Monday, February 13, 2012
Your significant other, child, pet or favorite food? Share what you love.
The candy hearts, the dinner specials and of course red roses everywhere mean Valentine's Day is in the air. To celebrate with us, share what the object of your affection is this year. Upload a photo of your favorite something by clicking on the "Upload Photos and Videos" button. It could be a significant other, child or pet. Heck, it could be your first car, favorite vacation spot or that delectable brownie sundae you can't resist. Just show us in pictures what you love. And don't forget to tell us in the caption why it's the object of your affection.
Sunday, February 12, 2012
When you think of Valentine's Day, one thing comes to mind—chocolate. Try making one of these fudge recipes for your sweetheart.
"Don't wreck a sublime chocolate experience by feeling guilty." ~Lora Brody One of the easiest desserts to make has got to be fudge. I'm not much of a baker, so anytime I can create something good and chocolatey without turning on the oven I'm a happy girl. To this day, the fudge my grandmother used to make remains the best fudge I've ever eaten. I never tried to recreate it because I assumed it was too complicated for a novice like myself. Ironically enough, I recently learned that she found her recipe on the back of a Carnation Evaporated Milk can. Go figure. So here is that great fudge recipe. Create a sweet treat for your Valentine! Basic Chocolate Fudge Ingredients: Directions: Here are some suggestions for other types of fudge: Milk …
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Crib our gift list, and add your suggestions.
- VALENTINE'S DAY GUIDE
- Abby Jordan
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Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Two years ago, a dear friend sought my advice on what to get his girlfriend for Valentine's Day. His idea? A lamp. Because nothing says I love you quite like a lamp.... Don't get me wrong — I'm all about practical gifts. But when it comes to Valentine's Day, I believe sentiments or surprises should come from the heart, and be about the person you love, not about fulfuling their lighting needs. After a little bit of coaching, my friend settled on a necklace from a local artist. His girlfriend loved the gift, not only because it was pretty, but because it would remind her of him throughout the day, even when they were apart. Remember too, Valentine's Day doesn't have to be about spending a lot of (or any) money. The way to a loved one's …
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Valentine's Day is approaching, and we're compiling a list of love songs.
- VALENTINE'S DAY GUIDE
- Abby Jordan
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Tuesday, February 7, 2012
It's Valentine's Day, and love is in the air... on the radio, in the coffee shops and maybe on your iPod. You know there's that one song that melts your heart every time you hear it. For me, it's "Over the Rainbow," sung by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole. I don't know what it is, but that song makes stop in my tracks whenever those first notes are played. A colleague of mine and I came up with this list of classic love songs: Is your favorite on our short list? If not, share it in the comments section below.
Ryan O'Connor
11:15 am on Monday, February 13, 2012
I vote for the stunning newlyweds! more ›