{~Happy Heart Day~}

I have to begin by explaining that I am a very lucky girl. I know that I am being a little biased when I say this but, I truly have the most amazing parents in the world!! I grew up in a house that was full of love. My parents have taught me so much about life but more than that, they have taught me about the person parent I strive to be.



As a kid, my parents always made sure that every holiday was unique. They always went out of their way to make sure that every occasion was marked with a little something special. I still have so many of the things that they have given me throughout the years. Each little thing has found a special place somewhere in my home. My parents are extraordinary people and their way of doing things has always made life a little sweeter.


Today is Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Day became a family affair the year Bryanna was born. Over the years, the whole reason for Valentine’s Day was to have an extra special heart day with the kids. We usually spend time making a lot of crafts and cute treats. One of my favorite things to do with the kids each year is to sit in the middle of the living room floor and read all of the Valentine’s they received at school. We count to three and they all dump out their bags. This year was the first year that all three kids got to read their Valentine’s on their own. I have to admit, it was pretty GREAT to just sit and listen to them!!!


Jason and I usually try to mark each holiday with a little something special. Nothing extravagant or over the top, we just like to throw in a few special moments here and there.


This morning, I woke up earlier than usual. I made a special heart day breakfast. We chatted a little about Valentine’s Day and then eventually made our way into our normal weekday routine. I made my way back home after dropping the kids off at school and making a pit stop at the gym. Today was one of those days were my head was spinning out of control. There was so much to do and so little time in the day. I was finishing up some last minute chores when my doorbell rang. When I opened my door, this is what I saw

I am 31 years old and my parents still find the time to make me feel special. In honor of Valentine’s Day, my parents sent me some flowers wrapped in a "Hershey’s hug". Needless to say I had to go re~apply some more makeup before I was able to make my way out the door.


Looking back at my childhood, I realize that my parents are the ones who taught me how to enjoy the little things in life. They taught me how to embrace the things around me because that is exactly how they live their lives. My parents are two of the most generous people I have ever met. They will literally give you their hearts without asking for anything in return. I am so grateful that they helped pave my path in life. As their daughter, I now get to pass on my memories and experience those same moments with my children.

~ Love ~

By: Kalyssa

I will get married when I am 26 years old. My husband will have blue eyes and brown hair. My husband will be nice. I will be a theacher and my husband will be a cop. We will have one boy and one girl. Oru family will have a two story house and a fashin car. We will have a dog and a fish. Oru family will go to the park by the pool and we live in California. My life will be happy!

 

~ Happy Heart Day ~