February is the month of sickly sweet lovey-dovey gestures. Chocolate, handwritten cards, and even better, that flight to Bali your boyfriend may or may not have booked for you. Ladies, Valentines' Day is coming up; gentlemen, get your girl a rose because the time to act is approaching quickly! Here are ten reasons why Valentines Day is my favorite holiday:
1. There’s always candy!
This is a given- there’s always sweets and delicious sorts of food to eat- whether it be caramel or the giant packs of assorted candies. It almost seems never-ending...
2. Spending time with your S.O.
February brings out the romantics in all of us; boyfriends, girlfriends, and everybody in a relationship for that matter always seem adorable, whether it be the photos or the gift giving. A friend of mine had said she was craving Mac & Cheese, and her boyfriend brought her a bouquet of roses and a box of Kraft. Furthermore, all the cute celebrity couples are posting pictures or cute dedications on social media, so be on the lookout for the sweetness!
3. It gives you the perfect excuse to watch a Romantic Comedy
Rom coms' are great, but when it comes time for movie night with my squad, they usually tend to opt for a film with less of a cheesy theme to it; Valentines' Day gives me the opportunity to bust out the movies specifically for hopeless romantics, such as myself!
4. Putting a Big Red Bow on your dog
If you have a dog, cat, or a lovable pet you can dress up, it's always great to dress them up, and make sure they look as festive as you feel!
5. Giving bunches of cards to everyone
Handmade, or store-bought, it is the thought that counts. Giving Valentines' Day cards is almost just as good as getting them! My favorite card I ever got was a super cheesy one with quotes all over it. Even the dry, funny ones are great, too; make sure you give at least one card to someone you care about!
6. Two Words. Ben and Jerry's
I know I already put candy on the list, but ice cream is technically a completely separate food group! If you happen to be single, its always okay to buy a pint of a Ben and Jerry's (pair with #3) and indulge while curling up on the couch. I'll confess: I've been here once or twice. Yeah. You'll surely get a laugh imagining me with my Chocolate Therapy ice cream, watching Crazy Stupid Love!
7. Ogling all the hot movie stars
OK, this may or may not be accurate for you, but seriously, um, Zac Efron: double swoon!
Valentines Day overall makes for a perfect opportunity to have a wonderful day; the fact that it is a whole day dedicated to showing you care about someone! It is for heart-wrenching, and grand gestures that may even come from family, and friends. If you don't don't have an S.O., give a card to your bestie, and your mom, just because they're great and you care! I cannot wait for February 14, and hopefully, after reading this you'll be inspired to be excited as well!
