Singles celebrate V-Day
Commentary
Bethany Coury
Issue date: 2/11/10 Section: TruLife
After 1,740 years, St.Valentine's unyielding devotion to the plight of lovers still inspires a day dedicated to love, but who determines the confines of this love or its expression?
If all the unattached persons would consider how many incredibly special people are already in their lives, Hallmark's infamous obsession with that "special someone" on Valentine's Day would become obsolete. To paraphrase Beyoncé, to all my single ladies (and fellas), maybe he didn't like it - he didn't put a ring on it - but the club is full of other options … As is this article.
First things first - the elementary "Be Mine" valentine cards are a must, and the heart candy accompaniment is recommended. Label this day "Significant Others Day" and treat those who are significant in your life. Order a Cookie Break delivery for your roommate - then it's conveniently in the same room - or buy an "I Love You" teddy bear for your friend across campus. Serenading never goes out of style and origami flowers are nearly priceless (literally). No matter how you do it, show the love to those you care about.
Singles should go home, eat their favorite dinner, watch a TV show and be grateful "you have the remote all to yourself," according to AskMen.com This is why it can be risky asking men. Valentine's Day is a holiday dedicated to love, and as such should not be spent reveling in your sole ownership of a living-room appliance, but celebrated with those you love. Excluding the narcissists, this means partaking in some social interaction - like a guys'/girls' night out (it's good to run in packs - it's a scary, lovey-dovey world out there). Kirksville offers a few amenities: Leisure World Lanes, the local bowling alley, also features a skating rink and pool tables. Kirksville's theatre, Downtown Cinema 8, currently is playing romantic options such as "Dear John" and "Valentine's Day," or if you'd rather see action, "The Book of Eli" and "Avatar."
Although AskMen.com didn't strike gold with its staying home alone suggestion, it advises you to use this day to treat yourself - not too shabby. This could include getting your nails done, going to a spa, getting a haircut or a massage, etc. The point is you feel good - walk on sunshine, so to speak. Now that you feel like royalty, finish the day with a Disney-themed movie night. "Aladdin" and "Toy Story" are recommended, but good friends and popcorn are essential. If staying in isn't your style, after you've spent the day indulging, host a singles Valentine's Day party. Invite all your single friends and give it a theme such as famous ex-couples (i.e. Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt) or couples that should be, but aren't (i.e. Taylor Swift and Kanye West).
No matter what you do, make sure you celebrate with those you love. The life of a college student is no Jane Austen novel - singleness is not a cause for mourning. We have way too many friends to be alone, and romantic is not the only type of relationship we experience. Valentine's Day is the perfect day to realize and celebrate this. It's amazing how little information we have about St. Valentine - we're not even completely sure who he was - yet we've christened a day after him, dedicated it to love and have clung to this tradition for 15 centuries. I think this proves the Beatles right: "All you need is love." Valentine's Day is no exception for singles. All we need to do is keep listening to those Beatles and "get by with a little help from [our] friends."
If all the unattached persons would consider how many incredibly special people are already in their lives, Hallmark's infamous obsession with that "special someone" on Valentine's Day would become obsolete. To paraphrase Beyoncé, to all my single ladies (and fellas), maybe he didn't like it - he didn't put a ring on it - but the club is full of other options … As is this article.
First things first - the elementary "Be Mine" valentine cards are a must, and the heart candy accompaniment is recommended. Label this day "Significant Others Day" and treat those who are significant in your life. Order a Cookie Break delivery for your roommate - then it's conveniently in the same room - or buy an "I Love You" teddy bear for your friend across campus. Serenading never goes out of style and origami flowers are nearly priceless (literally). No matter how you do it, show the love to those you care about.
Singles should go home, eat their favorite dinner, watch a TV show and be grateful "you have the remote all to yourself," according to AskMen.com This is why it can be risky asking men. Valentine's Day is a holiday dedicated to love, and as such should not be spent reveling in your sole ownership of a living-room appliance, but celebrated with those you love. Excluding the narcissists, this means partaking in some social interaction - like a guys'/girls' night out (it's good to run in packs - it's a scary, lovey-dovey world out there). Kirksville offers a few amenities: Leisure World Lanes, the local bowling alley, also features a skating rink and pool tables. Kirksville's theatre, Downtown Cinema 8, currently is playing romantic options such as "Dear John" and "Valentine's Day," or if you'd rather see action, "The Book of Eli" and "Avatar."
Although AskMen.com didn't strike gold with its staying home alone suggestion, it advises you to use this day to treat yourself - not too shabby. This could include getting your nails done, going to a spa, getting a haircut or a massage, etc. The point is you feel good - walk on sunshine, so to speak. Now that you feel like royalty, finish the day with a Disney-themed movie night. "Aladdin" and "Toy Story" are recommended, but good friends and popcorn are essential. If staying in isn't your style, after you've spent the day indulging, host a singles Valentine's Day party. Invite all your single friends and give it a theme such as famous ex-couples (i.e. Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt) or couples that should be, but aren't (i.e. Taylor Swift and Kanye West).
No matter what you do, make sure you celebrate with those you love. The life of a college student is no Jane Austen novel - singleness is not a cause for mourning. We have way too many friends to be alone, and romantic is not the only type of relationship we experience. Valentine's Day is the perfect day to realize and celebrate this. It's amazing how little information we have about St. Valentine - we're not even completely sure who he was - yet we've christened a day after him, dedicated it to love and have clung to this tradition for 15 centuries. I think this proves the Beatles right: "All you need is love." Valentine's Day is no exception for singles. All we need to do is keep listening to those Beatles and "get by with a little help from [our] friends."
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