Happy Valentine’s Day

Posted on 14/02/2020 by

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As many of you know, I tend not to celebrate such events. Not because I’m Scrooge-like but because I dislike their commerciality. I try to make every day with my beloved special, not just one day a year.

This rather splendid (and massive) arrangement was in the Jumeirah Beach Hotel foyer, placed in front of an orchid and succulent garden, set atop a large piece of carved wood, which was also a statement piece.


To the rear was quite possibly the largest bunch of red roses I have ever seen – totally OTT!

If my beloved husband happens to read this, I’ll be more than happy with him attempting to make less or no mess today.

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32 Comments on “Happy Valentine’s Day”

    • Yes, it’s a lovely, family friendly hotel. We just use its facilities as we stay in another one of the group’s many hotels.

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      • It’s over 20 years since I went to Dubai and they were just starting to make Palm Island. I bet it would be so different now.

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      • We’ve been visiting for over 20 years and are always amazed at the changes that have taken place within just 12 months.

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  2. I know the hotel group as once almost purchase where I was. And yes all these events are a commercial idea behind it. It should be Valentine every day!

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  3. My husband and I don’t need that either. Anyway, Valentine’s Day was not custom in Europe when we were young, but it is getting more and more popular, even in Scandinavia.

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  4. I’ve never been a big fan of the flowers on Valentine’s Day. Like… what a beautiful, and I’m sure expensive, display for that place for it to just die in like… 48 hours.

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  6. Wow those flower arrangements are gorgeous! Thanks for sharing them, dear Sheree.
    Haha on the cute message to your beloved. :)) But in case he happens to read this, I’ll also put in a word that sometimes, maybe roses are easier. And might detract attention away from messes. ;))

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  7. 100% with you on this one – why should it be only once a year? Besides, the best gifts are always those that are given just because a person felt like it – not due to a heavily commercialized holiday. At the same time, I love all the cute decorations everywhere – can’t help it 😊

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  9. I like your attitude regarding holidays. I don’t get into them much either. I like the idea of celebrating but am too frugal to over do it. Anyhow, Happy Valentine’s Day. I’m glad I found your blog.

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  16. I dislike the commercial aspect as well, but would never say no to flowers. I’m celebrating today by baking my husband’s favorite cookies. And I WILL clean up after myself, LOL. Happy Valentine’s Day anyway!

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  17. I dislike the commercial aspects too (but I like the 15th Feb for half price tat and chocolate!) Those are some gorrrrrgeous flowers!!  ♥
    Caz xx

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