If you live to be a hundred, I want to live to be a hundred minus one day, so I never have to live without you.
- Winnie the Pooh
I’ve never made any secret of my generalized disdain for Valentine’s Day. It’s not that I object to the sentiments involved, just the artificially and over-commercialized expectations behind them. The way I see it, if you have to have a day in order to fully express your love for and commitment to your significant other…well, your relationship might just be in bigger trouble than you’re willing to admit, kimosabe.
Thankfully, Erin is of a like mind, so neither of us is feeling obligated to go overboard. We’re going to the Rose Garden on Thursday to see the Trail Blazers play the L.A. Clippers…which I suspect is more for me than it is for her…but we’re not spending money on flowers or cards or candy. Both of us agree the sentiments can be expressed just as easily and more meaningfully with a few simple words and a hug or a kiss. ‘Nuff said.
If you really, really, REALLY hate Valentine’s Day, though, my friends over at The Oatmeal feel your pain.
Enjoy your Hallmark holiday, eh??
