Families For Life | Budget-friendly ideas to celebrate Valentine's Day
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and love is all you need—well, maybe some guidance on how to express your feelings can’t hurt either. Don’t worry, we’re not here to suggest splurging on extravagant bouquets of roses or indulgent fancy candlelit dinners. We’re sharing thoughtful, budget-friendly ideas packed with heartfelt meaning. So grab a pen, keep reading, and take notes—we’re about to spread the love!
Handmade with Love
Tap into your creative side! A scrapbook is a beautiful way to relive the story of your love. Fill it with old text messages that take you back to how it all began, cherished photos, and mementos from your time together. Add a heartfelt touch with a handwritten love letter, and for an extra romantic gesture, read it aloud to your partner.
Love Coupons
Here’s a fun and thoughtful way to say “I love you”! Create your own love coupons by cutting up pieces of paper and jotting down things you’d like to do for your partner. These could include planning a picnic, cooking their favourite meal, or giving a relaxing massage. Make it even more exciting by surprising each other with the coupons throughout the week.
Couples Who Grow Together, Stay Together
What better way to rekindle your spark than by continuing to grow and nurture your love? Take a pit stop and reassess the health of your relationship with this quiz! It’ll help guide you as you navigate the intricacies of your relationship, discovering what to embrace and what to work on together.
If you’re married, why not consider joining a marriage enrichment course? It’s a fun and meaningful way to invest in your relationship!
Be Partners in Grime!
Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday this year, so surprise your partner with a sparkling clean home! If you’re both busy parents, this might just be the most practical—and romantic—gesture of all. Take the day off to scrub, sweep, and fold the laundry before your partner gets home. Sometimes, love looks like freshly folded towels and a tidy living room.
Take a Romantic Stroll
End the day with a simple but intimate gesture: a romantic stroll. Whether it’s along the beach or the spot where you first met, take this time to reconnect. Share laughter, reminisce about old memories, and create new ones as you soak in each other’s company.
In the words of JLo, “love don’t cost a thing”. Sometimes, it’s really just the simple joy of being together that matters the most. This Valentine’s Day, let’s celebrate love while being kind to our wallets!