday. It seems odd that a holiday that has little build-up and only lasts one day would have become my favorite, but it has. Maybe it's those yummy Conversation Hearts candies that start showing up in the grocery stores right after Christmas. I've always been a fan of those! This year, to prolong the … [Read more...]
Romance is Alive and Well
Every 4-5 years, my husband goes all out in the romance department. One year it was a surprise anniversary trip to the place where we spent the first night of our honeymoon. One time he bought me a complete outfit (undergarments and accessories included) then arranged for a facial before taking me out to a nice dinner. On a couple of occasions, he's cooked a romantic meal from scratch. Last … [Read more...]