I married a not so very romantic man. My husband does not buy flowers or even simple thoughtful gifts for special occasions–Valentine’s Day included. While no woman would refuse a bouquet of flowers, I think we sometimes have to be practical as well. Flowers, candy and chocolate becomes overpriced when February 14 comes along. Besides, I would be happy to receive a huge Toblerone over a bunch of roses, mind you.
Honestly, Valentine’s Day for me is overrated. It forces couples to shell out money for something that is not even a real holiday. It has become a money-making venture, in reality. You cannot just get flowers and chocolate alone. Sometimes, an additional present such as a stuffed toy or plushie, cake and balloons is needed, too. Those who are single feel left out and those with more than one partner are even more pressured. Haha!
I never pressure the hubby for anything, even on more meaningful days. As long as we spend the day together and enjoy ourselves, we’re good. In fact, our Valentine’s Day plan is to join friends for a party with a live band, open bar and buffet dinner. This is fine by me so we won’t have to spend at all and yet still celebrate. I mean, it really is just another day. I’d be happier to sleep in and not have a ringing alarm clock over a bunch of overpriced, almost wilting flower bouquet any day. But that’s just me!
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