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For years, I was convinced that Valentines Day was nothing but an evil plot to subtly persecute single people. As it got closer and closer, the sappy TV and radio ads got worse and worse. When the day arrived, I got the indescribable pleasure of watching the multitude of flower bouquets pass by my office while they were being delivered to everyone else. And after Valentines Day, I was privileged to hear my friends and coworkers tell of the romantic dates they went on that night. Valentines Day, or Single Awareness Day was my least favorite day of the year. That all changed when i finally figured out that it was about love, not all about me. In 2001, I woke up ready to suffer through another Valentines Day. When I opened my eyes that morning, I was surprised to see homemade construction paper hearts covering my room. Most of them had a fun little positive remark about me on them. The biggest one said, "Happy Valentines Day! You've been heart attacked! With Love, Christie." My roommate, Christie, was the only girl I knew who was more single than I was! Yet, instead of moping about it, she decided to show love to the other special people she had in her life. And I was one of them! This simple gesture of love changed my Valentines Days from then on. Now, I see this holiday as a time to enjoy the love that I have in my life instead of focusing on what is missing. As I began enjoying my Valentines Days, I discovered something else. Many people in relationships hated Valentines Day! It seemed to be a depressing reminder that they were in an unfulfilling relationship. People see Valentines Day as a day that represents how you feel about your spouse. When you feel something other than love, it's a harsh reality to face each February 14th. For example, I once had a boss who had been married longer than I had been alive, and had nothing good to say about it. Valentines Day was especially irritating for him, as he'd have to go buy her something or take her out to dinner. It's hard to imagine marriage can become that difficult, but it is a reality for many. I watched my parents handle Valentines very differently. They often kept things low key, as they felt like each day was special in their marriage, and Valentine's Day was just one of the 365 days each year that they enjoyed the love they shared with each other. So, what else can you do this Single Awareness Day to make it a special one? Do something to special for those that you love. Also, do something to ensure that in your next relationship, every day is Valentines Day. Isn't that what everyone wants? To be with someone that makes every day a special day full of love and appreciation? Whether it happens or not is totally in your control. So stop pouting and start loving, start discovering, start enjoying life for what it is and what it can become.
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