The house party: V is for Valentine's

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner – do you have any plans?

When I was single, it was my least favourite day of the year so I understand why it might not be everyone’s cup of tea.

One of my most embarrassing memories growing up is of Valentine’s Day; I’d given a card to a boy in my class and he ripped it up in front of me. I was mortified and even though I’m over it now (I promise) the memory still comes flooding back every February 14th.

Thanks brain, of all the things you choose to forget you’ve decided to cling onto that one.

If only I could go back and hold my younger self; I’d tell her it all works out in the end and boys are annoying anyway – haha.

In previous relationships, I thought the holiday was a little silly, but now I’m older and granted, happily married, I feel like any chance to celebrate love and happiness is a good thing; even if that’s love for yourself, your friends or your partner.

Along with making Valentine’s plans, I’ve been up to all sorts of exciting things this week including a trip to Perry Woods (a very lovely walk outside of Canterbury), as well as buying wellies, cooking sprouts to perfection and renting the film Amsterdam on YouTube.

See, I told you it’s been a thrilling week for me – my obsession with oven-roasted sprouts is out of control.

I didn’t ~love~ Amsterdam, which was a big surprise considering the all-star cast. I found it difficult to follow at times, but the acting was 10/10 as well as the cinematography, costume and makeup – I would recommend watching it just for that.

If your head is in home-makeover mode (or you just like having a look around people’s homes) then you have to watch the flat tour of Lick’s founder, Tash.

There are so many great ideas if you’re in a rental or even if you’re decorating on a budget or can’t afford the big kitchen reno yet. Tash is also a joy to watch so she’ll certainly bring a big smile to your face.