What's Your Opinions Of Valentines Day?

[Bread Kennedys]

Whew, I got a lot to respond to.

I find it kinda funny how so many people complain that it's just for companies to get more money.
First of all, no one is pressuring you to do / buy anything for Valentinesday, that's mostlikely in your head then.
Second of all, if you really feel the need to get something for this day, then make it yourself or cook something nice, etc.
Stop complaining about EVERYTHING, jesus christ. This day is there for years, no one ever forced you to do anything
for it, yet all people can do is complaining. Let people live their lifes how they want to, seriously.

First off, quote me next time. Second, "no one is pressuring you to do/buy anything for Valentine's Day" "no one ever forced you to do anything" that's wrong. You're absolutely 100% expected to do something for your S/O on Valentine's Day. If you haven't been, can we trade lives, cuz goddamn. Finally, "let people live their lives how they want to", I literally said, in my own words: "it doesn't hurt to celebrate Valentine's Day with your S/O". I never said once you can't do it. No need to be overly aggressive about it, Jesus.

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(This was a rather long response, so I snipped it, I hope you understand)

I feel this was a rather level-headed response, makes a few fair points and all, but just a few things of note I wanted to respond to.

First off, why does everyone assume that we're saying you have to take your S/O out on dates and buy them gifts literally every single day of the year, 365? Of course you don't have to do that, that is illogical, between college, work, taking care of possible children, etc., not to mention finances. What I'm saying is, once every now and then, on any one random day, you can take your S/O out on a date or get them that gift they've been wanting. I think the idea that you have to wait until Valentine's Day to do that is ridiculous, especially since corporations often mark up the prices of gifts and chocolates and stuff around Valentine's Day anyway. Now, the point you made about Valentine's Day being an excuse to get a day off from work or what have you so you can do these things with your S/O in the first place, that's a fair and valid argument. I understand for those people, Valentine's Day must be a blessing. However, I don't entirely agree with this comment, ""You should be showing them you love them every day of the year" may as well be the fairy tale ending of a classic Disney movie for how much the "hard reality of modern life" does everything to prevent that at times." Something as simple as sending a text message saying "I love you" is still showing your love. Most couples text each other from time to time during a work break or something anyway, and all it takes is like, a few seconds. Sure, it might not be nothing big or extravagant like taking them to DisneyWorld or buying them that new car they want, but if you think those are the only ways to show your love to someone, your definition of love is very skewed. (Not saying you ever said that, OP, I'm just saying that as a general statement) Another thing I wanted to respond to, "(or hand made, extra special, no corporations profiting here, no excuse)", actually yes, if you can, do this. I support and encourage the **** out of this. Make your S/O something for Valentine's Day as their gift. That, in my personal opinion, is a much more special gift than an overpriced ring or necklace could ever hope to be.

I work at a retail establishment which sells a ton o' Valentines Day merchandise and I see this holiday from the perspective of cold hearted commerce every year.However,all of the major holidays have certain financial considerations so I think it's a bit unfair to single out Valentine's Day in that regard.I can't say that I'm a big fan of Valentine's Day(or any major holiday)but despite the big business aspect it makes people happy and I don't see any harm in that.

Believe me, I'm not about to single out Valentine's Day. All of the other holidays that do this suck as well. (Side-note: I said this in my post but everyone seems to think my hate boner for Valentine's Day is the strongest, which it really isn't. Christmas is probably the worst, but that's an argument for another day.) And again, if it makes you happy, celebrate it. I'm not here to tell you you can't celebrate it, hell, celebrate it until the cows come home, I don't care. Just offering my own perspective on it.

 

[Kitsuragi]

i love valentines day. it's got a cute aesthetic, it helps break up the monotony of the early months of the year (since there's not many holidays or anything, or much really to do) and the thought of spending a nice day with my s/o is exciting. my ldr boyfriend is coming to visit me in february and we're actually going to be doing stuff together on valentines day.

i try to treat my s/o great all days throughout the year but valentines day is a great time to do it, since he's not one to accept gifts for no reason...

- - - Post Merge - - -

that's wrong. You're absolutely 100% expected to do something for your S/O on Valentine's Day. If you haven't been, can we trade lives, cuz goddamn.

my s/o hasn't expected me to do something on valentines day for him, but i still do. one of my exes has though. it really depends on who you're dating but, i disagree that you're 100% expected to do something. my best friend also just doesn't care for valentines day so he never expects anything from his gf, and they don't do anything. it definitely depends on who you're with.

 

[Princess Mipha]

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Eh, I'm sorry but I didn't exactly mean you, so why would I quote you? I just see that many people complain about it, so I spoke in general and not a specific person. And well, from the people I know no one is pressuring anyone. I never had any of my partners pressuring me to do something, nor did anything like that happen in my friendgroup.. so idk. Different lives different views I guess. But sorry if you gelt targeted. Didn't mean you specifically tho.

 

[Corndoggy]

i really like the idea of valentine's day and i personally love it (my partner has decided we are doing a home cooked meal and a bubble bath this year <3), but i understand the appeal. I think some couples take it as an excuse to shive their love in others faces, which is really off putting and against the spirit of the day. Also for the negative side, i would like to link this song
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UveXP9lu4o

 

[cornimer]

I've never been in a real relationship so it's kind of just another day for me. But I'm sure if I was dating someone I'd be super cheesy about Valentine's Day.

 

[idiotdoomspiral]

its cute

 

[Chris]

Love it. It's a good excuse to just celebrate your relationship. My partner is taking me out to dinner at a lovely hotel. They've a set menu for the night and it looks delicious. Unfortunately they have no vacancies left for Feb 14 otherwise we would've stayed the night as well.

 

[Limon]

It's whatever. The only thing that matters to me is the chocolate they sell in stores.

 

[Rabirin]

Honestly, I don't mind it that much. I actually kinda enjoy all of that gimmicky valentines stuff you can buy in stores and I think aesthetically the red and pink theme of valentines is cute. But apart from that it's just another day to me, although i'm in a fairly new relationship so that might change i guess

 

[Alienfish]

Also should say I def. don't tell people to not enjoy it it if it came off as that sorry. I'm just against the commercializing of everything and making the wrong point of it. Plus some people tend to misinterpret it as other stuff so yeah.

 

[Darkesque_]

I like it! It is the only day when people gift me chocolate!

 

[Mayor Monday]

I personally don't care much for it, as I've never been in a relationship. If others enjoy celebrating it I wish them godspeed- but it's not something I ever think about. Plus everything can get a little mushy and cheesy real fast, hehe.

But hey! At least the holiday has an interesting history.

 

[ali.di.magix]

It's a day that isn't as highly anticipated where I live, so the celebrations are pretty mild. I don't really pay much attention to it and almost forget it's a thing to be honest. I think it's a day that gives an opportunity to do something extra special with your partner, so i have no problem with people celebrating.
What I don't like is single people moaning about being single and not celebrating with anyone. Like just let people enjoy things without bringing others down, your day will come to celebrate too.

 

[John Wick]

It's a nice opportunity to do something extra special for your soulmate.

 

[AlyssaAC]

Valentine's day for me is the day you celebrate with someone who you care deeply about, but I'm like you. I'm in for the snacks and fun!

Also, it's one of my favorite holidays because everything is in pink and pink is my favorite color in the world and always has been since I was little. xD

 

[honeyaura]

I love it, but it's bittersweet since boyfriend is now states away. But I have to stay positive and let it be the opportunity to show love to my friends and co-workers.

 

[joey ^_^]

good luck with your essay!!

i personally find valentines kinda cute because there's so many people running around with flowers and presents for someone dear to them? like you could be on the bus and there's just this dude with a huge bouquet and maybe he's giving it to his s/o or maybe he's giving it to his crush or maybe he wants to make his mom feel special!! it's sweet :>

plus it's nice to have an excuse to do a little something for the people you care about be they your friends or romantic partners? i mean hopefully they KNOW they're appreciated but it would still be cool to do something for them to show it! plus it's so much easier to find gifts around this time because of all the booths popping up around campus hehe

so uh yeah i like valentines!! except for like,, the traffic it causes because everyone's eating out and stuff but eh it's just one day so there's no need to resent it too much even if it makes commuting harder

 

[Soigne]

i'd be less critical of it if i had a boyfriend lol

 

[Antonio]

I like eating chocolate, pretending that i am loved. <3

 

[Shinjukuwu]

I like it! I love getting cute gifts from my boyfriend and getting him some stuff too.
We also go for a meal, but we don't like going on Valentine's Day as everywhere is too busy do we have the meal after that day.