RAISING THE LITTLE BARR'S

It's February! {love is in the air}

Charlene4 Comments
Yup, LOVE is in the air around our house! This year, especially, our home is filled with more love than ever imaginable. And I love it.

valentine's day chalkboard drawing

I also love the way the sun begins to drop, creeps behind the clouds, yet still those warm golden rays find a way to sneak into our kitchen. Around 5:30pm, the light shines through our home in a strikingly beautiful way. 'Tis gorgeous!

You know what else is gorgeous? This little girl ;) We think so, at least!

baby girl valentine's day photos

Did you know that 'weaning' isn't just a term used for babies?! Yup, I'm weaning myself from sleeping during baby naps, and learning to use nap time as Mommy Time. So this week, this is just one of the projects I've done with Mommy Time.. (but don't get me wrong, I still require a morning nap some days while baby girl is sleeping..it happens!)



I certainly slacked with the Thanksgiving and Christmas decor as baby girl was brand-spanking-new and this momma was brand-spanking-tired and busy. So, I decorated for Valentine's Day. And am excited to decorate for upcoming holidays as well..St. Patrick's, Easter, etc. etc. But let's not get ahead of myself!

I got my craft on and was loving it.

homemade classic valentine's from baby

valentines day mantel decor ideas

This Valentine's Day will mark 11 years since J and I began dating. Oh, that day he asked me to be his girlfriend will forever remain in my memory! I'm so very glad he asked ;)

And Valentine's Day isn't just about loving a significant other -- I know how the single folk tend to hate on V-Day -- but it's a day to just love. Love anyone -- your friends, your family, your dog! Everybody loves somebody..so there's something to celebrate!

mommy and baby valentines day photos

valentine's day decorations; valentine mantel decor

diy valentine decor, valentines banner on a valentine mantel decorations

I do hope our pup has been feeling the love, even though our love is now shared with another little one! There's plenty of love to go around ;)

chocolate lab photography

baby girl outdoor valentines photo

DIY valentines day decorations

And this girl..she has shown us a whole new meaning of love. Absolute unconditional love.

mommy and baby love valentines day

homemade valentines day decorations


Oh hey..check it...a chalkboard photo -- it's been too long since one of these babies ;)

valentine's day chalkboard drawing


Love, love, love....
Love is in the air around here and I hope it is for you too.

all you need is love photo

I do apologize for the way this post was thrown all around. But, point is, be sure to celebrate love..whether it's someone you love, something you love doing, or somewhere you love to be. Love is a powerful word and a wonderful thing. So let's celebrate it!