I ♥ U

I have a theory about Valentine’s Day. Now, don’t get all offended and whatnot if you don’t agree. After all, I said it’s a theory, not a fact.

I think the people who take Valentine’s Day all seriously are the ones who lack the love and passion they deserve to feel every day. So they need this day once a year to force their loved one to pay extra attention to them and give them the affection they crave.

Whereas those of us who feel we get that type of fulfillment every day don’t care so much about the holiday. That’s not to say we won’t exchange cards and cutesy little presents, but it won’t be about expressing our undying love for one another (that’s best left to an anniversary).

Here’s an example taken from personal experience. When I was dating this guy who (looking back) didn’t like me as much as I liked him, I was really excited about Sweetest Day because I was hoping he’d express how much he cared for me and it would bring us closer together. Whereas now that I’m with Joe, and I’m secure in our relationship and our feelings for one another, I don’t really pin my hopes on one or two days throughout the year. In fact, I even forgot Sweetest Day completely one year!

So that’s my theory in a nutshell. And honestly, I think those of you who do pin your hopes on this one day will come to realize that you deserve better. Your man/woman should be showing you love and affection EVERY day. Don’t accept anything but the best, ok? Because life is too short to lack happiness, fun, and true love.