It's that time of the year, and love is in the air. Wait, the IDEA of love is in the air. What is love (baby don't hurt me), anyway? Does buying chocolate for your one and only on a day that you are "supposed to show love" really mean anything?
As a journalist, I am very critical of everything I see. And I see Valentine's Day as way more than just a holiday of love. Look, I am all for showing affection to your partner, but why only once every 365 days a year? What about the other 364 days?
Valentine's Day is a total scam. It's a way for ungrateful people in a relationship, that could be totally perfect, to say that they are "just missing something". Like a $5 thousand dollar ring. Or 20 roses. Or a $50 box of chocolate. Or a stuffed teddy bear that's bigger than Kanye's arrogance. It's a way for restaurants across the nation to raise their prices for one night so that they can give you a special "romantic getaway meal for two" that you definitely couldn't get at ANY other restaurant across the nation doing the same exact thing.
You're probably wondering what I'll be doing on Valentine's Day. And the answer is: working an eight-hour shift. I could care less that it's Valentine's Day, and I'm not just saying that as a bitter single man (even though it could be partially true). I'm saying that because I think when you love someone, it shouldn't be celebrated once a year, it should be celebrated every single day. And if you are going on consistent fun dates throughout the year as all couples should, then there is no reason why Valentine's Day should be anything more than just another day for the two of you to say "I love you" to one another. Which I think says way more than an expensive ring.
So what do I suggest? If you're single, completely ignore this ridiculous "holiday". If you're a couple, completely ignore this ridiculous "holiday". Go on a date the night before or after and save yourself $30. Surprise each other with presents spontaneously throughout the year, that may not be the most expensive, but are way more thoughtful and creative. Isn't that more romantic than whatever you were planning for Feb. 14th?
Spread the love, everyone. Just not the forced, meaningless kind.
