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Valentine's Declassified

5 Easy Ways to Show Love on a College Budget

James Cody Allen Slone
Feb 07, 2016
University of Pikeville
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Valentine's Declassified
Mint Life.com

So let's face it, it's that time of year again, Valentine's season. We still have no idea what to get our significant others for Valentine's Day. As college students, most of us are ballin' on a budget. Most of us overthink too much when it comes to gift/date ideas. Hopefully these five ideas will give you some motivation on how to allow your poor college self to still have an eventful, yet memorable Valentine's Day.

1. Celebrate Valentine's Day The Day After

Everything is half off! If you want to splurge on some Valentine's Day essentials like candy, flowers and stuffed animals; wait till the day or weekend after to celebrate and go all out!

2. Buy Just One Flower

What's the point of buying twelve of the same thing? They're all going to die anyway, plus your girl will still appreciate the thought of buying a flower regardless of how many there are!

3. Make Your Own Gifts

Everything you needed to know you learned in kindergarten. You've had plenty of practice at making your own craft or card. It's the thought that counts, so save money by cutting into the construction paper!

4. Make Time

College life is so fast paced, and it is pretty easy to get caught up in everything and not genuinely spend time with your significant other. Relive your first date, cuddle, be thoughtful, and enjoy each others presence this Valentine's. Make it simply about them, and nothing else!

5. Say, "I Love You."

It sounds silly to have to name this one, but honestly it's the most important. We take for granted what we have and through around the words I love you mindlessly. Put some effort into it and tell them you love them. Don't assume they know. It will have meaning!

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