We had Valentine's Week instead of "just a day" at our house! We started with a party with 5 other homeschool families at the Mezzles' house. The girls had a blast. They made necklaces and bags to put their goodies in. Then, we shared a delicious lunch and enjoyed time with friends. Thursday night was a big night for Ellie. She and Stan had a "Daddy - Daughter Date". She picked to go to McDonald's and then on to a dessert/coffee shop. There, they shared a slice of strawberry cake and coffee. (She loves to drink coffee with her Daddy.) To say she was excited is an understatement. Friday night was a big night for Leah. She and Stan had their "Daddy - Daughter Date." He took her to the Green Tea restaurant. (They both love Chinese.) To Leah's surprise, friends, Mike and Lilly Dickinson were meeting them there. They all shared dinner and then went to the YMCA Father/Daughter Dance. John and Sarah Grace Fulford met them there, also. What a night! I think she really felt like her Daddy's princess. Which brings us to the real Valentine's Day. We have always tried to make Valentine's a special day that focuses on two things: #1. It is a reminder that God LOVED us so much that He sent Jesus and #2. That the girls are princesses, God's and Daddy's. We always serve a meal (planned by them) on the "china plates". Tonight was Italian baked chicken, broccoli casserole, mashed potatoes, and strawberry dessert. And their gifts always reflect these things as well. This year they received shirts that say, "Yes! I am a Princess! My father is the King of Kings!" and little notepads that say "Princess Leah" and "Princess Ellie" on them. Our prayer is that we will instill these truths their hearts for years to come.
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