Valentine Value: Tips for a Wonderful (Affordable) Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is a holiday full of love for those around us.  Specifically, Valentine’s Day is about celebrating your significant other, whether a spouse, a fiance, or a boyfriend/girlfriend.  It’s important to take the time to show them how much you care on this big day, but sadly, this holiday can also be full of pressure for you to buy expensive gifts, fancy dinners out, and extravagant dates to “keep up with the Joneses”.  If you are on a tight budget, Valentine’s Day could make you feel inadequate, and you might worry that your significant other won’t feel loved or appreciated enough if you can’t fork out a handful of cash for the big day.

So, how can you celebrate a meaningful and fun Valentine’s Day value-style?

Homemade Happiness.  Taking the time to make something for someone shows that you not only thought of them, but that you also invested time and energy to make sure they felt special.  From a simple handmade card, to a full-scale DIY project they’ve been begging for, you can’t go wrong by making something for your sweetie.

Take Your Time (Quality Time, That Is).  Who said you have to enjoy a fancy dinner out to have a good time on Valentine’s evening?  Turn down the lights, turn on some music, and enjoy preparing a Valentine feast together.  If you want to go fancy, you can always grill out steaks, throw in some baked potatoes and toss a salad, but if you would prefer to keep it a little more low-key, there are plenty of creative, delicious recipes online that are sure to impress your love.  Not only will you have the memories of a wonderful dinner together, but you’ll also have the memories of making it! Hint: go big on the dessert.  It’s worth it!

Bargain Hunter.  Groupon, retailmenot.com, and other value sites are great ways to find bundles for dinners/activities/excursions on Valentine’s Day, and throughout the whole week.  You can get a significant discount on these things, and make a show-stopping date actually fit your budget.  Other ideas include clipping coupons for local restaurants that are hosting Valentine dinners at a special price or looking for free activities going on for the holiday (like free outdoor concerts, art galleries, etc.).

We hope these ideas help you enjoy your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day without being uptight about your budget.  Finances can be tough, and if you’re trying to balance your monthly income and expenses with making sure your family is covered with home, health, and life insurance, it could be leaving you stressed and distraught.  Carroll Marshall Insurance believes that insurance should bring peace of mind, not cause more problems, and our goal is to help our clients map out a coverage plan that fits the needs and the budgets of everyone who comes through our door.  Give us a call or stop by our Winter Haven office to get started.

Happy Valentine’s Day!