It's not all candlelight and roses

Valentines Day, always met with mixed feelings.  Some will celebrate in style, dinner, presents, flowers, the works.  Others will agree not to celebrate as it can be an overpriced day and why not do it the day after when things are cheaper.  Some will just not celebrate at all.  However, for some, there is no choice on how to celebrate anymore.  Those that have lost loved ones can no longer decide if they are going to go out or stay in, buy presents or celebrate the next day. 

It can be a very emotional day for the bereaved.  Sweet memories of Valentines Day’s past when it was all about shared love and future or a shared smile about the sillyness of it all are what they have on this day. 

So when the day is over and tales of romantic dinners and sweet evenings with loved ones are being discussed please remember those that have lost their Valentine and maybe ask them to share a memory or chat with them a bit about their Valentine’s Day sweetheart.

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