4.Set out well read books on end tables to encourage those in your home to use those throws, and who can not remember a fond winter’s day cuddled up in a warm sofa with your favorite novel? (Oh, and you might want to stock your pantry with cocoa and tea, just in case.J)

5.Layer your fabrics! Add one or two topper fabrics to your tables, layer several towels over each other in your bath and kitchen, add a valance to your window treatments. Remember this doesn’t have to be expensive, use leftover fabric from your other projects, visit your local thrift store, or use unused quilts, coverlets, sheets, tablecloths, and cloth napkins from your linen closet.

All of these ideas are quick, easy, and inexpensive, and can be used throughout your rooms. So take a few hours and see how little changes can create cozy comfort in your own home.

You could intend to love yourself and enjoy your day!

Intentionality is tough stuff and it means business.

ACCOUNTABILITY

On more pragmatic level, there are things that need doing. If you intend to observe day by remembering various people

·Write out your budget ·Make a list of people you wish to remember ·Start writing down ideas for each person ·Remember there’s a whole slew of merchants out there willing to make this easy for you – use Internet and telephone ·Start early to avoid pressure ·Plan ahead how you will resist all last-minutes “specials” coming your way that you know you can’t afford

Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday this week. That’s something you need to know. This means you can send last-minute floral arrangements, and it means that restaurants are going to be absolutely packed on that night, and that babysitters may be hard to come by. Plan accordingly!

Planning is key to experiencing joy of Valentine’s Day. It’s your day and you can have it your way!