mimi & lu

My version of a heart for valentine's day... the first strawberry to grow in our garden. I was thrilled to see something had actually grown and it took me a moment to decide to pick it since it was there all by it's lonesome. But I did and I'll wait anxiously to see more pop up. Every time I long for living in the city again- the subways, the crowds, the buildings- things like this remind me that the grass might not be as green on the other side as I think. (literally)

On a more disturbing note, the only other gardening success I'd had was a large bunch of fresh romaine lettuce that I'd watch grow into what would make a great salad for 4 or 5. However, only moments after picking my prize strawberry did I notice my lettuce was missing. Someone somewhere is enjoying a nice, large, fresh salad (or maybe that someone is in the background of this picture... Lucca does look quite satisfied there.)

So no matter how you feel this valentines day- triumphant like the strawberry or defeated like the lettuce- simply spend it with whatever it is you love- your loved one, your dog, your garden- whatever!

P.S. We know you'll need a post valentines gift- esp for all you who forgot one in the first place. Check out the "Luv" Necklace which is 18inches and comes in Goldfill or Sterling Silver. Email for info and to order.

Happy Valentines Day from mimi&lu!