Valentine’s Day:

#45 of #366 this Year: Mathematical Evidence of it being Just Another Day

Roses. Chocolates. Cards. Hearts. A waste of money. All things I think of when the term “Valentine’s Day” comes to mind. This holiday was a way to draw couples together with the power of their love and has transformed into a day of money and gifts. That is the problem with this specific holiday. People in love should express their love not only on Valentine’s Day, but everyday spent with the person they love the most. Although it is a good excuse to spoil your significant other, you should do it all the time. Not with roses or chocolates, but with the love and compassion you have for them.  

Although many single people think that not being in a relationship on Valentine’s is rough, in my opinion, Valentine’s Day is worse for people in relationships because they cannot ignore the day, or make an excuse to get out of being romantic for one day. Whereas single people simply complain about how they are alone and ignore the holiday. Couples are forced to make reservations at overpriced restaurants, buy heart-shaped boxes filled with chocolates, and try even harder to be romantic. Romance and love should not be forced upon people for a day, once a year. It should not be forced on us at all. Most couples usually end up fighting over something stupid on this day, resulting in them not talking to each other for the rest of what was supposed to be “their perfect night.”

People are eager about spending money they do not have on things they do not need, with high hopes of getting something in return. Gift exchange has turned into a competition on which person either: spent more money, had a more admirable gift, or which one had more thought put into it. One person is left feeling bad while the other may be left feeling disappointed. This mindset of competition again defeats the true meaning of love. However, it clearly shows what Valentine’s Day has come to.

So, in terms of Valentine’s Day, I do not see the holiday disappearing as a whole, but a definite change in expectations should occur. This Hallmark holiday is blown out of proportion and should be taken down and put back into perspective. Love is love, no matter the day. I see this holiday as more of a reminder to appreciate the love people share, or to promote love, or to instill hope into the ones who do not have a Valentine. February 14th, a day where you should show your love to your significant other, but not anymore than you did on February 13th.