Every year on February 14th, you can’t help but think of love; even if it’s just for a moment. The funny thing is, as the years go by, our feelings on Valentine’s Day change and evolve. From classroom parties to engagement proposals to a romantic dinner with your special someone of 50 years, Valentine’s Day has many different meanings at different stages of our lives.
When you’re a kid, Valentine’s Day is typically as light-hearted as any other occasion. You get to pass out adorable little sentiments featuring your favorite cartoon characters and of course, you have a whole classroom full of valentines. It’s also another excuse to eat sugary, heart-shaped treats. So all in all, when you’re a kid, Valentine’s Day is a pretty “sweet” deal.
As the years pass on, all of those valentines you had collected tend to become a fond childhood memory and all of your focus falls to one. When you’re young and in love, Valentine’s Day can be one of the most important days of the year. It seems that a lot of pressure goes into picking the perfect gift and planning the perfect evening. Sometimes, things can go wrong, but I believe if you’re with the one you truly love, you should never be disappointed on Valentine’s Day.
Once you’ve been with your significant other for a while, I like to think the pressure is reduced a bit. Of course it should be a special day filled with love, but shouldn’t EVERY day be when you’re with that special someone? At this point in most people’s lives, they have learned to appreciate their partner and everything they do. Don’t get me wrong, jewelry and flowers are certainly a welcomed gesture, but in the scheme of things, that is just the icing on top of the cake.
Finally, even if Valentine’s Day is your least favorite day of the year, I think this story will certainly warm your heart! Have a wonderful Valentine’s Day everyone!
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