To me, as a single person, Valentine's Day is the ultimate in-your-face reminder that I don't have anyone special in my life. It reminds me with every TV commercial, billboard, magazine ad, and walk through a department store, that I no longer have a need for romance. Most days that doesn't bother me; but this time of year I turn into the Valentine's Day grinch.So what does one do to get through this day of romance? I decided to take the romance out of Valentine's Day and think about the people I appreciate in my life.
Remember when you were in grade school and you would make out those hokey Valentines for everyone in your class? I asked myself, if I had those Valentines today, to whom would I send one?
I did a search on the internet for "valentine messages" and flowershopnetwork.com has some cute ones. When I put them in context and address them to a specific person, they take on a whole new meaning.
To Jesus: Whatever is worth doing, is worth doing with You!
To my son: Right from the start, you stole my heart!
To my Bestie: So many of my smiles begin with you!
For my family: Even in a fairy tale where every dream comes true, I could never hope to find a family as wonderful as you!
To my pets: I love you THIS much!
To my co-workers: Wishing someone close to my heart a warm and wonderful day!
So I suppose I don't have to be the Valentine Grinch for long. My relationships may come up short in the romance department, but they certainly don't fall short in the love department. I am truly blessed to be surrounded by such loving friends and family.
Happy Valentine's Day everyone!
