Happy what?

[scaeagles]

Well, when your wife can't keep her hands off you, you don't need bribes, Rstar.

[Alex]

Once again I am fortunate that Lani and I could hardly care less. We're all in favor of romantic dinners out and evenings spent together. Just not because a saints day for an 1800-years dead monk (and we don't even know for sure which one) was given increased popularity by a 600-years dead novelist.

But to those who will be in some day recognizing the day I hope it is great. For those who will be disappointed by the effort of another coming up short of your desires, I hope you kick the bum to the street and burn their clothes in a display of frustrated amour.

[cirquelover]

Originally Posted by Alex

But to those who will be in some day recognizing the day I hope it is great. For those who will be disappointed by the effort of another coming up short of your desires, I hope you kick the bum to the street and burn their clothes in a display of frustrated amour.

Alex, you never fail to crack me up! I'll be sure to tell Gary why he has no clothes left at home, ;-) ! Actually he's on the road so he's safe. I always tell him not to bother with the triple priced flowers and such. Just surprise me sometime during the year with flowers and I'll be much happier and it's way cheaper!

The boy and I are making heart shaped cakes to give away to our friends. He really wants to get the heart shaped pizza for dinner that they advertise on tv, with the stupid beat up cupid!! I may just give in after the cake baking and decorating. Boys have a complete different idea of decorating than girls though, but they do a great job of decorating the walls and floor with sugar and little deco things!

[Kevy Baby]

Happy VD all!

[alphabassettgrrl]

My brother throws an "anti-Valentine" party every year. I'm not much for commercial holidays, so my hubby gets by pretty easy. We'll do some cuddling tonight, and of course I'm cooking dinner.

I do like my chocolate, though. Good dark chocolate with no chunky bits in it. Infused chocolate can be good but no pieces of stuff.

[innerSpaceman]

Ya know, I understand the Singles Blues on Valentine's Day. I've been there.


But there's no need to make yourself look even more pathetic by raining on the parade of those who want to celebrate a sweet holiday.


What's the difference between Valentines' Day and any other holiday?
Can only the Irish celebrate St. Patrick's Day? Is Christmas merely a consumerist excuse for money-making?



The byproduct of singles' awareness is, yes, very unfortunate. But the holiday itself is no more crass or manipulative than any other. Yes, the corporate world will try to make money off ALL of them. That doesn't negate the value of celebrating ... or not ... as you choose.


But don't knock those that do.


It's very poor form ... and it smacks of unattractive jealousy. Or worse, boring ennui.

[MouseWife]

I have to agree with iSm.

I am one that feels that love means never having to give me a gift to prove it. I do enjoy whatever we do and try to acknowledge the day as another holiday, like St. Patricks' Day, etc..

But, I will not rain on anyones parade. I've biten my tongue numerous times to keep from spewing sarcastic comments. Been around the block, seen a lot, but, I would feel like a chump if I took the sails out of someones happy day.

And, just to add, I am having a cozy day. Hubby left me a card full of wonderful sentiment. We are both working today but will eat out tonight. This is our 26th V'day. Honestly, I would not appreciate if he went out with the guys tonight. Nor would I go out with the gals. A little conoodling on the couch, perhaps watching some old family movies, touching back on what is important.

[Nephythys]

Oh whatever- I bagged on the commercialisim of Christmas already.

See- I don't think it's "sweet" I think it is contrived. Contrived to make men feel obliged and guilty so they pay out the nose to show love to a mate they should be showing affection to every day.

I do think Valentines Day is different than other holidays- more trumped up for no reason other than rampant consumerisim. Much like Christmas-

Those that celebrate it - more power to them. I choose to celebrate it with casual indifference and a small exchange of gifts to those around me in "honor" of the sentiment of the occasion.


...and if I get "some" all the better

[wendybeth]

It's contrived, but what other holiday isn't? Personally, I don't care for Valentine's day but I don't hate it either. It just is.

I like what they did in Tori's homeschool class: The kids made their own valentine, then passed it around the class and had other kids sign it- like a yearbook. She got some lovely comments that I know made her very happy.

[Nephythys]

Originally Posted by wendybeth

It's contrived, but what other holiday isn't? Personally, I don't care for Valentine's day but I don't hate it either. It just is.

I like what they did in Tori's homeschool class: The kids made their own valentine, then passed it around the class and had other kids sign it- like a yearbook. She got some lovely comments that I know made her very happy.

That is a REALLY good idea. I may suggest that to my daughters teacher next year!