Valentine's Day was a little different for us this year. The kids had a school music program in the morning and evening which meant that their parties at school were not until the 15th. Cambry also had a doctor appointment in the afternoon (Happy Valentine's Day to us)!
I always thought the school parties were the culprits of crazy behavior, but I think it's just "that day" in general. Caiden and Cambry were like little crazy people after school - nonstop talking and noise-making, complaining one minute, excited the next. I could not wait to get everyone in bed last night. What a day!
On a brighter note, we did give Caiden, Cambry, and Delaney their boxes of chocolates in the morning. And this year, we gave them the children's version of Heaven is for Real. I had just recently read the book and it's such a beautiful illustration of what Heaven could be like. The children's version focuses on how "Jesus really, really loves children." I know it's not the Bible, but for our kids (Caiden, especially) who seem to question everything about God, I thought it might be a good visual for them and open doors to more meaningful conversations. The day was so crazy, though, I forgot to give it to them until bedtime (which was an hour later because of the program). We haven't had a chance to read it together yet - sigh. That's just how yesterday was!
I also made a heart-shaped cake out of 2 small cakes. The idea came from Cambry's Highlights Magazine. I'm not sure why I can't think of those kinds of things on my own, but I'm thankful for resources to help with my lack of creativity! I tried a red velvet cake for the first time ever - it's pretty tasty, especially with cream cheese icing! The funny thing is, I chose a red velvet cake for Cambry, and she's the only one who hasn't tried it yet. Another example of crazy!!
Caiden and Cambry made the same valentines for their classmates (I was shocked that Caiden was okay with that). I love making valentines with them. It's like doing a craft with a purpose! The kids did most of the work this year - all I did was write the message on the front. Cambry included glitter on hers. Caiden, of course, did not!
I'm helping with Cambry's class party this afternoon. I'm anticipating more crazy after school today!
I always thought the school parties were the culprits of crazy behavior, but I think it's just "that day" in general. Caiden and Cambry were like little crazy people after school - nonstop talking and noise-making, complaining one minute, excited the next. I could not wait to get everyone in bed last night. What a day!
On a brighter note, we did give Caiden, Cambry, and Delaney their boxes of chocolates in the morning. And this year, we gave them the children's version of Heaven is for Real. I had just recently read the book and it's such a beautiful illustration of what Heaven could be like. The children's version focuses on how "Jesus really, really loves children." I know it's not the Bible, but for our kids (Caiden, especially) who seem to question everything about God, I thought it might be a good visual for them and open doors to more meaningful conversations. The day was so crazy, though, I forgot to give it to them until bedtime (which was an hour later because of the program). We haven't had a chance to read it together yet - sigh. That's just how yesterday was!
I also made a heart-shaped cake out of 2 small cakes. The idea came from Cambry's Highlights Magazine. I'm not sure why I can't think of those kinds of things on my own, but I'm thankful for resources to help with my lack of creativity! I tried a red velvet cake for the first time ever - it's pretty tasty, especially with cream cheese icing! The funny thing is, I chose a red velvet cake for Cambry, and she's the only one who hasn't tried it yet. Another example of crazy!!
I'm helping with Cambry's class party this afternoon. I'm anticipating more crazy after school today!
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