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Buh Bye Valentines Day 2011
The American consumer spends an average of $122.98 on Valentines Day gifts. Given that I’ve spent zero, someone must be rolling for the big bucks. I did receive a sweet card from my brother and my gay best friend. And my dog was just licking my face. But still, I need a cocktail. Does this day have any emotional weight for you?
Image: Intoxicated Woman at a Window, 18th century
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It does. But, it’s also my birthday. Kind of like a saving grace – God’s way of saying: let me give you something ELSE to celebrate on this day in case you find yourself alone today. For me, the birthday wishes far outweigh any other significance the day may ever end up having for me. 🙂
I used to work for Godiva Chocolatier so I know where that $ figure comes from. I am so grateful that I was sitting in Microbiology class this morning and not at a mall discounting all of the heart shaped leftovers.
I tried to stay as sane as possible, I’m glad it is over!
I’ve hated Valentines Day for years. This year I tried to adjust my thinking and get back to what Valentines Day was like when we were kids. Back then, everyone got a valentine – friends, neighbors, family. So this year I baked some red velvet cupcakes, passed them out and just squashed down all my angst with copius amounts of Champagne and lobster that was on sale at the local gourmet market. I think it worked…
Sounds delicious and generous. Thanks for sharing.
I find V-day amusing, for the most part. It’s probably because every year, I make relationship predictions based on the size and type of bouquets and other foofery that gets delivered to my office. The scary part is that I am right quite a lot of the time.
I like February 15, which is Carpe Chocolate Day. The only ‘weight’ I worry about is what I might put on if I don’t work off the truffles I enjoy.