Valentines Day

It's that time of year again. Cards, flowers, balloons and sparkly things are everywhere. And for some this day is filled with sadness and longing.

I get it. I use to be a Grinch on Valentines day. I never got special cards or flowers or candy unless the teacher made it mandatory. I always felt like there was a huge "Lonely, Single and Sad" sign posted above my head for the world to see. But after high school I decided to look at this day differently...

Although this may be a Hallmark-made holiday I enjoy celebrating it now. Not only do I have the most amazing husband and the most adorable son, but I have so many around that I love dearly and who love me. I am a believer in telling the ones you love how much you love them every day...but why not have a day to celebrate love?

It was for love that the Father sent the Son to earth. It was for love that the Son suffered and died on the cross. It was for love that He rose again 3 days later. And it was for love that He intercedes on our behalf. Now that is a reason to celebrate!