Call me a romantic, but I love love. Rom-coms, love letters, staring at the object of your affection over a candlelit dinner — all of it. So, naturally, Valentine's Day is a holiday I enjoy celebrating. Some may say it's cheesy or commercial, but to me, it's a reminder to take the time to tell your people you love them... and let yourself feel those feelings that sometimes get pushed aside for carlines, deadlines and the current bottom line.
I also love supporting small businesses and local makers. Not only do I get to invest in my local community and help my friends, I also get to give something unique, artful, and crafted with more thought and quality than the average big-box retailer provides. So that thoughtful note seems even more special when it's on hand-printed stationary.
I've included a few of my top picks for this Valentine's Day -- all from local retailers who are making our city so very magic.