Valentine's Day

I think Valentine's Day is the most stressful holiday for new and young couples. You don't know what she expects. You don't know what he's thinking. I think it's a setup for huge let downs.  The holiday is so commercialized. There is so much emotion revolving this day.  And what if you are single, how do the commercials and advertisements affect you?

Should you get her jewelry? How much should you spend? How much does she think you're spending? Diamonds- that's a really big commitment, emotionally and financially.  Gold or silver? I think it depends on where you are in your relationship.

Send her a dozen of red roses? Maybe you aren't to the red rose stage, but somehow pink or yellow roses don't seem like the right message. 

Chocolates- As a self pronounced chocoholic, any type of chocolate is good for me. It's good that Sarris Candies had produced and shipped their V-Day candies before their fire.

Lingerie - Who is it really for? Him or her! 

Dinner- Should  it be that perfectly romantic meal? Candlelight, just the two of you, some romantic setting. Personally, I think you should make an effort for something special that he and she would both enjoy. Stay home or go out but one thing, McDonald's doesn't make the cut for this date.

How do we spend Valentine's Day? We generally have a nice dinner out. But if there is something else going on that day, we don't stress because we didn't get to celebrate.  Because after 28 Valentine's Days together, we both know we still love one another.

So hugs and kisses to my three guys. And Happy Valentine's Day!

     Until next time, when I continue the rantings and ravings of a mom of an

American Dream Family.....