I’ve already heard it going around the social networks: February 14th is a week away. Yes, you are right; math dictates that seven plus seven does, in fact, equal fourteen. But that’s when the commentary begins: “I can’t wait for [February 14th]! My hubby is taking me out to dinner!” or “Ugh, SAD (Singles Awareness Day) is coming up. I’m going to be so depressed on that day.” Okay, let’s stop there, because I think you get the picture. But also, I’m sure you’ve noticed that some things have been omitted, and also, as you can tell by my tone, I think that both sides have some issues to address with this day. Now, don’t get me wrong, I support love more than anything else in the world; have you heard any songs by Above & Beyond (or seen them live like I have)? Love is an extremely important part of our lives, and some people consider it more important than others do. But there’s a certain day that comes around every year that makes people, well, love-crazy. So let’s address it!
First of all, let’s get this out of the way: “Valentine’s Day” is a retail “holiday” which falls on February 14th each year. Once again, before the torches and pitchforks come out: if you have a significant other, I have nothing against you for doing something special with/for him or her on that day. If I had myself one, I know for a fact that I would shower her with love on that day. However, why is that day more important than any other day of the year? Love is something that happens year-round, and yes, arguments will happen, but as long as love still exists, they will be a thing of the past sooner than later. So please, do something nice for your love on that day, but don’t go around spouting how much you love them on that certain day in February.
Then of course, there’s the other side of the fence; the side of the people who are single, like myself. I used to be depressed on February 14th. I used to complain about how alone I was, how everyone else had someone except me, how I was never going to get a girlfriend. Guess what? If you continue to dwell on it too long, you WILL be depressed, because it’s all you will think about. Also, if you think about it, is complaining about being single an attractive feature? The first thing I think about is that that person will require constant attention, and this is coming from a guy who once did all of this himself. That is not to say that I wouldn’t give someone constant attention, but I think you’re seeing what I’m getting at with this point. Think about it from an outside perspective.
So where does that leave us? Basically, if you are going to do something on Valentine’s Day, or give someone a gift, don’t tell everyone on your social networks. As has often been stated in the past, there IS such a thing as sharing too much. I understand if you want to say, ONCE, mind you, that you love your significant other, but don’t go overboard with it. Enjoy your day, enjoy your time, and be happy. And for those without someone in their life at the moment, don’t let it get you down. There’s a phrase that I read every day on a poster that hangs above my desk: “If you are looking for the love of your life, stop; they will be waiting for you when you start doing things you love.” Stop and think about it for a second, and you’ll realize, as I finally have, that while being alone sucks, when you find that person who appreciates being with you as much as you do with them, you’ll be that much happier knowing that you hadn’t been dreading it never happening in the first place.
How do you feel about love? Are you in love? Love love love love love? Why do I write so much about love? Leave your comments in the, uh, comments, section!
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