The month of February, specifically the 14th, has everyone hung up on relationship statuses. Greeting card companies have been shoving all things pink and heart-shaped down our throats for weeks. People on both ends of the spectrum have taken to the internet to express their opinions on Valentine's Day: many are up in arms about PDA, while others are defending the romantic holiday. It’s easy to get caught up in either side, the gushers vs. the haters, but why does it even matter?
Valentine's Day is the perfect time to show the people you care about what they mean to you. Last I checked, most of us have way more than one “Valentine” that we should be showing some love to. For starters, your parents who have supported/put up with you over the years definitely deserve a shout out. And what about your best friends that cry over Nicholas Sparks movies with you and never let you eat Ben & Jerry’s alone? For those of you with siblings, tell them thanks for keeping you company on family vacations and that you couldn’t handle Mom and Dad without them. Reach out to a friend you just met or reconnect with an old one. Heck, even give your dog some extra belly rubs.
The point is, this Valentine's Day. Don’t curse every couple that walks by you and don’t get so caught up in your plans with your S.O. that you neglect everyone else that you care about. Whether you have a specific “Valentine” or not, there are plenty of other people that you can shower with affection. Show your friends and family that they mean a lot to you and regardless of your relationship status; you just might enjoy the day more.
