Be My Valentine

I love Valentine's Day

It may come as no surprise but I really do. I love the chocolates, the flowers, the stuffed animals and even the cheesy hallmark cards. And I know all the little notions about how its just a corporate gimmick to capitalize on obligating people to show their feelings and making singles feel inadequate. I mean i get it and feel it at times. But truthfully I like that there is a day dedicated to love cause though we say things like, " Show the ones you love you love them everyday" how often do we really do it, honestly? I agree with the thought of not doing something cause you feel obligated to do it- but I like doing something cause you want to do it.

But sometimes the love of this holiday is bittersweet for me, why? Cause I have honestly never had a "valentine" Over two decades and not a one. Sure there have been people that I wished could be, but its never worked out that way. I'd be lying if I said it didn't make me sad sometimes, but its just what I have been dealt thus far. However, in place of romantic love, I have the love of my family, friends and my Lord. So I try to not focus on what I don't have and then on what I do.

I wish everyone out there a Happy Valentine's Day. For those who are lucky enough to share it with someone- hold them close to your heart and allow them to know how much they truly mean to you. For those alone- remember you aren't alone, and have just as much to be thankful if you look deep enough, and maybe one day you will experience a love better than what you will ever find in books, movies or magazines.

So keep a look out and know that more times than not, there is more than one person out there who loves you but just haven't had a chance to express it yet.