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| My Colorful Heart 2013 |
So it’s almost Valentine’s Day.
Do you feel or have succumbed to the pressure of one of the most celebrated events every year? Well, I don’t. You see, one of the perks of being single is the fact that you don’t have to plan your world around the existence of another person you are romantically attached to, everyday—not just on V-Day.
Just a shout out to other fabulous singles: there are things that you can actually do this time of the year, other than cuddling and canoodling or haplessly jumping into a relationship just for the sake of having someone to spend it with. You can:
(a) stay at home and sleep the day away (saves you money!);
(b) organize 'I Hate Valentine’s Day' party with your single and brokenhearted friends and revel on how being in love sucks;
(c) watch a romantic movie, depress yourself a little, and gorge on the tastiest and 'junkiest' food available;
(d) go out and treat your amazing single self with some head to toe pampering;
(e) write the bucket list of all bucket lists (it’s about time!);
(f) buy yourself flowers and chocolates (read: love yourself!);
(g) list down the qualities of your ideal partner, then envision and practice the Law of Attraction (if you don’t want to spend the next Valentine’s Day alone again, that is); and
(h) a whole lot of possibilities!
You can be bitter or better—whichever you choose, it’s your call. After all, the truth is, it’s just another day and no one can judge you on how you decide to spend it.
(a) stay at home and sleep the day away (saves you money!);
(b) organize 'I Hate Valentine’s Day' party with your single and brokenhearted friends and revel on how being in love sucks;
(c) watch a romantic movie, depress yourself a little, and gorge on the tastiest and 'junkiest' food available;
(d) go out and treat your amazing single self with some head to toe pampering;
(e) write the bucket list of all bucket lists (it’s about time!);
(f) buy yourself flowers and chocolates (read: love yourself!);
(g) list down the qualities of your ideal partner, then envision and practice the Law of Attraction (if you don’t want to spend the next Valentine’s Day alone again, that is); and
(h) a whole lot of possibilities!
You can be bitter or better—whichever you choose, it’s your call. After all, the truth is, it’s just another day and no one can judge you on how you decide to spend it.
Of course, the invisible pressure and the cheesiness of the day will still be squeamishly felt, while ants feast on the sweetness of the syrupy occasion. But there’s more to spending the day as a lovesick couple. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE BEING IN LOVE—so much, I hope I feel it again very soon. It's just that I believe, one can also turn this day into an opportunity to appreciate OTHER people they love. You know, the ones who stay along the sidelines when your world is revolving around one person alone, yet stays with you to pick up the pieces of your shattered heart and help you rebuild your life again, long after the love of your life has moved on to another prey.
Spread the love to those who need it too, like family, friends, or even strangers, and make a difference on someone else’s Valentine’s Day. You’ll be surprised how much it will mean to both of you.
As for my plans, sure I’ll spread the cheer around by sending heart-shaped greetings, but I guess I’ll go the usual road of mediocrity with some dose of fun, and end up spending it meaningfully with the people that matter most to me—my family.
Trust me; it will be just as sweet and cheesy, with dozens of assorted heart-shaped Krispy Kreme donuts to devour coupled with big hugs and small kisses.
Happy Hearts' Day!
P.S. Took this photo of the sky last year and turned it into a colorful heart, somehow. Please feel free to share and link back. :)
