Writer Aldous Huxley once said, “There isn’t any formula or method. You learn to love by loving.” Love can be shown through our actions, our words, our attitudes, our energy, our intentions, and our thoughts. Let’s consider how much love, compassion, kindness, and care we’re offering the people in our lives and beyond. Love is…
Valentine’s Day Memories, Thoughts, and Counsels
Commentary There’s so much “heavy” stuff—China, Russia, the economy, the cynical politics of climate change, etc.—to think about these days, but let’s never lose sight of the sunnier side of life. And what could be sunnier than love? So I’m going to share some stories appropriate for Valentine’s Day. One shining reminder of the beauty…
10 Ways to Say ‘I Love You’ That Don’t Cost a Dime
Long ago in my stupid days, I went nuts with credit cards. I ran up a six-figure debt over a 12-year period. I did pay all of it back plus interest and fees, and it was anything but easy. I’m still shocked and embarrassed I let it happen. The funny thing is I didn’t make…
Nonagenarian Couple That Has Been Inseparable for Nearly 70 Years Is Set to Enjoy a Special Valentine’s Day Celebration
An elderly couple is set to enjoy a special Valentine’s Day celebration this year after being together for nearly 70 years. Archie Kirkland, 93, and his wife Martha, 91, first met in London in the early 1950s through a mutual friend and began dating before tying the knot in May 1955. The pair have been…
Want to Be Healthy and Happy? Get Married
Commentary Marriage proposals on Valentine’s Day used to be a thing. Today, not so much. These days, many Canadians tell pollsters they think marriage is nice, but not necessary. Although marriage remains the most common family form, it has been declining for decades as Canadians increasingly live together outside of marriage or live alone. Is…
Celebrating Love: A Valentine’s Craft for the Whole Family
What better time of year to show friends and family you love them than on Valentine’s Day? Especially this year! This beautiful Scandinavian craft is something the whole family will enjoy. You will need: Colored construction paper Scissors Your hands Love Before you start, you might want to create a little ambience in your space…
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
View the print-ready version of this recipe. Everything tastes better dipped in chocolate, and I have so many favorite chocolate-dipped desserts on my website. Some of my favorites include these Caramel and Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Rods, and these simple Cookie Dough Truffles. Despite being one of the easiest and cheapest desserts to make, chocolate covered strawberries are one…
Roses and Groundhogs: Let’s Make Valentine’s Day a True Festival of Love
Every year, on Feb. 2, world-famous groundhog and weather prognosticator Punxsutawney Phil of Pennsylvania—see if you can say those last five words 10 times really fast—tells us what the rest of winter will look like. With a great show of ceremony, the chubby little guy is brought out before a large, boisterous crowd. If he…
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Gifts From the Heart
Chocolates and flowers are traditional Valentine’s Day gifts, but flowers quickly fade while candy stays on the thighs forever. This collection of practical, thoughtful gifts can be used all year long, and will generate smiles every time they are used, making them a great way to say “I love you.” For Him Checkmate! Bey-Berk Carbon…
Hundreds of Couples On Valentine’s Day in Orange County: ‘I Do’
SANTA ANA, Calif.—Love is in the air as hundreds of love birds flocked to the courthouse to tie the knot on Valentine’s Day. “We’ve been wanting to get married and Valentine’s Day is the perfect day,” Ricardo Orellana told The Epoch Times. Ricardo and his now-wife, Yasmine, stood side by side outside the Old Orange…
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