a silly muse

to the moon and back | love you | only fish for me 

First, it’s necessary to watch some Fred Astaire and Audrey Hepburn goodness. Adorable, right? Right.

I thought I’d share some non-cliche ideas for having a love filled day with your special someone. I already posted some yummy delicious food ideas. Create a little package and fill it with treats, decorate a pencil to look like an arrow and send a love letter. If your loved one is far away, send spring time flowers or a fruit bouquet and have a Skype date. Fill your day with adventure, hug a lot, and of course, make sure everything you do is filled with love.

Granted, you should be sure to tell your favorite person you love them every day (and mean it).

My Valentine:

There are many simple and inexpensive ways to show your love for that someone special to you. One fantastic way? Food. Instead of buying a cliche chocolate heart box, make something that will make their hearts (and stomachs) happy.

white cake and carnations | heart shaped salad | eggs in a basket | laced heart pancakes

(print via Ashley Goldberg)

I’m happily spending the month in Los Angeles/Santa Monica. My days are filled with sunshine and warmth, fresh fruits and veggies, palm trees, adventures, visits with those dear to me, meals eaten outside, daily walks, and hugs.

(image via +)

Infinity is a great way to express your admiration for a loved one. Friend, parent, family, significant other, etc.; infinity is never ending, and those you hold close in your heart are there forever. These bracelets are simple and sweet (and colorful). I think simple and sweet is all you need to express how much someone means to you.

(bracelets via Mesa Blue on Etsy)

I love Etsy for reasons like this:

(sterling silver dachshund necklace)

Spotted on Pinterest today. You can purchase it from LOVElife.

Dear lovely, four-legged sister of mine,

You are in my heart always and I cannot express how sorely I shall miss you, now that you are gone. You were such a bright, cheerful, happy, loving dog who gave an abundant amount of slobbery kisses. I remember the first day we saw you, I picked you up amongst your brothers and sisters and you snuggled into me, under my chin. I handed you off to mum, and we knew immediately you were the one for us. You peed on me on our way to your new home, too, but I was too overwhelmed with how cute you were, I didn’t care.

Twelve years later, and you have filled us all with the greatest of memories and the greatest amount of puppy love. You were our best friend and companion. There is no other like you and I’m certain there never will be, for you’re one of a kind. Just remember how much you touched our lives and everyone else who had the pleasure of knowing you.

I love you Kasey. You were the best sort of sister I could have ever asked for.