Love is in the air, more than ever, again. Only a baby wouldn’t notice the rousing atmosphere. Flowers abound, chocolate and candies distributed around and valentine cards are harder to be found. Everywhere you look there are eye catching promotional banners, posters and commercials to lure couples in love.
Well, animals wouldn’t know about this day too. They may notice the festivity in the air but will never understand the meaning. Then again, why should they. They have it wild and raw; anytime anywhere, most of the times in the mating season, and sometimes for no apparent reason.
Many things have been said and they are repeated every year as this day approaches. And I’m not only talking about ‘I love you’, ‘My love’, ‘Happy Valentine’s Day’ and such. True, love sparks and the flame burns bright as ever but relationships also break and poor souls are left loveless before, on or after this day. Think of all the possibilities that can happen because of this day. And for some, this is just another dreaded lonely day, when every single friend is out on a romantic date. A day when curfew begins around 6 to 9; when no one should be seen alone or suffer the embarrassment and pity, though I’m sure no one really cares.
What is a lonely person to do on this day? Plenty! One should start by realizing that the key word is LOVE. Nobody to love, one asks? How about oneself? That’s right. Treat yourself with a nice home cooked dinner, simple or elaborate, make sure it’s great. Order delivery, whatever your heart fancy. After that pamper yourself with all the things you love to do and can do alone. Watch feel good movies and sitcom reruns. Read, anything but steer away from romance. Oh, the possibility is endless. And before you know it, it’s time for bed.
“Who says I’m lonely? Why, I’m with myself, that’s a load of fun and love”
“I’m spending a nice quality time with my family member(s). They’re everything to me, especially today.”
“I’ll be healing at home”
etc...etc...
There are many reasons to make this day special.
I know how some people say that love celebrated on a single day makes no sense and should be expressed every single day, but we need to break away from the routine at least one a year. And what about those who often take things for granted. Today is a good reminder. Not to get drowned in the over commercialization and overspending, but to cherish, love and appreciate the persons we have around us, who steers and impacts our lives profoundly.
I know how some relate Valentine’s Day with Christianity and those of other beliefs warns of faith derailment which consequently leads to losing one’s religion, but there are 360 degrees of angles to view and an endless context. Choose one that fits your mould best. And if that won’t do, I respect that and will not contest. Happy Valentine’s day to the rest.
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