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Friday Favorites

February 12, 2021 By Elizabeth 4 Comments

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Two cups with hearts sitting on saucers and a marble circle with heart shaped sugar cookies.

 

Good morning friends, it’s Friday and it is also Valentine’s day weekend. Yet another holiday that is going to be d-i-f-f-e-r-e-n-t this year, and you know what,  different is not always a bad thing. For many Valentine’s day is a day to get dressed up and go out for a romantic dinner, that might not be possible but you could always dress up, get out your china and crystal and cater dinner in and celebrate. For those who have been spending more time together than they are used too you could give them the day off, send your loved one to the spa, or better yet you could both go and have a message or a facial. This year more than ever it is important to show your love for your partner, family and friends; it has been a long, rough year for all of us and it is always nice to know that you are loved and appreciated.

Watercolor picture of a silver heart filled with pink red and white candy

I have lots to share with you today, so why not get your coffee, tea, hot chocolate or perhaps a glass of wine and sit down and enjoy the recipes, articles, book suggestions and more that I have found this week.

Food

Valentine candy "charcuterie board" of candy and cookies

 

If you don’t feel like baking or you simply don’t like to bake this Valentine’s Day candy and cookie board is a special treat for your kids, simply add their favorite treats.

White plate piled high with pink, red and white heart shaped sugar cookies

Or you could make these cookies.

My husband has requested waffles but if you want to make a special breakfast treat on Valentine’s day, this chocolate French toast looks decadent and delicious.

Here are 55 Valentine’s Day Desserts!

Or if you like chocolate here are 25 decadent chocolate desserts to make! I already have at least 4 earmarked to make and share!

Articles

There is a lot to think about in 40 Regrets You Do Not Want to Have in 40 Years

It’s Not Just You. A Love of Us Are Hitting the Pandemic Wall Right Now.

Learning to Love Your Body in Quarantine

Why Your Brain Loves it When You Exercise

This 12 Second Trick Trains Your Brain to Be More Positive

5 Minutes That Will Make You Love String Quartets(If you don’t already)

After Closing All of It’s Stores Worldwide Laduree is Pivoting To Digital And Bringing Its Recipes To You

How To Have a Romantic Valentine’s Day Meal At Home

How history’s wildly coveted tulip found its way to today’s gardens

 

Books

I am a romantic and love a good romance, here are a few that I have on my Kindle or bedside table this week.

Cover of the Book The Mister

The Mister

 

Cover of To Have and To Hoax

To Have and To Hoax

 

Cover of the Book Love Lettering

Love Lettering

 

Cover of the Book the Flatshare

The Flatshare

Finds

Just in case you need a gift or two for Valentine’s Day here are a few finds.

A white candle with a pink label

You can never go wrong with a candle.

I am partial to perfume, I have this one and this one on my list.

love letter necklaces

How cute are these love letter necklaces?

As for the men in your life, this mug, this book or maybe these slippers.

Looking forward to spring I love  this dress and this dress. If only I actually thought we would be traveling or going out.

That is it for this week, I hope that you found something that you like. As always, please share your favorite podcasts, books, recipes that you made or are hoping to make, interesting articles or whatever else you found this week.

Have a great weekend, and a happy Valentine’s day.


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  1. Brenda Pruitt says

    February 12, 2021 at 5:39 pm

    You always have so much to share! Love checking out new books.
    Brenda

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  2. William Kendall says

    February 12, 2021 at 6:34 pm

    Chocolate French toast is a new one to me.

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  3. Mary says

    February 14, 2021 at 4:18 am

    Looks LOVEly at your place Elizabeth!
    Enjoy your Valentine’s Day – sending love and heartfelt hugs.
    Mary X

    Reply
  4. Juliet says

    February 16, 2021 at 4:20 am

    So many great ideas that I’m filing away for next year. We tend to stay home on Valentine’s Day anyway … let the young, and newly in love score those valuable restaurant rezzies. I didn’t know about Laduree. Oh my. Well, I hope you had a lovely Valentine’s Day and your hubs enjoyed his waffles! xo

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