For the Single, the Bitter, the Lonely - the Dateless
On this day I want you to remind you of grace. Be graceful, be kind. The fact that you are not happy or satisfied, doesn't mean no one else in the world can be - those people in love. Please stop trashing the Valentine's day. Please stop complaining about what you do not have. Please stop saying that you wish this day doesn't exist. Please understand that THE WORLD DOES NOT REVOLVE AROUND YOU AND YOU ALONE" And if you are in a relationship now, would you wish the same? So say a little prayer, give your friend a bright smile and wish them a wonderful date. See, it isn't hard.
On this day I want you to know that Valentine does not mean the end of the world. And that even though it may make you go all "Poor me, I have no one" Though perhaps it's only natural, that's not true. You are loved. In one way or another you are loved. And that even though you are not loved the way you want to be loved - appreciate people who adore you with all their hearts, like your parents, like your friends.
On this day I would like to remind you that happiness is like a blanket, it's not enough for everyone - but it doesn't mean you can't have a bit of warmth in this cold cold world. Make yourself a cup of hot chocolate, play a song for yourself. It's another Tuesday that you can help take over your colleague's shift so she can go on a date. Why not? That happiness on her face, will it not make your day? Remember this, if the Buddhists who don't celebrate Christmas can enjoy the beautiful decoration of Christmas, why can't you the single, enjoy the chocolate, the pinkish - reddish roses of Valentine's.
On this day I want you to not be mistaken, there is a difference between "alone" and "lonely" - just like there is a difference between "love" and "lust."
On this day, I want you to remember your smile, your dignity - remember who you are. Hang in there and don't compromise for anything/anyone less that you deserve. There are too many mediocre things in the world already and please, love should not be one of them.
My love, Happy Valentine's day
