Valentine’s Day is one of those “holidays” that asks people to draw a line in the sand. We saw it on Facebook. We saw it on Twitter. We often see it when we shop through stores, listen to the radio, or meander in our communities. Are you all about Cupid, or are you moving the Grinch into February discussion?
There seems to be little middle of the road dwelling for Valentine’s Day.
Facebook contained many postings of gooey sweet romantic gifts, fun romantic activities, and similar pictures of flowers and candy. Facebook also contained status updates of irritation or skepticism over a holiday seemingly developed by a card maker or an industry propagating the need to spend unnecessary money to prove devotion to ones mate.
VALENTINE’S DAY MEANS IT ALL
From where I see it, all of the above is true. Valentine’s Day is in part a fabricated day that has been blow into excessive proportions. Valentine’s Day celebrates a loving spirit that really should be demonstrated every day of every year. Valentine’s Day tends to sometimes put undue pressure on people to make adequate gestures to their love. There is much to be irritated about. There is reason for skepticism.
On the flip side, I can’t help but smile a bit for a day that celebrates love. I can’t help but smile at a day that is about flowers, and candy, and hearts…and romance. And Valentine’s Day isn’t really just about romance; I have received Valentine’s Day cards from my folks since I was a kid. Valentine’s Day is about the special peeps in our lives that add to the texture of our hearts.
Valentine’s Day isn’t a day that we shouldn’t celebrate. It’s a day we should multiply and celebrate even more. But really, it’s less about how much I spend on my wife, or if I get a card in the mail for each of my parental units, or close loving family members. For me, it’s about remembering, embracing and appreciating the love in my life.
Appreciation goes a long way….
EXPRESS YOURSELF
Valentine’s Day is just another opportunity to express love and appreciation. Instead of growing up past the small index sized cards that we gave out on Valentine’s Day in Elementary school, perhaps we should think more about giving out those sentiments routinely.
TO EACH OF YOU, I SAY
You’re Special
You Rock
Be Mine
Tweet Me
Sweet Love
Cutie Pie
Call Me
Dream
Be Good
So Fine
Awesome
Smile
HEY HEY VALENTINE’S DAY
More than anything, there is always room in my heart for special friends and family member Valentines. Though my wife is my # 1 Valentine, there is always room for others. So, I leave you , the day after Valentine’s Day, asking this…
Won’t you be another one of my precious Valentines?
