Update Your Valentine's Day Traditions with "creation-friendly" options. Make or buy cards made with recycled paper or send an e-card. Rather than a bouquet of flowers that lasts a few days, consider an herb plant that will add flavor to your loved one's life for months, maybe years. If you like to give chocolates, choose fair trade chocolates that promise the growers are being justly compensated. For a special Valentine's Day meal, buy organic and locally grown foods; if dining out, look for restaurants that offer locally sourced products.

Show your Valentine—and Creation—how much you care this February 14.

Creation Care Team Contacts: Jeanne Schrempf or Marie Myer.