let’s just get this out of the way.
This upcoming Valentine’s Day (a day thus far only notable to me as my parents’ 37th anniversary — because, dude, that’s notable) I will not be on a date with a hottie/delectable geek/difficult man, nor will I be crying in my boots at my lack thereof.
I don’t think single people should be upset on Valentine’s Day!
I rail against the notion!
It’s a hearts/flowers/dinner out/goopy romantic kind of event, yes… but I think you can love all that stuff without being a “plus one.”
If I want Godiva hearts, I can get ‘em for myself. If I want Illy in the red tin, I can swing it. If I want pink peonies, I have a debit card. If I want cherry blossom stationary, I can ante up. If I want some delicate whisper of a ring, I can save up my pennies and self-decorate.
When February 14th rolls around in 2007, I shall spend the evening babysitting this little monkey…
… so her parents can both work at their respective restaurants and make the cushy/swish Valentine’s tips off the boys and girls looking to impress one another.
Because tips = love.
February 9th, 2007 at 10:47 am
I’m with ya. I had a Valentine all of once in my life (besides the usual junior-high school style of Valentine), and it was less than overwhelming. I have always thought it would be neat to get roses on Valentines Day; I had mentioned it in passing to the significant other. He took it to mean that I wanted him to drop hundreds of dollars on dinner, flowers, a gift, etc. We fought. I vowed never to ‘mention’ anything again. Then we broke up 2 months later.
Also, since then I’ve bought my own flowers on Feb 14th. Then I get the ones I want.
And, I work at both my jobs on Wednesday, so even if I had an other, I wouldn’t get to see him anyways.
February 9th, 2007 at 10:54 am
happy anniversary Meg’s parents. honestly, that baby is adorable…i can’t think of a better date for your valentine’s evening.
February 9th, 2007 at 11:33 am
She looks like the best Valentine date a girl could ask for!
February 9th, 2007 at 12:18 pm
Holy cow. That baby is BEAUTIFUL! Lucky you for getting to snuggle up to that cutie all evening!
February 9th, 2007 at 12:51 pm
Sweet baby!
February 9th, 2007 at 12:58 pm
On Valentine’s Day I mentally list things that I am thankful for, whether I am with someone or not. It helps remind me that there are greater things than getting all gussied up and making polite conversation for the sake of having a date.
February 9th, 2007 at 1:06 pm
A baby defines the kind of love I want anyway. Have a blessed evening with that bundle of love.
February 9th, 2007 at 2:49 pm
I always enjoyed “fake sad” Valentine’s Day celebrations, like when single girlfriends and I would rent soppy romance videos, and order a pizza, and eat from enormous heart-shaped boxes of chocolate. We would act like we were some kind of lonely hearts club, but frankly it was worth breaking off relationships to attend that kind of Valentine’s Day party instead.
February 9th, 2007 at 2:56 pm
I think Valentine’s Day is crap. I’d rather get a small present, or just an I love you, on any normal day.
That being said, as a former restaurant employee, I will say that Valentine’s Day is the worst day to work and the most hated shift by all servers. And since I also have a cold and black heart, I can say that the sight of all the couples nuzzling is enough to make me gag. Plus you just really want them to get up and leave so you can turn the table and make more money because also, tips on Valentines Day usually suck. Amateurs.
Take note all! Tip your server well!
February 9th, 2007 at 3:33 pm
i would almost give up my valentines night with Moo to spend the evening with that little cutie.
February 9th, 2007 at 3:54 pm
I was a resident assistant for two years in university. Both years I ended up having floors of freshmen women. When you live in a residence hall and the big day rolls around you become significantly aware that you are not with anyone. I remembered my first year and seeing the masses of flowers adorning the front desk and waiting to be picked up by those lucky girls. I moaned and groaned about my single state and spent the rest of the evening with my fellow singletons talking about how stupid Valentine’s Day was and how much we hated it.
So, when I became an RA I knew I didn’t want my girls to have this experience. Weeks in advance I began advertising my Girls’ Night Out. I reserved a big table at one of the best restaurants in town and the girls signed up in advance for this night.
They all got dressed up in their finest and we piled into cars and made our way to this amazing restaurant. Once we were there I gave each of them a rose and we enjoyed fine dining, great company, and realized that one didn’t need a date to enjoy the day.
After the dinner we made our way back to the residence hall and piled into our floor lounge. I would give each of them a stack of notecards and they would write a note to each person in the room stating something wonderful that they appreciated about that person. Then we watched some sappy chick flicks while eating chocolate, and many other delicious treats.
At the end of the night my second year, our floor president handed out a little baggie with stones it and an attached note reading, “Boys suck. Throw rocks at them.” It was just a funny relief and we always ended the night feeling good about ourselves, rather than the weepy “I don’t have a boyfriend” feelings.
I still look at activity as one of the best times I had with my residents. Who needs boys for Valentine’s Day?
February 9th, 2007 at 4:11 pm
He looks like the perfect date. Mostly because you get to call the shots and he can’t disagree.
Perfection.
February 9th, 2007 at 6:04 pm
I rarely comment, because I read you through my Bloglines account, and before I can come here to comment one of my three munchkins usually need me…
That being said, I like what you have to say in general. You are a great writer with great thoughts. The fact that you are a PK also interests me, as I am a Christian and by best friend is a PK, so I know a bit about that perspective :)
And as for Valentines Day? It’s a load of commercialized crap. My husband and I BOTH feel the same way. It reminds me of a Simpsons “Love Day” episode :)
Have a great night babysitting that BEAUTIFUL baby. :)
February 10th, 2007 at 10:15 pm
Wonderful post…I’m single this year and embracing it like I’ve never been able to before, and I’m so grateful I don’t have to fake it anymore. I buy flowers frequently for my office, so thanks for reminding me to get some for myself on Wednesday. : ) Think I’ll get myself some of the purple roses I always got the last boyfriend. : )
February 12th, 2007 at 5:21 pm
Babysitting an infant so her parents can go on a date seems like the best way to spend Valentine’s Day. I think I need to go round up an infant for myself…