Why I think V.D. sucks -

First of all, let me just say that I completely believe in love, romance and all that tingly stuff. I do. I mean, if I were the type to adorn my bumper with stickers, I would have one that proudly stated, "I brake for love, honk if you do too". Really. I'm not one of these jaded, cynical types that scoff at all things sweet and tender. But, having said all of that, I have to go on record and say that I find nothing romantic about Valentines Day. And this isn't because I'm not my valentine's, valentine either (although, that does suck something fierce). It's because Valentines Day is an institution, dictated by the rules of Hallmark, Russell Stover, and rose farmers 'round the world. It's not spontaneous, original or creative. Does it really bring lovers closer together if they both go out and find a valentine offering to present to each other on a day that every other couple is doing the same thing? Are we that generic? Do we need a designated day to remind us to show our love and appreciation for the special person in our lives? I would much rather have my guy show his adoration for me on a random day when I'm not expecting it, and more importantly.....at a time when he is actually feeling it. And for a girl like me, with a halo made of razor-wire, this could be most effectively achieved by simply showing up at my door sportin' a mohawk, eye liner, and a cocky grin. Nothing says "I love You" quite like liberty spikes and Max Factor. Sorry, I was just going someplace really wacky with that.....Anyway, whether you are with the one you love, or trying like hell to love the one you are with -- skip V.D. and celebrate each other in your own unique way. That's when it counts, that's when you know it's real.