Time Not Money Most Important During Valentine's
Sheryl Fellers, Dawson County Extension Service
Looking to make that big impression on your partner on Valentine’s Day? It may be cheaper than one thinks. Many people think Valentine’s Day means people have to spend money on each other. For many adult relationships, spending money on the significant other is of less concern than spending time.
Older couples that have spent several Valentine’s Days together realize the importance of just spending time together. It could just be as simple as planning a weekend trip together that doesn’t have to include five-star hotels or fancy restaurants. Or the duo could stay home, prepare dinner together and watch a movie. A younger couple that doesn’t have the years of togetherness might feel compelled to try to impress one another. This doesn’t mean going overboard. Buying someone flowers doesn’t always have to mean buying them roses. Think about the person and try to do something special for them.
For children, Valentine’s Day is great fun. Making the bags for the candy and cards at school provides excitement. Instead of buying store bought cards, see if a child and a couple of his or her friends would rather make their own Valentine's cards together. Get some construction paper, scissors, glue and let the children go at it. This will help promote creativity while cutting back on the rising cost of manufactured cards.
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