Happy Valentine's Day!

We usually don't get too crazy with Valentine's day in our house, but this year was a little different.  The kids didn't have school today, and I took the day off work to get some things done around the house.  The kids and I decided early in the week we were going to make a special meal to celebrate.  On the menu (decided by the kids): steak, garlic mashed potatoes, corn, chocolate covered strawberries and cupcakes. 

 

We made the cupcakes this morning, using just a box cake mix.  We made them extra yummy with homemade chocolate frosting and pink and red sprinkles.  The steak I got on sale at Fareway (flat iron) and we broiled that in the oven on low.  Potatoes: boiled and then added garlic salt, butter, sour cream, cream cheese, salt and pepper.  Easy and delish!  The corn was from the freezer from last summer. 

The older kids thought it would be fun to dress up for our special dinner.  They also had the table decorated "all fancy" as they called it.  They made up individual cards for each of us as well.  Eryn put on a dress and I curled her hair. Nolan got all spiffed up in a dress shirt and jeans (cologne included).  It's fun to watch them with their creativity!  We had a fabulous Valentine's Day supper!

 

Happy Valentine's Day everyone!