Valentines Day should not be just for couples.

@stary1 (6612)
United States
February 8, 2012 1:24pm CST
Every year as Valentines Day comes around I think of how it is a day that everyone should celebrate. In my opinion there should be more emphasis on all relationships and love, and not just for couples. As kids we gave all out classmates Valentines and I think it would be great see everyone dedicate this day to show more love to everyone else.
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11 responses
• China
10 Feb 12
Yes, there is something in what you said."Love makes the world go round."Valentines Day mustn't be confined to couples,It must be a festival in which people carry forward "love".
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• China
12 Feb 12
You flatter me!thanks a lot!
@stary1 (6612)
• United States
12 Feb 12
changjiangzhibin89..You are welcome..it was a good comment
@stary1 (6612)
• United States
11 Feb 12
changjiangzhibin89 Exactly!! and that would make a great quote on a Hallmark Card.."Love Makes the world go round..Happy Valentines Day" I know they are starting to make some cards for family members, I jusy wonder why it isn't more widespread...
• United States
8 Feb 12
yes your right i do remember in valentines day in my school. everyone would always get valentines cards from everyone in the class with some candy those where the good old days.well when its Valentine's day in my house i always get little gifts from my father like a teddy bear my mom would buy me some of my favorite chocolate .and as for me i don't just but a gift for my husband i would always give to my family also. so you could say that in valentines day i don't celebrate it like its just a couple day.
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@stary1 (6612)
• United States
8 Feb 12
pebblez8989..We used to give our kids presents on Valentines day too..sometimes we still do. I would like to see it become a national custom to wish everyone Happy Valentines day.
• United States
8 Feb 12
I agree. My daughter wants to make cards for her classmates. It is going to be so much fun! That is going to be our weekend project.
@stary1 (6612)
• United States
9 Feb 12
zukichucha .good for your daughter!! How old is she? Home made is so much more meaningful than store bought and it teaches her a valuable lesson in sharing
• United States
9 Feb 12
She is seven. It is so fun doing arts and crafts with her because she is so creative. Her cards always come out so pretty!
@stary1 (6612)
• United States
9 Feb 12
zukichucha ..Seven is such a fun age..I so enjoyed both my girls at every age... They grew up quickly...
@ebought (56)
11 Feb 12
Hello. I'm in the UK. I think it is just something they do in the US, because over here school children are not necessarily given Valentines day cards by their class mates. I agree with you though. As someone who is single, Valentines day should be for everyone.
@stary1 (6612)
• United States
11 Feb 12
ebought..TY I didn't know that children didn't give cards in the UK..so is it mostly for couples in the UK? You could start a new trend..would people be accepting of wishing everyone a Happy Valentines Day??
@bostonphil (4459)
• United States
9 Feb 12
I am a single who celebrates everything. That includes Valentine's Day. I always wear something red and I buy candy and other appropriate foods. I wish everyone a Happy Valentine's Day both off and on line. I sometimes send Valentine online cards. I do remember in school that we gave our classmates valentines. I sometimes still get one from someone. I live in housing for seniors and you should see how beautifully our community rooms are decorated.
@stary1 (6612)
• United States
9 Feb 12
bostonphil..That is so very nice to hear..good for you for spreading Valentine Day happiness
@parascevi (313)
• Greece
9 Feb 12
How wonderful idea!That you did as classmates was really sweet!I believe that too, that this day we should celebrate and show our love to our beloved persons or maybe pets too, why not!
@stary1 (6612)
• United States
9 Feb 12
parascevi..It was a rule in our elememtary schools if you want to give out Valentines Day cards you MUST give everyone in your class one or you can't give out any...
@GardenGerty (160696)
• United States
8 Feb 12
I think you are right. We need to be more loving and caring, and it needs to be all the time, not just on Valentine's Day. Sure would help life go better.
@stary1 (6612)
• United States
9 Feb 12
GardenGerty..you are right it should be everyday. I would like to see Valentines Day expanded from couples and parents and classrooms to everyone..
@youless (112496)
• Guangzhou, China
9 Feb 12
You are right. Actually our English teacher ever told us that the Valentine's Day was not only for the lovers, but also the people who you love, such as parents, friends etc. I love China
@stary1 (6612)
• United States
9 Feb 12
youless..Good for your teacher!!! I hope more and more can follow that example..
• Philippines
9 Feb 12
Valentines Day is actually not exclusive for couples. It's actually for everyone, young or old, single or in a relationship,girl or boy, as long as they know how to feel the love and affection towards another. That is more important and that also what makes that day essential. And the feeling of loving and being loved must not only be shown on Valentines Day but in everyday of our lives.
@stary1 (6612)
• United States
9 Feb 12
rubylin28 ..True, it isn't exclusively just for couples, but that is how many see it. We see some, especially females, complain and be sad because they don't have a "Valentine' Advertizig is geared towards couples and romance..I would just like to see it expanded to include love for everyone..e.g....for 'our fellow man'
9 Feb 12
Its absolutely true....it should be for everyone and not just couples....one can give out valentines to your mom dad sister, brother. Its just another way of showing that you love them. O guess thats what saint valentine wanted to tell this world.
@stary1 (6612)
• United States
9 Feb 12
puneetrajput25..Good idea and at the very least, one could just wish everyone A Happy Valentines Day
• Philippines
9 Feb 12
Hi friend. That is true. Valentines Days is not just for couples. It is for all the people in earth. Because God loves us He teaches us to love and to be love. We can share our love through sharing it our love ones like our kids, parents and to our family members. We can also extend our love to the less fortunate people. Always remember that sharing is loving.
@stary1 (6612)
• United States
9 Feb 12
canetecheeryl ..yes sharing is loving..and even sharing in very simple things like a smile is very worthwhile