We’ve survived the dark, cold clutches of January, and now we step into February—the month of love. But hold onto your broomsticks, my dears, because this year, I’m embracing a different kind of romance. No candlelit dinners, no mushy cards—just pure, enchanted self-love. 💜

You see, on this eerie journey of parenting and marriage, I’ve uncovered a little secret: no one knows what I need better than me. And right now, I need some magic, some care, and maybe a little mystery. Thankfully, my little ghouls—err, I mean daughters—are at the perfect age to join me in this bewitching adventure.

The Mystical World of Crystals

Lately, my eldest daughter and I have been diving into the mystical world of crystals. It all began after a birthday visit to a crystal shop, where we left with new treasures shimmering with energy. That visit rekindled something long hidden—my own collection of enchanted stones, buried in the depths of a forgotten drawer like ancient relics waiting to be unearthed. My daughter insisted we retrieve them from their dusty slumber, and so, our magical quest began!

Armed with storage boxes from Amazon (because every witch needs a well-organized spell kit), we sorted, categorized, and rediscovered long-lost gems. We consulted our crystal bibles like ancient tomes of wisdom, piecing together the forgotten stories of tumblestones I found in a charity shop over a decade ago. Each crystal held its own power, its own whispers of the past—and together, we breathed new life into them.

The Joy of Spending Time Together

But the true magic of this journey? The bond between us. My daughters, now 11 and 14, are not just my little monsters; they’re my best friends, my confidantes, my fellow adventurers in this haunted house we call home. We discuss everything, from ghostly career paths (my youngest fancies becoming a detective, so she’s already scouting criminology programs!) to decoding the unique quirks of their dad—his autistic habits, his lovable oddities, and how we, as a team, navigate the mysteries of family life.

We laugh, we learn, we love. And that, my friends, is what this season is truly about.

How are You Feeling?

So, tell me, dear souls—how are you feeling? Do you need to sprinkle a little self-love into your life? Remember, we don’t need a romantic partner to fulfill us. We can craft our own coven, surround ourselves with friends who share our magic, and embrace love in all its supernatural forms. 💀💜

Stay spooky, stay enchanted, and above all—love yourself first. 🕯️✨

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