Have you ever celebrated Valentine's Day?

Question

I will be entering alone this year as well. I have never celebrated before. I guess I have no chance.

Rosexøxø · Accepted Answer

I’ve celebrated in high school when I didn’t have any date. I made it the ultimate spa day. A day I did whatever I wanted impulsively, and unapologetically. I did self care and self love. It was nice 😊. Before that I never really celebrated it. In primary school the teacher handed out gifts (candies and toys) and it had all our names on it from some to others, but it was all from the teacher lol. In middle school years my family kind of celebrated it, but our parents just bought us some candies and they did candies and cards to each other. A few times they went on a date just for themselves.

After all that stuff had dwindled down, I just decided to take matters in my own hands and celebrate it myself. Face mask, foot mask, hair mask, foot massage and foot care routine. Painted nails. Heart shaped foods and snacks. Movie with pillows, teddies, blankets. I sent a few pics 😉 but nothing degrading or much at my own expense. 🙅‍♀️

And I did like a movie marathon that day and cat napped lol.

It was just snacks and a whole lot of self pampering. I think I even did my make up to watch the movies 😂 It was all well worth it and I was happy with it. There was one moment of sadness and I took the time to realize or at least imagine what others could’ve been doing on the day, and then after I was done I made sure to put on nice happy films to brighten the mood 😂.

Romances. Comedies. Romantic comedies! Action movies. Action comedies! lol I honestly wouldn’t mind doing all of that again. It was a tasty, cozy, relaxing, and glamorous time.

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

I've done it all! I've done dinner dates and nights in, hosted elaborate Galentine's Day Parties for just the girls, I've done friends Valentines dinners, I've chaperoned the kids parties and dances when I was a counselor,  and even had one random Valentine's Day spent photographing the city with a stranger I met who also happened to be photographing the city that day. People get super sensitive about this day sometimes or think its a waste, but the way I see it...life is a serial set of events where we wake up, go to work/school, come home, and anything that breaks that up, even for a day, and gives you something to look forward to even as commercial as it clearly is, is just something nice. Why not celebrate love?

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

As a man who has been married for almost four years, and in a relationship with her for the three years before that, I am required to celebrate it. It's compulsory for a man to make a big deal about it and buy his woman a nice gift and let her know how much I appreciate her.

I really don't mind doing it, but I'm bothered by the guilt factor directed at men (and not at women). My wife is always appreciative, but she has never given me anything even remotely similar in cost or thoughtfulness compared to what I always give her, (and what she expects).

Summeroflove · Accepted Answer

Sure you have a chance but relationships take time as well as finding the right person. Sone people get too desperate and get into a relationship they aren’t happy in. Don’t do that.

But do put yourself out there. Celebrating alone is better then not at all though.

Love Doctor Brad · Accepted Answer

As a relationship coach, I aim to sprinkle a little love magic into your life! Holding onto the possibility of finding that special someone is where Valentine's Day sparkles the most. 💖 Sometimes being solo could mean dodging some potential red flags, right? Use this time to shower yourself with love. Falling in love with yourself might just pave the path for someone amazing to fall head over heels for you. You've got this! 😉

DishLady · Answer

Tbh, unless it falls on a weekend It's usually eclipsed by work and other things. Imho, if you're in love every day... every moment is a Valentine's day.

OlderAndWiser · Answer

Celebrating love on February 14 does not mean that we should not celebrate love the rest of the year. It sounds like you are crying spour grapes, and if that reflects your general disposition, perhaps that is why you never had a partner on Valentine's Day.

No one is going to honor you for trying to rain on everyone else's parade.

Lliam · Answer

I've taken girlfriends out to romantic dinners or done special things with them on Valentine's Day. I've done the same thing with my wife.

It's just an excuse to be romantic and acknowledge your feelings.

IslaTheWitch · Answer

it isn't any special day in my culture, so... no... we don't celebrate it :D

Simslover92 · Answer

Not on the actual day but my ex and I celebrated together going for dinner and a movie a weekend before Valentine's Day last year.

NathanDavis · Answer

although... I had four girlfriends before, no... we never celebrated Valentines none of them liked it, neither do I

coolbreeze · Answer

Yes I have with ex's, friends, family, co-workers etc

DryGermanGuy · Answer

This day is just another invention of the American business world to coerce people into spending money for flowers and pralines.

conanbdetective · Answer

Yeah. It's nice and feels festive but observing Valentine's can be demanding. Have to plan out things to do, where to go, all that 'fun' stuff. But because it's an event, the expenses balloon exponentially since the places puts an upcharge on everything. Luxury goods, restaurants, events, etc etc.

gemb00 · Answer

I don’t “celebrate” it. It’s the most pointless day ever and should be abolished. It’s just a social excuse for couples to buy sh? t when they can buy that sh? t any other day of the year.

KostasKouvalis · Answer

Kind of hard to celebrate that, when you've been single your whole life. I think it's stupid anyways. You should be showing your partner love and appreciation EVERY day. Why make a special day for it. I'm surprised they even do it in Turkey

DrPepper12 · Answer

You will!!! Don't rush it!! You have PLENTY OF TIME for that. 20s are to find your bridesmaids, not your spouse!

dustybiker2 · Answer

It was my golden retriever's birthday for 16 years. It will always be his day to me. My family just share love remembering how wonderful he was and how lucky we were to have him.

HungTexan · Answer

I celebrate every year. If you don’t have a current relationship, just celebrate with your best friend.

KittygosMeoWW · Answer

Every year since I was 15, my dog was born Valentine’s Day so I do a little photoshoot for him, take him for a hike/to the lake, and make him a fancy dinner.

jamesgoldman · Answer

Yes Oh you mean properly with a partner then no  Rather than alone with a drink and a cigar

GAGsucksballs89170 · Answer

Christian holiday anyway. Hallmark, too. Just meant to make people feel upset about being single. And a way for stores to make more money off of pain

Phoenix98 · Answer

When I was younger and in relationships sure.

andreasderjuengere · Answer

Not really celebrated, but rather surrendered to social expectations... sometimes.

SolitarySolace · Answer

No, I don’t understand why it’s even a holiday apart from buying junk no one needs

Fromdusktilldawn · Answer

nah but the days after we have Carneval, which is a much bigger thing here

Sweety_Torneeya · Answer

Never...  Never got a man with whom I celebrated valentine.

larry69 · Answer

Me as well never been in a relationship on Valentines Day

dragoblack · Answer

Nope, just a day that reminds me that I'm unloved romantically.

Eros91 · Answer

No, it’s halmart card it’s the only day you do something just for that?

Yellovv · Answer

If one person love somebody for one day doesn't need any relationship for both..

KrakenAttackin · Answer

Why? You would not have a problem getting a man who adores you. This tells me you are chasing Chads.

ehatsham_hussain · Answer

Yes one or two times. In our 12 years marriage time.

WhitneySnow · Answer

Yes! A bunch of times

Tstrbrainer · Answer

Wait, does that mean you never had a boyfriend before?

Alwayreckles93 · Answer

We don't celebrate holidays

Joshydavid25 · Answer

Only once with my ex... Kinda..

ariadneR · Answer

No. I wish I could though.

Desi_Butcher · Answer

Valentine's Day is basically 'Decorated Sex.'

Manuelwe · Answer

Sent loads but few returns

Crazzyyworld · Answer

I never had stable sex partner

Twalli · Answer

Only since I got a girlfriend

Grond21 · Answer

Your time will come

Cheerfull009 · Answer

No , but celebrate Birthdays

itsannalee · Answer

Never

msc545 · Answer

Never.

CubaPirate · Answer

Occasionally

MannMitAntworten · Answer

Yes. While involved.

shortster · Answer

As of yet, nope.

Anonymous · Answer

No..

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