Dear Jesus, You sent me a valentine written in crimson blood. It says, “I have loved you with an everlasting love” (Jeremiah 31:3). And You’ve also said that nothing can separate me from Your love (Romans 8:38-39). This year I want to give You a …
Valentine’s Day
Favorite Valentine’s Day Desserts
Are you still thinking about what to make for a special family Valentine’s Day dessert? My criteria is simple: chocolate and easy to make. Here are my top picks from MMCW’s Recipe Box for favorite Valentine’s Day Desserts. Angela’s Caramel Mocha Truffle Cupcakes. Nothing sounds …
Valentine’s Game: Getting to Know You
Every month we meet with five other couples for supper in one another’s homes. This Supper Club has been meeting together for years, and we know one another quite well. Or do we? My husband and I host the Supper Club every year in February, and …
Valentine’s Craft: Card Cans
Valentine’s Day is one of those school days that lends itself to many special memories. Who doesn’t remember decorating that white sack in anticipation for all the valentines our classmates would pour into it. This year, make Valentine’s Day extra special with an easy to …
Valentine’s Party Newlywed Game
After dinner, hand each guest a pen and a copy of this Newlywed Game quiz. Each person will fill out the quiz privately, without consulting with his or her spouse. Everyone answers each question in the Turnabout and History sections. Husbands answer truthfully for their questions, and …
Hosting a Valentine’s Dinner Party
Everyone tends to think of romantic dinners for two when it comes to Valentine’s Day. But getting together with a group of couples can also be a wonderful way to enjoy the holiday. Here are some simple tips for hosting a Valentine’s Dinner Party! Make …
Countdown to Valentine’s Day Wreath
Before we know it February will arrive with all its red, pink, and purple sparkles. In our corner of the world Valentine’s Day is a family affair. The best husband on the planet gets up in the wee hours of the morning to decorate the …
Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. I want to encourage you with a bit of history. Valentine’s Day is not a celebration that started with a little naked boy with wings flying around with arrows shooting passion into the hearts of young people. No, …
Valentine Dinner Party
Create drama and coziness for a Valentine dinner party this year. Pull in your wrought iron table from the deck (wooden or plastic will work well too). Position the table in the living room in front of the fireplace and drape with white sheets. I …
Family Valentine Dinner
Before we were married, I didn’t like Valentine’s Day all that much. It seemed like such a romantic thing, but if I didn’t have a date, I felt like I missed out. But then as a waitress I would watch couples come in, sit quietly, …