Today we take the time to honor those loved ones in our lives. For their love, their sacrifice on our behalf, and to let them know without a doubt how much they mean to us. Apparently that means flowers, candy, and jewelry.
I have long held the belief that Valentine's Day is a Girl Holiday. What I mean by that is nothing more than this: I've never expected a present, or flowers, or candy on this day from my significant other. I grant you the following facts: First, that before I was married to Rachel, I never had a girlfriend on this holiday, so thus - I never got anything. Second, I have low expectations on for gifts on any day - besides my birthday and Christmas. Third - I always hated Valentine's Day growing up, because the kids at school always butchered the spelling of my name and I never got the "Love" valentines from the girls. So, in my own little world, Valentine's Day meant very little to me, until I was married. Even now, I'm happy with a silly card, or a picture from the kids. Low expectations is the key to happiness.
So, to all my friends, family and others who read this blog - Happy Valentine's Day from the bottom of my cynical heart. I love you all, some more than others.
p.s. If you really want to make me happy, four little words: Reese's Peanut Butter Hearts. You can even wait until the middle of next week when they are 75% off at your local drug store/grocery store.
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