Today is Valentine's Day. The day when Hallmark's profits surge, the Whitman family steps into the spotlight, and countless stuffed animals find new homes.
But just remember, if he/she is not worth the effort you put into today on February 13th or February 15th (or June 8th, or the third Tuesday in August, or the last Friday in November...), then today doesn't really mean anything at all.
Love, appreciation, and taking the time to truly notice the person you are with is 24/7/365.
Today's flowers, candy, and stuffed bears are nice, but holding hands, a kiss in the cereal aisle at the grocery store, or a love Post-it left on the bathroom mirror just because are, well, PRICELESS.
Happy Valentine's Day everyone!
Happy Valentine's Day to you too Linda! Happy Valentine's Day everybody!
Posted by: Theresa from Virginia | Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 07:49 AM
Happy Valentine's Day to all of you! I hope you all receive some appreciation today from somebody -- a hug, a smooch, a wilted flower your kid picked off a plant in the living room and presented with a flourish befitting a dozen roses... it's all good.
Posted by: Nikki | Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 08:06 AM
I am married to the original "Mr. I hate every fricken holiday", so I planned a day to see a matinee (The Vow), and get lunch, he was such an ass about it yesterday that I just give up.
Posted by: Chicky (Kathy) | Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 08:32 AM
My boyfriend never makes a big deal out of Valentines day...but I don't care. Anytime I need him, he is there. Anytime something needs fixed around my house, he fixes it. Car not running properly? Not a problem for him...he even fixes my daughter's and my sister's car without ever expecting anything.
I would rather be shown this kind of love than get candy (which I really don't need) or flowers that will die in a week. I can (and often do) buy my own flowers, but I sure can't fix my car, or unclog the drain, install the hot tub, etc.
Posted by: Tracy in Cincy | Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 09:50 AM
My husband is great, but he usually is one of those guys you see at the last minute picking up one of the last available cards or bouquets of flowers on Valentine's night! lol
This year, he surprised me because when I went up to my office this morning, there was a vase full of flowers, a treat, and two cards sitting on my desk waiting for me! We've been married 25 years this July, but that still made me tear up. :)
Happy Valentine's Day to the Sharps and all my DGMS friends!
Posted by: Another Lori in TX | Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 11:29 AM
Even when I wake up looking like Edward Scissorhands had a go at my hair and with dragon breath that could bring weaker beings to their knees, my husband always greets me with a "Good morning gorgeous!" and a smile. This is our 32nd official Valentine's day together, but truthfully, I don't have to wait for February 14th to feel completely loved and appreciated. Happy Valentine's Day to everyone in our DGMS family <3
Posted by: Amy in CT | Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 02:43 PM
Wasn't expecting anything, since money's tight, but my husband surprised me with a sweet card and a Heath bar! (my favorite) Priceless!
Posted by: Katy | Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 08:23 AM