#6: Semi-sweet (the Valentine's Day edition) š¬
This week, we're celebrating Valentine's Day without cynicism. Also a reminder to go to the dentist, my favorite dark chocolate gems, and an ode to "renovated" jewelry.
So many people try to reinvent the wheel when it comes to Valentineās Day. Itās virtually impossible to talk about February 14th without a reflection on how the goal should be to reinvent Valentineās Day.
If youāre single and lonely, spend the day with yourself. If youāre single but not lonely, maybe you should use this as a sign to get back out there. If youāre happily coupled, donāt shove your love in other peopleās faces.
Though maybe Iām being a bit cynical. Why shouldnāt I want people to express their love for each other on Valentineās Day? If someone flaunts their relationship to feel better about themselves, that says everything about them and nothing about me.
This weekend, I want to be happy for happy people. I think thatās what Valentineās Day is supposed to be about for me.
DOāS and DONāTS: a non-exhaustive guide
DO: book a dental cleaning. I finally tried a new dentist after an embarrassing amount of time and holy sh*t my teeth feel so good.
DONāT: settle for a half-empty bag of chocolate chips this weekend. Weāre eating Ghiradelli or Godiva at a bare minimum.
DO: make a recipe that scares you (but just a little). Weāre going for progress, not perfection.
DONāT: buy garlic from a jar. It tastes better when itās fresh.
DO: buy yourself some cheap flowers from the grocery store.
DONāT: spend all weekend at home. Make up errands if you have to!
āRequiredā reading: links to get you thinking
15 breakfast in bed recipes for Valentineās Day (Camille Styles)
These are the trending flowers of 2022 (Clever)
Swooning over this pink art-deco apartment in Melbourne (Architectural Digest)
Author Jasmine Guillory on food as a love language (Bustle)
This company will ārenovateā your old jewelry (SPUR)
This weekās aesthetic: candy
The heroine recommends: HU Kitchen Chocolate Gems
These are the perfect dark chocolates! Theyāre the perfect size for both snacking and baking. Theyāre dark but not too dark, sweet but not too sweet. If you need me, Iāll be scouring the greater Charlotte area this weekend looking for a bag of these.
Shop online or find a local store.
Have a recommendation? Let me know!
Go forth: a parting thought
I love you!!!! š
xx, Annie