#problems: #valentinesdayproblems

Since Valentine's Day was this past week, it's only appropriate to write about it. I mean, who doesn't love Valentine's Day?

Well...that's exactly the problem. Too many people hate Valentine's Day. They always find excuses like "I'm single, so it doesn't matter to me" or "I hate how happy everyone is on Valentine's Day". Well, whether you're single, in a relationship, engaged, married, or whatever else you might be, Valentine's Day is an excuse to be happy, romantic, cute, and eat tons of candy randomly.

Personally, I love Valentine's Day. The little candy hearts are adorable, I love chocolate, and I love giving and receiving those cute little valentines with Disney princesses, Superman, or Finding Nemo on them.

This Valentine's Day, my seven-year-old neighbor came to my house and gave me a valentine. It was the cutest thing ever. By far. He was so excited to give me his Cars valentine, and he happily said "Happy Valentine's Day" in the cutest voice ever. So, since he gave me a valentine, it only made sense for me to give him one, too.

When I gave him his valentine, I forgot how much I missed making those red and pink mailboxes in third grade and putting valentines and candy in everyone else's mailboxes. So, it was a throwback Valentine's Day valentine exchange this year....but this time I didn't have one of those nifty mailboxes...and I only got one valentine...

Well I suppose I should actually get to the point after that random story. Basically, if Valentine's Day makes you upset or you don't like it for some reason, I strongly suggest that you consider the following points about the holiday. I mean, what's not to like...?

1. Valentine's Day is an excuse to eat chocolate and heart-shaped lollipops all day.

2. You have to admit, Merplegrams are hilarious. Unless you're the one getting one...then it's just awkward...

3. If you like/love someone, it's the perfect day to tell them! If you randomly go up to someone on an ordinary day and say, "Hey, I like you, let's date," well, that would be random and slightly uncalled for. However, if you say the same thing on Valentine's Day, it seems normal since everyone else is acting romantic! It's the perfect opportunity, so take advantage of it! But seriously.

4. Receiving valentines makes anyone happy. Don't deny it.

5. Well, I can't think of a fifth reason...other than the fact that Valentine's Day should make everyone happy...even if you just broke up with your boyfriend or something. Because even if that happens, Valentine's Day is the perfect day to be single and ready to mingle (see #3).

In conclusion, I am trying to convince you to embrace Valentine's Day, instead of pretending to hate it (yes, I know you're pretending...). There are more pros than cons on Valentine's Day, and let's face it, people who hate Valentine's Day are ruining it for the rest of us. So, don't cause problems for the rest of us and learn to love Valentine's Day!