Valentine's Day Celebration

My good frined and collegue, Mrs. Recio surprised me this day by giving my family a valentine's day gift. It wasn't your typical holiday card, box of chocolates or even a stuffed animal. To my surprise (inside a big brown paper bag) was a bottle of cider nicely secured with packing peanuts. She told me how they celebrate Valentine's Day in her family by drinking a bottle of cider with her husband, Dad and even her son, Jose Emiliano. She wanted us to celebrate by doing the same. I explained the ritual to Charlie and the kids and this is how we celebrated. We hope to continue this tradition anually just like my friend. Thank you, Mrs. Recio for the wonderful idea!