I LOVE love but hate Valentine’s Day. It’s totally weird, I know. The hubs and I make a big deal out of our anniversary but have never been huge fans of V-Day. Sure, I love all of the red and pink of course, any excuse for chocolate, and a day totally dedicated to being mooshy and sweet. However, Valentine’s Day and I are just not on the up and up. I used to think I was all alone in my way of thinking until I met my pal Kristen a few years ago. Finally, another happily married (and happily pregnant) girl who shares my sentiments on V-Day. She is my anti-Valentine. A few years ago Kris and I accidentally went out on Valentine’s for shopping, a movie, and burgers at TGI Fridays. We thought it was really funny to be together amongst a sea of couples so every Valentine’s Day weekend we abandon our husbands and have a girl’s day out. It’s just how we roll. 😉
On Sunday I headed up to Roanoke to meet with Kristen for our annual Anti-Valentine’s Day date. We started off at TJ Maxx where I scored some adorable J-Lo shades for $7.00 (YAY!!!!!) and this amazing Le Creuset casserole dish. My fellow cooking gals (and guys) will appreciate the fabulousness of this bake ware. And you know I love a deal so I nabbed this gem for under $15.00!
After a morning of bargain hunting Kristen and I made our way over to Fork In The Alley. You have heard me mention this place before, and again before that. I pretty much love it.
I had planned my meals perfectly so I could treat myself to a hot dog and fries. I literally do not remember the last time I had a hot dog and, not to oversell it, the hotdogs at Fork In the Alley are pretty much the best hotdogs on the entire planet earth. They come in several fun varieties but I stuck with the “All American” dog. Heck yeah!
Lunch was the perfect time for some girl talk and catching up. There is nothing better than a heart to heart with a great friend. Suddenly stressful things seem so much less daunting and you end up giggling and warm and fuzzy inside. Maybe it was a perfect Valentine’s after all!
We made our way over to the mall to pick up some Spring-y items for my upcoming trip to FL (photos coming soon!). I was stoked to learn I have dropped a size in Old Navy Clothes and also to find an amazing Tommy Hilfiger skirt for $6.00 at Macys (SCORE!).
All in all it was a perfect Anti-Valentines day out. As for the “real” V-Day the hubs and I spent it watching Netflix and trying to have a laugh about all of the drama we have had flowing in our paths lately. I guess the important lesson to take from this weekend is “All You Need Is Love” ;). How do YOU like to celebrate or not celebrate Valentine’s Day?
Love the baking dish! Glad you had a great day! Husband always picks a place for dinner we’ve never been before for Valentine’s Day.