First Signs of Spring & Friday Roundup

spring walkYesterday while many of my southern friends stateside were experiencing snow-days, we were enjoying some spring like sunshine. It was so glorious, I can tell you that it makes all the difference. During these long dark days of winter I confess that my mood suffers. But when we finally had a sunny day and blue skies I tied on my tennies and went outside for some much needed vitamin D. I love how everyone in town seemed out walking in the fresh air. I love how green the grass stays all winter long, I love how several times on our walk Coco stopped and looked around and dramatically declared that the blue sky was sooo beautiful!

primoseI saw the first primrose, which in spring, carpets the grassy lawns; it brought such hope to my heart. I know in my head that winter is only taken a brief vacation from Switzerland, gone I suspect to haunt the deep south. I am grateful for his absence and the chance to feel alive again for a day.

I thought I would share some of my valentines links this week. Kids Crafts are terribly intimidating but I am going to tackle some tomarrow.

  1. I love these non candy valentines.
  2. What 3rd grader wouldn’t want a magnifying glass valentine?!
  3. Oh how I wish my love would make me one of these!
  4. I am dreaming of the hours this crafty valentine would occupy for my 9 year old!
  5. I think my Coco would love passing these out, but they will need a little glitter.
  6. I may just send a few of these for myself. A good laugh makes a welcome gift.
  7. Lastly nothing says valentines day like heart shaped strawberry Nutella french toast and frosted almond sugar cookies.  .

carraigeOne last photo- would you look at this darling little Coco pushing her babies in this vintage doll stroller I bought at the thrift store for Christmas!!!! Isn’t it TO-DIE-FOR? I searched for one like this for both kids and couldn’t find anything that I could afford when they were babies. Here in Europe they are everywhere. She is my valentine.