Simple Valentine's Day Traditions (& Free Printable Sea Creature Valentines)

When I worked as a nanny, I woke up on Valentine's Day to the kids jumping on my bed with a valentine and bag of candy the mom had prepared for me, to match each of the kids. I felt so loved by this small gesture and decided it was a simple Valentine's Day tradition I would carry on for my own children.

I started drawing my kids a Valentine based on their current interests a few years ago, mostly because I am never prepared enough to have gone out and bought something for them. It's usually a small drawing with a cheesy saying, and then I write a small letter to them on the flipside.

This year, I thought it would be fun to share the Valentines I created for my kids, with all of you. Just sign up with the form below, and you'll get them in your inbox.

And if you like to add a small gift with your Valentine treat, I think these (or these) Safari TOOB sea creatures would be a great addition.

Sea Creature Valentine Printable

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Along with the Valentine's Day card and small treat, I like to incorporate some kind of special baking into our day. In the past, the kids have really enjoyed heart-shaped hand pies, but we've also kept it really simple with a box cake and pink icing.

And, of course, we read the story of Saint Valentine, and maybe watch a little program on his life.

What are your Valentine's Day traditions? Send me an email, I'd love to hear from you!


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God bless,
Olivia Fischer