Sweet Hearts

It's Valentine's Day.  At our house, we don't make a big deal out of Valentine's Day.  Oh, we have our traditions but they have nothing to do with store-bought cards and gifts.  Our philosophy is that, honestly, every day should be like Valentine's Day.  It feels like that to Paul and me.  However, we do like a little celebration just as much as the next couple so we celebrate the day of love with some lovely rituals. 

The first is that we always make each other a Valentine.  Sometimes they are goofy, sometimes serious but, always, made by hand.  

The second is that I always make shortbread hearts.  Shortbread is a favorite around here.  Maybe it is partially because Paul has Scottish heritage.  Maybe it's just because it tastes so darned good.  Either way, I make them as a Valentine's treat.  This year is no different.  This year's batch looks just like every other year's.  Big shortbread hearts drizzled with a little pink glaze.  There's no better way to say I love you than a good cookie!