valentines day Options

[Oasis]

If I go to a nice restaurant (Truluck's or something similar) on valentines, how early do I need to make a reservation?

[Spectatrix]

You're probably too late already. Best bet is to try calling them and see if they still have reservations available.

[Hartmann]

If I go to a nice restaurant (Truluck's or something similar) on valentines, how early do I need to make a reservation?

If you're going to Truluck's and didn't make a reservation this morning, I doubt you'll get a table.

[impala454]

just pass off some of that mass o winnings man you'll get a table














sorry... had to

[FORSAKENR320]

just pass off some of that mass o winnings man you'll get a table
sorry... had to

he spent all that on the hourly fee of his date.....

[pebkac]

The best part of being gay is not having to worry about stupid holidays like Valentines day.

[Hartmann]

The best part of being gay is not having to worry about stupid holidays like Valentines day.

I don't really worry about Valentine's Day either, my girlfriend thinks it's stupid and she's adamant about not buying her anything.

We'll probably go to Alamo Drafthouse, have a beer and watch a movie.

[Mommy]

I just want to see my boyfriend on Valentines. At first, I didn't think I was going to because he is out in the field, but he gets back in time for us to see each other that night. Then, we drive to El Paso together the next day. That's going to be a long drive.

[theIncredibleEdi...]

The best part of being gay is not having to worry about stupid holidays like Valentines day.

I wish that were true...

I think how much fuss you experience over VD/SAD depends on the person or couple.

Personally, I would rather spend it with a group of friends.

[Spectatrix]

I don't make a big deal out of Valentine's day. He got me some cordial cherries and I'm making him a nice dinner tomorrow (we usually meet up on Wednesdays, not Thursdays), but that's about it. His birthday is at the beginning of the month, so it seems dumb to make a big production/go out to nice dinner/etc. then and again two weeks later.

This post has been edited by Spectatrix: Feb 12 2008, 10:31 AM

[theIncredibleEdi...]

Great thing about Valentines is all the varieties of chocolate....which I buy for myself and eat. LOL

[Mommy]

I think Im just gonna get my bf something small and cute that is Valentinesey (I made it a word) and then a band t-shirt cuz he has been wanting a few.

[blaarg]

valentines is so stupid.
I am convinced that it's a Hallmark conspiracy just to sell more cards...

[Testm0nkey]

i dont know any women that make a fuss about valentines day. but what would that be? demanding a $500 present? is asking to see your significant other too much to ask? my boyfriend is flying to lubbock for a long weekend but its mostly because we like to be around each other and its been a month since we've gotten to do so. candy will be exchanged because its CANDY and we are going out to dinner.

i think people that are so opposed to valentines are because their love advances have been spurned hardcore in the past or they cant tap into their cute side and share that emotion with someone else! because sometimes if you do make a big deal out of valentines day its waaaaay worth it for both people ::wink::

[blaarg]

i dont know any women that make a fuss about valentines day. but what would that be? demanding a $500 present? is asking to see your significant other too much to ask? my boyfriend is flying to lubbock for a long weekend but its mostly because we like to be around each other and its been a month since we've gotten to do so. candy will be exchanged because its CANDY and we are going out to dinner.

i think people that are so opposed to valentines are because their love advances have been spurned hardcore in the past or they cant tap into their cute side and share that emotion with someone else! because sometimes if you do make a big deal out of valentines day its waaaaay worth it for both people ::wink::

It's not that I don't like it because a woman has made a fuss or I have been spurned. I just think it is pretty stupid to have a holiday so that you can "reinforce your love" by buying cheesy heart shit and going out to
dinner... oh yeah and buying a Hallmark card...

each person should be making each other happy/special most days out of the year and then to have a mandated set day that pretty much says "we have to do XXXX today so we can be all love-dovey" is pretty stupid.

[Testm0nkey]

i think its cute. making things uber romantic and special is never a bad thing. if you are with someone that treats you like a sibling except on valentines day than yeah maybe theres a problem. with you because you are still dating them!

i used to be HARDCORE against things like this. i was the most masculine man id make all you men cry like little pansies. and i actually did do that with men as i stomped on their souls and ate them. then i got into a relationship thats practically perfect with a guy that is. and now im like a little cute puppy. so i think its about finding that person that makes you want to go the extra mile

edit: but i have a question. for people who dont think it ought to be made a deal over, would you then be fine with your SO just disappearing for that night or going out with some friends without addressing it to you first?

[Mommy]

i dont know any women that make a fuss about valentines day. but what would that be? demanding a $500 present? is asking to see your significant other too much to ask? my boyfriend is flying to lubbock for a long weekend but its mostly because we like to be around each other and its been a month since we've gotten to do so. candy will be exchanged because its CANDY and we are going out to dinner.

i think people that are so opposed to valentines are because their love advances have been spurned hardcore in the past or they cant tap into their cute side and share that emotion with someone else! because sometimes if you do make a big deal out of valentines day its waaaaay worth it for both people ::wink::

agreed 100%

[impala454]

I don't see anything wrong w/valentines day... but it does have the unintentional effect of reminding those of us that are single that we are single

[Testm0nkey]

aw id give you a flower

[Oasis]

It's not that I don't like it because a woman has made a fuss or I have been spurned. I just think it is pretty stupid to have a holiday so that you can "reinforce your love" by buying cheesy heart shit and going out to
dinner... oh yeah and buying a Hallmark card...

each person should be making each other happy/special most days out of the year and then to have a mandated set day that pretty much says "we have to do XXXX today so we can be all love-dovey" is pretty stupid.

This

[Testm0nkey]

it shouldnt be we "have" to do this on this day. it should be "yay we GET to do this on so and so day". its a day to go extreme with making the other person feel the best in the world. because you cant do things like that most days out of the year because then youd run out of money, burn out or just get annoying. but going extreeeemeeee doesnt mean spending a 1000 bucks

[Spectatrix]

I don't care if people make a big deal over it. I just don't myself. We do plenty of cute/romantic things on a regular basis, so we don't really need the reminder of a special day or anything. I'd rather have special celebrations on personally significant holidays like birthdays, anniversaries, etc. Valentine's day is just another day when restaurants are too crowded.

[impala454]

aw id give you a flower

Eh I'm not losin any sleep over it. Thanks though

[Hartmann]

edit: but i have a question. for people who dont think it ought to be made a deal over, would you then be fine with your SO just disappearing for that night or going out with some friends without addressing it to you first?

Since there is no expectation of us doing anything on Valentine's night, yeah, I'd be fine with it.

I make it a point to buy my girlfriend flowers on random days, cook dinner for her when I know she's going to be late, and set aside time to spend with her and her alone (no tv, no friends, no distractions). Since I know this is the woman I want to marry it's important to me to show love even when none is expected or called for, whether that's washing dishes or giving her feet a massage.

That's just me though...

[Spectatrix]

Since there is no expectation of us doing anything on Valentine's night, yeah, I'd be fine with it.

I make it a point to buy my girlfriend flowers on random days, cook dinner for her when I know she's going to be late, and set aside time to spend with her and her alone (no tv, no friends, no distractions). Since I know this is the woman I want to marry it's important to me to show love even when none is expected or called for, whether that's washing dishes or giving her feet a massage.

That's just me though...

My boyfriend and I are the same way. Though the cooking dinner for each other thing will be much easier once we live together.

[Testm0nkey]

what couple doesnt do things like that?

in my mind valentines day just adds an additional special meaning to it

[theIncredibleEdi...]

One nice thing about being gay is you don't have the expectation to buy a diamond ring or bracelet or earrings or shit like that.

Just buy him a bottle of poppers or something.

[Hartmann]

what couple doesnt do things like that?

in my mind valentines day just adds an additional special meaning to it

Why? I think it dilutes any meaning...

"Here honey, everyone else was buying chocolates so I got you some too".

[Testm0nkey]

its not oh everyone else is doing it so i am. if you ever feel like that then dont do it! both people should feel like its the day to set aside and really make the other person happy and special. like i said its not "oh i have to give you this" its "yay i GET to do this"


v-day is cheesy and romantic but that just makes it cute? you cant get big chocolate candy hearts just any day in the year!

[Spectatrix]

One nice thing about being gay is you don't have the expectation to buy a diamond ring or bracelet or earrings or shit like that.

Just buy him a bottle of poppers or something.

You're gay, we get it. MOVING ON NOW.

</Impala>

[Hartmann]

its not oh everyone else is doing it so i am. if you ever feel like that then dont do it! both people should feel like its the day to set aside and really make the other person happy and special. like i said its not "oh i have to give you this" its "yay i GET to do this"

Valentine's day feels exactly like "Oh everyone's doing it!", there is nothing special about it. It's just a day, just like every other day, the only difference is, every other day roses aren't $100 for a dozen.

v-day is cheesy and romantic but that just makes it cute? you cant get big chocolate candy hearts just any day in the year!

Yes you can.

[theIncredibleEdi...]

I think it's an excuse not to make more effort to do little romantic gestures on a more regular basis.....

"Hey Honey....here's some flowers and chocolate...wanna do it?"

I would prefer regular small things than one big lame forced gift.

[Oasis]

I'd add something but I'd just be repeating everything stephan said.

We're going out to dinner either tomorrow or Friday night. The only decent place I can get a reservation for is hudsons on the bend and that'd be $200 with wine and everything. No thanks. I tried Dorsia but they just laughed at me

[Testm0nkey]

then dont go out to eat

again where are you people getting these quotes "hey honey heres flowers. now lets do it" thats not what people on v-day think or feel. as least they arent supposed to be like that!

when youve got two adults who work busy jobs or especially once they have a family, romantic time together will slip if you dont think so you need to get some pre-martial counseling so you know what to expect! if you are someone that is mushy gushy all the time then why would you choose not to be so on valentines day? id think itd just be like weeeee

[theIncredibleEdi...]

If I'm spending money, my man better be putting out!

And that's on valentines or a regular day!

[Testm0nkey]

if you do something uber special on v-day i dont know anyone who wouldnt agree to whatever freaky sex act was asked of them. unless your partner is like a dead fish in bed then id suggest getting change. thats another reason why v-day is awesome. a day and night solely dedicated to getting it on!

[theIncredibleEdi...]

I want a sugar daddy

[Epic]

i cook dinner for my g/f at least 4 times a week, i get a meal plan so we have lunch together almost every day.

when she crashes at my place, i make breakfast (not cereal and milk)

so for valentine's day, she's buying me dinner! HA

[Hartmann]

when youve got two adults who work busy jobs or especially once they have a family, romantic time together will slip if you dont think so you need to get some pre-martial counseling so you know what to expect! if you are someone that is mushy gushy all the time then why would you choose not to be so on valentines day? id think itd just be like weeeee

I don't need pre-marital counseling because I think everyday is going to be just la-di-da, as that's the exact opposite of what I think is going to happen. Life is stressful. She works with annoying brats all day and I deal with people who have too much money.

But I'm not mushy all the time either. I just don't mind going out of my way to make her day a little better. I see my job as the man in a marriage as the person who does his best to build up the wife. Even when life is tough for either of us and even if she's having a bad day and doesn't treat me perfectly, my life is devoted to building her up.

[Testm0nkey]

i think the topic has strayed from the issue at hand. im not nitpicking anyone im just animated. always have been


but valentines day is special and i bet if people made it even more so they wouldnt have anything to complain about!

[theIncredibleEdi...]

I think the INTENT of Valentine's Day is to be special...

BUT, the commercial-ness of it as it is now has ruined that intent. Now it's all about buying flowers, chocolates, jewelry, etc. It's not about celebrating being with someone, but about what you can get.

[Testm0nkey]

but thats a problem with people. the holiday and its intent itself hasnt changed

[Hartmann]

but thats a problem with people. the holiday and its intent itself hasnt changed

So why not have the intent on any day? Why does it have to be February 14th?

I mean if we're going to be "traditional" why be so selective with what we choose to do traditionally? Traditionally stores were closed on Sunday, that does seem to be tradition anymore because not everyone wanted it.

Plus, doing something romantic differs from person to person. My girlfriend loves flowers, so I get her a bouquet every now and then. On the other hand, we aren't big candy eaters so I would never buy her a thing of chocolate and stuffed animals aren't really her forte.

Who says I have to buy something? Can't I just do something whenever I please?

[Testm0nkey]

then why have christmas or thanksgiving? couldnt you make a turkey any day of the year and exchange presents? then why celebrate any holiday thats not strictly just about yourself like a birthday...

[Hartmann]

then why have christmas or thanksgiving? couldnt you make a turkey any day of the year and exchange presents?

yep.

But since people get work off for those holidays they are usually good times to see family. Plus those holidays are about family and being together.

To each their own, I'm just not going to spend a ton of money on a Russell Stovers holiday.

[Oasis]

let's try to change up the day Jesus was born. Christians would love that idea

[Testm0nkey]

The Saint Valentine who is celebrated on 14 February remains in the Catholic Church's official list of saints (the Roman Martyrology), but, in view of the scarcity of information about him, his commemoration was removed from the Roman Catholic calendar of saints for universal liturgical veneration, when this was revised in 1969, but it is included in local calendars of places such as Balzan and Malta, where relics of the saint are claimed to be found. there are some religious histories about a basis for valentines day


"plus those holidays are about being together" and valentines is about being together with a loved one
well by some peoples arguments christmas has gotten so commercial so why celebrate it. just visit family any day you want

[Hartmann]

The Saint Valentine who is celebrated on 14 February remains in the Catholic Church's official list of saints (the Roman Martyrology), but, in view of the scarcity of information about him, his commemoration was removed from the Roman Catholic calendar of saints for universal liturgical veneration, when this was revised in 1969, but it is included in local calendars of places such as Balzan and Malta, where relics of the saint are claimed to be found.

Well, I'm not Catholic and don't really subscribe to the idea of saints so that logically connection doesn't work for me.

[Testm0nkey]

then how about your statement "plus those holidays are about being together" referring to thanksgiving and such. valentines day intention was about being together too

im just wondering what the basis for its unimportance is coming from for reals. just because candy is expensive?

and the argument "well i make her feel special all the time" doesnt work! you could stuff her full of turkey all the time and by your own statements that wouldnt make it thanksgiving or equally as meaningful

but just like ANY holiday, like christmas for example. if you have two people who dont care about it then its a nonissue. but the relevance and importance of the holiday itself isnt diminished

[Hartmann]

then how about your statement "plus those holidays are about being together" referring to thanksgiving and such. valentines day intention was about being together too

im just wondering what the basis for its unimportance is coming from for reals. just because candy is expensive?

and the argument "well i make her feel special all the time" doesnt work! you could stuff her full of turkey all the time and by your own statements that wouldnt make it thanksgiving or equally as meaningful

I can see my girlfriend any day of the week, I don't need to set aside time to do so. For Thanksgiving and Christmas I have time off to visit family that I rarely get to see.

I don't see any reference to "being together" with regards to the original 11 Valentine's Days. I believe it was not until Chaucer's time that Love and Saint Valentine were brought together.

Thanksgiving to me isn't about turkey, it's about being with family that I rarely get to see. If Thanksgiving was just about turkey then yes, you'd be absolutely correct.


Can you explain why it is so important to celebrate Valentine's Day? You are making it sound like everyone is in the wrong for not doing what others do simply because they don't value it. What's the value you to you?

Do you expect something or someone to be with you on Valentine's Day? Do you have an expectation that you'll be treated well?

[Psykopath]

I don't see anything wrong w/valentines day... but it does have the unintentional effect of reminding those of us that are single that we are single

this.





But it's a good thing. I like being selfish with my time.

[FORSAKENR320]

i dont know any women that make a fuss about valentines day. but what would that be? demanding a $500 present? is asking to see your significant other too much to ask? my boyfriend is flying to lubbock for a long weekend but its mostly because we like to be around each other and its been a month since we've gotten to do so. candy will be exchanged because its CANDY and we are going out to dinner.

i think people that are so opposed to valentines are because their love advances have been spurned hardcore in the past or they cant tap into their cute side and share that emotion with someone else! because sometimes if you do make a big deal out of valentines day its waaaaay worth it for both people ::wink::

SAYS THE GIRL WHO EATS FLOWERS.....

[theIncredibleEdi...]

bRANDON....BE MY VALENTINE!!!

[FORSAKENR320]

if you do something uber special on v-day i dont know anyone who wouldnt agree to whatever freaky sex act was asked of them. unless your partner is like a dead fish in bed then id suggest getting change. thats another reason why v-day is awesome. a day and night solely dedicated to getting it on!

lol... i dunno, i can be pretty freaky.....

but just so we're picking sides here, i agree with cathryn. v-day is something to look forward to, not to dread

[FORSAKENR320]

bRANDON....BE MY VALENTINE!!!

i've always been your valentine duane!

[Hartmann]

but just so we're picking sides here, i agree with cathryn. v-day is something to look forward to, not to dread

I never said I dread it, I just don't go all out to celebrate it or make a big deal of it.

[theIncredibleEdi...]

i've always been your valentine duane!

LOL, thats true....but on Thursday, im buyin you some crazy pants with pockets and straps and leather or whatever....and youll put out. mmmmkay?

[FORSAKENR320]

there is on e part of v-day that i do hate, and it's the hypocrisy of the situation, that blue was hinting at. i will spend about $150 total for a romantic night to make the girl i am with feel special, and usually in return the female will do what? put out?

i'm not attacking people, or even referencing myself in this situation, but on valentines day, the guy gets the short end of the stick most the time. women see it as a "yay! i get pampered" day, and don't reciprocate.
i wouldn't mind recieving flowers, or other such things. the girl just needs to make and effort for ME too.

see, duane and i have a good relationship because he understands the value of the reach-around.

[FORSAKENR320]

LOL, thats true....but on Thursday, im buyin you some crazy pants with pockets and straps and leather or whatever....and youll put out. mmmmkay?

i'd put out without the gifts, but i appreciate your effort to make me happy!

(see, thats how v-day is supposed to be, everyone)

[theIncredibleEdi...]

see, duane and i have a good relationship because he understands the value of the reach-around.

Cant beat a good Rusty Trombone!!!

[FORSAKENR320]

Cant beat a good Rusty Trombone!!!

lmao

[Mommy]

For the first time ever, I don't really care about Valentines Day because my boyfriend puts in a ton of effort to always make me happy and I do the same. That being said, I still would be sad if I didn't get to at least see him on this day. It's the day of love, and I want to be with the person I love. Stephan has made some compelling arguments for why it's not that big of a deal for him and his gf....because they are aware enough to make every day special and to be there for each other. I'm traditional though, so I also see Cathryn's side. It's always nice to have that person there. Unfortunately, I'm gonna go to San Antonio to see him, and he lives in the barracks so we are going to have to tough the Valentine's Day crowd somewhere because we want to have dinner. I might just say let's go to Denny's or something cuz I don't want to wait 2 hours to sit down for a meal.

[blaarg]

I don't care if people make a big deal over it. I just don't myself. We do plenty of cute/romantic things on a regular basis, so we don't really need the reminder of a special day or anything. I'd rather have special celebrations on personally significant holidays like birthdays, anniversaries, etc. Valentine's day is just another day when restaurants are too crowded.

exactly.

[Testm0nkey]

Can you explain why it is so important to celebrate Valentine's Day? You are making it sound like everyone is in the wrong for not doing what others do simply because they don't value it. What's the value you to you?

Do you expect something or someone to be with you on Valentine's Day? Do you have an expectation that you'll be treated well?

I'm not trying to beat you over the head with this idea I'm just discussing it. my frequent use of !'s are habit and intention to show im being lighthearted.

To me valentines day is as important as any holiday i celebrate like x-mas or thanksgiving. though for me those arent like drop everything and go visit family super crazy festive party times. its just a holiday and something to celebrate. but valentines day is special in that it is just a day to celebrate and dedicate to someone you love and them only.

i always have the expectation that ill be treated well. i dont know if you have it in your mind that people in relatonships other than yours dont do anything for each other except for this one day out of the year.

i dont EXPECT anything else because circumstances can be difficult. for instance my boyfriend lives in houston so it is difficult to be together. but we have it worked out to where he's flying here on Thursday and we are spending the weekend together. i expected that we would do something whether that be he try to surprise me somehow with mailing me something from houston like pictures he took or a little candy.

to me valentines day is different from all the other days we make a nice dinner together, go out, or have lovey dovey time because v-day is set aside to celebrate being able to do that and that only. that makes it extra special. its symbolic. if you have romantic nights and talk about your love every friday than v-day is to kick it up a knock. it just holds extra meaning to me

but yeah i agree with brandon it shouldnt just be all about the girl. its celebrating each other and what you have. guys appreciate candies, a good meal, presents, even flowers sometimes. but my point is you dont have to spend any extra money on vday to make it meaningful. its just inherent. maybe its just my french side kicking in!? but seriously people - try v-day out because youre missing out!

[pysex]

what really pisses me off are the people that believe they have some ungodly need to be attached to someone on valentines day...

like this day makes it anymore important than president's day or nigger chicken day


its an excuse for people who HAVEN'T been that way to force themselves into it...

and naturally the consumer market will take advantage of that and in my opinion has ruined any innocent meaning behind it

[Testm0nkey]

but again that doesnt mean the day itself doesnt have good intentions. people have ruined some music for me but that doesnt mean i cant secretly indulge!

[Oasis]

but again that doesnt mean the day itself doesnt have good intentions. people have ruined some music for me but that doesnt mean i cant secretly indulge!

Nickelback?

[pysex]

but again that doesnt mean the day itself doesnt have good intentions. people have ruined some music for me but that doesnt mean i cant secretly indulge!

im glad it hasn't been spoiled for you

i hope kevin rapes you with chocolates and rose thorns

[FORSAKENR320]

what really pisses me off are the people that believe they have some ungodly need to be attached to someone on valentines day...

like this day makes it anymore important than president's day or nigger chicken day
its an excuse for people who HAVEN'T been that way to force themselves into it...

and naturally the consumer market will take advantage of that and in my opinion has ruined any innocent meaning behind it

agreed. i think alot of bad relationships are started on valentines day because normally single, independant females freak out and are like "oh god i need to be with someone!!! guys take advatage of this to get laid (or even to actually want to date this girl that before now, they have never had the opportunity) then after the v-day bug is over with the chick, the problems start and she wants to go back to her single sexy time independant lifestyle, but now she's got a guy she neither wants or needs attached to her, but she can't break up without looking like a total bitch)

true story, happened to a friend of mine

[blaarg]

Nickelback?

oh God, hopefully not.

[Testm0nkey]

i only indulge in music that ceased being popular at least 15 years ago




somewhat exagerated but no not nickleback

[FORSAKENR320]

i only indulge in music that ceased being popular at least 15 years ago
somewhat exagerated but no not nickleback

she's a hardcore Menudo fan.....

[Testm0nkey]

i know im not the only one who likes tight latino buttocks

[blaarg]

what about Boyz II Men?!?

[FORSAKENR320]

i know im not the only one who likes tight latino buttocks

too bad they have smaller penis's (penii? )

[rabble]

HahahababahahahahahajahajajajJJJjahahahahaha

You guys are lameass.

VDay is for people to buy shitty shit for people they are in a relationship. Its just like that one diamond commercial with the "perfect boyfriend" vs you, the intolerable slob who doesn't even know her last name, but that's ok, buy her a diamond and she will blow you! Extra gravy if you get it at jared's, the galleria of jewelry.

BLOW ME.

[Spectatrix]

FUCK JARED'S.

God, I hate those commercials.

[Spectatrix]

There is one good thing about vday. Candy hearts! One of the ladies over in the IT dept has a jar full...

[Oasis]

i only indulge in music that ceased being popular at least 15 years ago
somewhat exagerated but no not nickleback

George Michael?

[Testm0nkey]

hey george michael is good and a hilarious person

[FORSAKENR320]

George Michael?

i like george michael...

[pebkac]

I wish that were true...

I think how much fuss you experience over VD/SAD depends on the person or couple.

Personally, I would rather spend it with a group of friends.

Really? VDs make you want to spend time with your friends?

(Sorry if this has been posted already, but I'm not reading through 4 pages)

[Epic]

well i just bought my g/f 15 bucks worth of medium size jaw breakers and assembled my own candle centerpiece for her new kitchen table. i think that i'm done.

[Black Bear]

i like george michael...

For some reason that does not suprise me.

[theIncredibleEdi...]

Really? VDs make you want to spend time with your friends?

(Sorry if this has been posted already, but I'm not reading through 4 pages)

Ugh, you suck.


And Brandon's liking for George Michael isn't surprising to me either.

[kcroxyoursox]

I think Valentine's Day should be looked at not as something you have to do out of obligation, but you do it as a reminder/rekindling/repledging of what you have.

Yes, we're all busy, tired, overworked, stressed, etc. We don't always feel like being romantic. Sometimes we leave the dishes until tomorrow. We don't clean up our messes. We go to bed angry. We take out things that are bothering us on the one person who always listens to us complain, even if the problem doesn't involve them.

Valentine's Day is just a reminder to chill out. Just like you celebrate your mother on Mother's Day, though you could do it just as well all other days in the year, so you celebrate Valentine's Day. It's not an out to treat that person like crap for the rest of the year; it's simply a reminder to refocus your efforts. If you realize that maybe you'd like to go in a different direction with your expressions, then Valentine's Day is the perfect chance to turn over that new leaf. And if you are satisfied with how things have been going affection and attention-wise, then good for you (but don't play it down for the sake of making a statement about how awesome you are to begin with.)

[chook]

Hmm, I'm working at the weapons FACO that day to save the freeworld ™!!!

I did like the day when I was with my ex.

[Hartmann]

I think Valentine's Day should be looked at not as something you have to do out of obligation, but you do it as a reminder/rekindling/repledging of what you have.

Yes, we're all busy, tired, overworked, stressed, etc. We don't always feel like being romantic. Sometimes we leave the dishes until tomorrow. We don't clean up our messes. We go to bed angry. We take out things that are bothering us on the one person who always listens to us complain, even if the problem doesn't involve them.

Valentine's Day is just a reminder to chill out. Just like you celebrate your mother on Mother's Day, though you could do it just as well all other days in the year, so you celebrate Valentine's Day. It's not an out to treat that person like crap for the rest of the year; it's simply a reminder to refocus your efforts. If you realize that maybe you'd like to go in a different direction with your expressions, then Valentine's Day is the perfect chance to turn over that new leaf. And if you are satisfied with how things have been going affection and attention-wise, then good for you (but don't play it down for the sake of making a statement about how awesome you are to begin with.)

I'm not "playing it down for the sake of making a statement about being awesome", I just don't see the big deal with the holiday. I don't mind people celebrating it but I just haven't ever had an interest.

And just for the record, I'm far from being perfect and treating my girlfriend perfectly all of the time, but I always try.

[theIncredibleEdi...]

It's National Call in Single to Work Day!!!!

[blaarg]

why the fuck is anyone on techsis right now?!!
don't you have dates to take out to dinner!?!?!?!

[Psykopath]

why the fuck is anyone on techsis right now?!!
don't you have dates to take out to dinner!?!?!?!

...


The irony is so great.

[blaarg]

...
The irony is so great.

hahahaha, that is where I get you!!!!

I am overseas....

<zinggggggggg>

[Spectatrix]

why the fuck is anyone on techsis right now?!!
don't you have dates to take out to dinner!?!?!?!

Boyfriend and I did our valentine's thing yesterday. We ate in. I cooked. He forgot my cordial cherries at his place. All very romantic.

[Psykopath]

hahahaha, that is where I get you!!!!

I am overseas....

<zinggggggggg>

ohhhhhhhhhhh, alrighty...makes sense now.

[Mommy]

Boyfriend and I just had dinner at Chilis and went shopping for our trip to El Paso tomorrow. We did our Valentine's thing last weekend because we didn't know we were gonna be able to hang out today. Last weekend, we went to Red Lobster and Carinos. He gave me some cute stuff...oh and a ring. All very romantic.

[Psykopath]

Myself and Rosy Palms just had one HOT date!

[moebary]

i fucked someone's sister

it was romantic

[Psykopath]

i fucked someone's sister

it was romantic

Oh shit!



He's gonna beat some ass!