There was a time when I thought that Valentine’s Day was just a day made up by card and themed-gift manufacturers to make husbands and boyfriends feel like they should buy stuff for their wives or girlfriends, who would have otherwise been just fine.

I have to say though, that as a parent, I have come to realize the true meaning behind the holiday.  It’s to guilt parents into buying stupid toss-away valentines for their kids to give (with a healthy dose of uneasiness) to the other kids in their lives.  (Which reminds me of a hilarious little blog post I saw here.  Check it out.)

So, in quiet protest, I decided to make some valentine-themed treats myself instead of participating in the corporate love-buying-agenda.  That way, we can all enjoy a little cupid’s arrow without the sting of having to wonder if “be mine” is a little too presumptuous a message to send to that runny-nosed boy in class who can never seem to keep his socks pulled up.

We’re heading out to a little valentine party for the kiddles and I’m in charge of dessert.  So I made these little treats to bring along. Continue reading →