Happy Valentine’s Day!

Repost: The first year we were married, Greg arranged to have flowers delivered but they didn’t arrive until the next day. It was such a let down and I was so upset that I wrote the florist and told them that they ruined our first Valentine’s Day. Maybe that was a bit dramatic, but to me it was a big deal. (The owner later called me and apologized and gave us enough credit for a nice bouquet.)

After that experience, we decided that we wouldn’t place so much emphasis on Valentine’s Day. We will give each other cards most of the time(!), but usually we don’t do much and that’s okay.

Frankly, if I had to wait for a single day to be told that I am loved, I’d be a horrible person. I’m not knocking grandiose celebrations, and please don’t take it as such. I prefer those “just because” gifts to be more meaningful. Don’t mind me as I’m an old married lady.

As long as the person you’re with treats you lovingly all year, feel free to bask in the love you deserve on the day that’s set aside for it. For those who don’t have a special someone, please know that you are loved. Remember, an extravagant gift display on social media doesn’t always equate to the same amount of love given.

Happy Valentine’s Day, y’all.

#ksmithsays