Valentine's Day never ceases to amaze me, it has become obscenely commercialized, just like every other gift giving holiday we celebrate; a competition for people to see who can give the biggest "gift" to their loved one(s), and a competition for merchants all over the country to see how much money they can make off of these people. This is why I have always thought, and still do think, that what Valentine's Day has become is completely useless. Since when does the amount of money you spend on someone reflect the amount of love and care you have for that person? Never, in my book, nor will it ever. Why is February 14th different from any other day of the year in that respect? Have we sunk to such a level that now we need a specific day of the year that gives us permission to "go all out" and tell that special someone how we feel about them? It would seem so…
Some might say that I am bitter because, up until recently, I have never had anyone special to share Valentine's Days with, which is far from the truth; I hold no animosity toward showing love and affection to anyone. I intend to participate in Valentine's Day this year, in my own way, not out of fear of being labeled uncaring or heartless by those who choose to participate excessively. As far as I'm concerned, everyday is Valentine's Day for me, my love for those who mean so much to me never fades.
So, for all of those special people in my life, and you know who you are, you owe me nothing. You have already given me the biggest and most expensive gifts I could ever dream of receiving from anyone: kindness, friendship, and unconditional love, and I don't need specific day of the year to return the favor, and say "thank you" for everything.
Happy Valentines Day.
Much love,
Brad
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