Febuary 2021

Reminder of Hope

2/27/21

Since we are about to go into the third month of 2021 I think we should all take this time to think about what has really happened so far this year. It seems like before the year even started we were marking off important events off our calendars. Thankfully this year we warned in advance to mark them lightly in pencil. At the beginning of this year, I wrote a post called "New Year, New Hope." This post was about how we all want 2021 to be much better than last year. Three months into the year and it doesn't look like it will be much better, but again at least we go the heads up this year.

The month of March is the month that everything went down in the states. March 13th was the day restaurants and schools closed In Indiana. There are only a few days left until the anniversary of that day. We have almost been in a world with Covid and masks for an entire year.

I think at this point we are wondering how long this is going to last, and none of us know the answer. Even scientists are still learning new things about Covid every day. Just like I said at the begging of the year. We all need a little hope. This isn't a big long post with a story but just a reminder to all that Jesus is by our side.

Valentine, Valentine.

2/11/21

Valentine’s Day. A day to celebrate our loved ones by giving them chocolate, roses, and giant stuffed animals. It's interesting though that February 14th wasn't associated with romance when it first became a holiday in the High Middle Ages. It was a day much like St. Patrick's day celebrating the life of a saint. However in the 18th century England, this day evolved into an occasion where lovers expressed their love for each other by presenting flowers and sending Valentine cards.

Since the Renaissance, we’ve been exchanging Valentine’s cards. We all seem to love these handmade gifts of love. Today, children exchange Valentine’s greetings at school. They prepare for the day by making unique boxes to receive their many hearts, cupids, and pun-filled cards.

Chocolates and candy have also become a part of the celebration. While couples tend to be the focus of the day, singles celebrate being single, too. Friends take each other out for dinner and a movie. candlelight and flowers also fit the bill for couples. It’s one of the busiest days of the year for florists.

I personally never understood the institution of Valentine’s day. I never got the point of rushing around on a random day of the year to prepare a gift for someone you love, but overall it is a holiday that reminded us of who loves and cares about us. By bringing your friend a small card you are showing them that you care about them and are there for them whenever they need you. I have used this site to make beautiful valentine’s books for my friends.

For Valentines day this year dont just buy a set of flowers for your wife or some choolate for your boyfriend ,but think about your friends and family and the people who have been there for you every valentines day. Those are the real valentines. Give them a present or a simple card. SOmething to show you care and are thankful for everything they have done and got you through over the years. My Six best friends are the best valentines I will ever have.