Valentine’s Day will be here in less than a week and a half. Some people aren’t into it, but that doesn’t mean that they aren’t into you. Some people have ridiculous expectations for the day - grand gestures, expensive gifts, but it’s not always easy to come up with something “meaningful” in the middle of the work week. Okay, so maybe that excuse doesn’t work this year, as Valentine’s Day falls on a Saturday, but still……..

I’m not looking forward to it this year. I’m not dreading it either. This year, it’s just a day.

Last year, I had a boyfriend and he came into town on Valentine’s evening (he was my long distance man). I can remember prettying myself up and smelling like a cookie, for some reason. Whatever. Lets just say I was giddy.

Oh, if I only knew then what lie ahead of me…..okay, I wouldn’t have done anything differently. For once in my life, I know that I was absolutely fair and patient and generous with my love. I don’t regret giving any of it. Loving that man will never be something that I will consider a mistake or a waste of my time.

This year….well, this year I‘m footloose and fancy-free, also known as single and dateless, and for some reason, I smiled as I typed that. Could it be that I like being free from the expectations of another Valentine’s Day?  Yep, that could be it. Or it could be the milk chocolate that I just ate is kicking in.

This year, I’m going to give all 4 of my kids a Valentine. I’m going to make them a batch of brownies and possibly a heart-shaped pizza. I’m going to be happy with what I’ve got, because it’s not always easy to get – a loving happy family.

What are your expectations for the holiday? Do you have any? Do you have plans? Do you have a Valentine?  What is your definition of a Valentine?

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What is your definition of a Valentine?

However, I believe my story can help others so here I am — writing.

One of the things that I’ve realised the past few days is on the subject of giving one’s heart to someone. Risky business, that it is. But all of us take this risk at some point in our lives, right? I reckon it’ll be best if at least I share my thoughts in the hope that it will help others in the future.

Though I know that in love and everything that involves the heart, there’s no formula. Best for you to take good care of yourself; prepare yourself before entering into a serious relationship, before you give your heart to any one.

Yea, the other person should have taken care of your heart. Should’ve been responsible enough to know not to make light of the opportunity. Should’ve shown that they were grateful for the opportunity.

BUT.

You alone should carry the burden of taking care of who you give your heart to.

As soon as you learn that you are indeed strong enough to give your heart to that other person, go ahead and take the leap. But, not in any circumstance, should you entrust such a precious thing to someone less deserving. Know your worth. You deserve all the good things that Love has to offer. I do hope you believe that.

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In Giving Your Heart