Valentines Day Love It Or Leave It

VALENTINES DAY LOVE IT OR LEAVE IT

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My husband and I have a rather funny relationship with Valentine's Day.  First of all, let me just say that my dad ruined Valentine's Day for any guy that was to come behind him, so really it's not Jason's fault at all!  My dad had 4 daughters and he figured out how to make Valentine's Day amazing for us at an early age and so it literally is impossible for anyone to top him.  It's so bad that Jason had to post this PSA on FaceBook the other day.  

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT FOR MEN!! With Valentines day soon approaching I can attest to the fact that a "click" of the mouse to purchase a beautiful bouquet of flowers for your sweetheart is not the same, or as effective, as you personally picking out the exact SAME arrangement of flowers from the local florist and delivering it personally to your adored loved one on said day.

Women stop reading here!! The rest of this is just a waste of your time. Men....keep reading...your happiness may depend on it.

Furthermore, most women (and I think there is a conspiracy here) have caught onto the fact that floral websites will store your information and remind you of the upcoming dreaded (a.k.a venerated) Valentines' holiday (Is it really a holiday?) and allow you to purchase overpriced flowers with a single click. While this makes your life very simple (Who doesn't like one-click?) unfortunately it sends the wrong message to your lady.

My work is done here. May this sage wisdom in someway help you avoid any unnecessary and undue pain this February 2017. Good luck...and may the force be with you!

So, with all that in mind, I found a great article online that got me thinking about Valentines Day that is right around the corner.  I thought I'd share with you some great ideas for making your Valentines Day a special one regardless of your "relationship status"!  

9 Ways to Wow Loved Ones

Couples aren't the only ones challenged to find the perfect Valentine's Day gift. Here are a few low-cost (or no cost) ideas for all the Valentines in your life: 

For couples.  Write a handwritten letter to express everything you feel about having that special someone in your life. Mention specific things you rarely say aloud.

For friends.  Host a marathon of your favorite TV show or movie genre with four or five of your friends. Prerecord shows on TV, stream movies or watch a set of DVDs you already own.

For kids away at school.  They may act like they're "fine," but they still miss you and the comforts of home. So send an invitation (or reservation) to their favorite home-cooked meal served "on request" over their next school break.

For elderly relatives or neighbors.  Seniors can sometimes feel isolated. Give them a coupon for free housekeeping, a movie night with all the snacks included, or an unscheduled "anytime visit" to make them feel cared for.

For younger kids (or big kids at heart!).  Build a fort out of cushions and sheets in the living room (or pitch a small tent if you have one). Then spend the evening playing cards or board games or streaming movies.

For teens.  You remember how it was. Even teenagers need a break sometimes. Why not offer to do their chores for one day but still pay their full allowance!

For groups.  Plan and cook a fun meal together. If you split the cost and the prep, you'll enjoy an inexpensive treat requiring less stress than eating out on a busy holiday.

For people in need.  Lots of people find themselves alone at all times of the year, so if you're free, try volunteering at a local soup kitchen or retirement village, which may need help hosting Valentine's Day activities. Or spend a night clearing storage spaces around the house for donating.

For loved ones far, far away.  We've all got someone special who we haven't seen in a while because they don't live nearby. Send your long-distance loves an invitation to an uninterrupted 20-minute Skype or FaceTime call.

Happy Valentine's Day!

Sources: Huffington Post, About.com

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