No matter what Valentine’s Day means to you — romance, fun, or dread — as a military spouse, you know better than anyone else the difference spending quality time with friends and family members makes. So use the day to let them know how you feel. Treat your kids and your friends to some heartfelt attention — not just the lucky partner who holds your heart.
Need some inspiration? We’ve rounded up a few ideas for you below. We recommend you spend the week wearing your heart on your sleeve, or just planning a great event your servicemember will never forget. Whatever you do, enjoy the feeling of true love with every special person in your life.
Celebrate with Your MilFam:
Valentine’s day doesn’t have to focus solely on romance. Planning projects with kids can be a fun way to spend the day, from crafting to cooking, to adding shades of red and pink decor around the house.
Celebrate with Your Fellow MilSpouses:
Friends you can count on deserve a little love and attention, too. If you’ve got some pals you haven’t seen lately or that you know will be spending the day alone, why not plan a get-together to do something crafty or relaxing?
Celebrate with Your Servicemember:
Romance in the air? Treat your Valentine to gifts with a personal touch, from shared activities and events to splurging on a fancy dinner. Whatever you do, focus on being together and it’ll be a great day.
No matter who you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day with this year, we hope you enjoy sharing the love! And if you have other ideas to share with us on how to spend special time with the ones you love, let us know in the comments below!
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Originally published February 11, 2019
