photo by me

I am not typically a fan of Valentine’s Day. I think I’ve spent too many of them alone and even on those that I was with someone, the day wasn’t anything special, for the most part.

And, I think I’m of the mind that when we love someone, we should show them that we love them all year long – not just on a day that is set aside for the commercialization of love. I like to shower those I love with gifts and hugs and kisses all year.

That being said, I want to wish you all the happiest of days today. I hope someone reaches out and tells you that you are loved. I hope you know that you are cared for and cherished by someone special in your life – a partner, a child, whomever.

Take a moment to consider how rich you really are and how blessed your life is to have the person(s) in your life.

I have my furry kid and he makes me smile. I have those four nieces and nephews who shower me with love. I have siblings who are wonderful. I have friends who are the best.

Even on this day of couples, I cannot feel sad or lonely. I know just how wealthy I am in the love department.

I am loved.