Valentine's Day. What to say about it...? As I've grown up into the mature adult that I am (I know..funny, right?) my opinion and like or dislike rather of this very day has changed. I've spent the last month watching cheesy commercials about how every kiss begins with Kay, nothing tells her you love her more than chocolate, and other over the top advertisements cluttered with mushy sentiments and products. I walked into the grocery story today and actually saw a sign that said "nothing says love like a big hunk of cheese." Well, if the person receiving the cheese is lactose intolerant, I doubt that "I love you" will be the first words that come to their mind.
In elementary school, Valentine's Day was all about the candy. It was rarely ever a day about love. Just...CANDY! In middle school it was a popularity contest to see who had the most valentine's stuck in their locker. In high school it was somewhat the same but by then maybe you were "dating" someone and were forced by predetermined rules to participate and get your significant other something to prove your "love." After high school things change. Suddenly Valentine's Day becomes a constant Vegas-style flashing neon sign with the word "SINGLE" illuminated 24/7 for up to a month's time, if you're single that is. Taken? Then you have one month to plan the perfect date, buy the perfect gift, write the perfect card, figure out her favorite flowers, etc. So much hype for just another day. Why can't we go back to how things were in first grade? Candy, candy, candy! Afterall...I love candy.
So, Happy Valentine's Day to you all! Single? May you be surrounded by great friends and good wine. May you get to choose your own candy so you end up with something you like. May you be spared the stress of planning the perfect dinner/date. Taken? May you realize the love you share every day of the year, not just on February 14th. May you spend the day strengthening your love. May you promise to love and honor.
How'd you get so smart. Happy Valentines Day!
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