It all started with a trip to the dollar store....

I have a love/hate relationship with Valentine's Day. I think it depends on the year. This year the prognosis is good. Already I've made a Valentine's wreath (see above) and had a Valentine's dinner. And this new-found love for the holiday all started with a trip to the dollar store.

It just so happens that Dollar Tree is strategically located right next to the grocery store. One day last week I was in a pregnancy slum during grocery shopping and thought a trip to the dollar store was just what I needed. I was right. With so many fun items for so cheap I felt inspired to plan a Valentine's dinner with friends. I texted Ben about my idea and he agreed because, as he puts it, "I'd be a fool to say no to a pregnant woman".

The table complete with Dollar Tree decor (the plastic goblets are a must-have :) )

We invited two couples from our ward and had a great dinner. And so my love for Valentine's Day has been revitalized.

But the best part:

I froze red kool-aid in ice trays like the one above
(they were a birthday gift from my sister Laura). I then served them in
the goblets with Fresca poured over the top. The drink was delicious.
Sorry I forgot to snap pictures! :(