Don’t judge me, but....

Okay guys. I’m going to admit it. I love Valentine’s Day.

I do. I love it. Look forward to it every year. It’s the high point between some other days I love, Thanksgiving, and my Birthday. In fact, I think those may be my 3 favorite Holidays. Thanksgiving, Valentine’s Day, and my birthday. (yes, my birthday is a holiday, there is no point in arguing with me about it. It’s in 4 months and 5 days, it will be epic. As always. In fact, I think my second annual 25^th birthday is going to be even more epic than my first annual 25^th birthday)

I don’t only love Valentine’s Day when I’m in a relationship either. In fact, I think I like it more single. Then there’s no pressure, no stress, I just get to enjoy all the love around me J

For me, Valentine’s Day is not just a romantic holiday. It’s about celebrating ALL of the loves in your life. I think it’s nice to take a day, and celebrate love. What’s not to like about that? I can’t understand all the Valentine’s Day haters. If you’re single, and unhappy about it, then you should be doing something about it! Get a hobby, ask your friends, date online. There’s plenty of ways to meet people. There are also so many other loves to celebrate! Your friends, your siblings, your parents, your grandparents, your pets! Everyone has someone that they love. Celebrate it! And if you’re in a relationship, then what is your problem!?! You love that person, so celebrate it! It doesn’t have to be expensive; it just needs to be genuine.

My valentine this year is of the four legged variety. This morning I spent 10 minutes cuddling in bed with him and giving him extra belly scratches. It did not cost me anything, and was actually a really nice way to start off the day, instead of rushing straight into the getting ready routine. Valentines of the human variety would probably also appreciate a little bit of extra attention, but maybe leave out the belly scratches. That might be weird. ;)

It probably doesn’t hurt my love of Valentine’s Day that I’m a sucker for themes/Holidays of all varieties, pink is my favorite color, and I’m an absolutely hopeless romantic.

So today, have a piece of chocolate, tell the people that you love how much they mean to you, and wear pink. And if anyone gives you a hard time, then throw chocolate at them and ask why they hate love.