Valentine’s Day has always been a favorite with cynics! Each year this day draws near and there are some sections of people who take out their knives and goes on the offensive. They have a problem with everything connected to Valentine’s Day. They don’t like the idea of giving gifts, more so because there’s this recession which seems to have the final say in everything! They don’t like the ‘mushy’ stuff and they feel that you can express your love any day of the year! They may have a point somewhere, but they do stretch it too far sometimes.

I think it all depends on the individual’s choice. If you are in favor of doing something special on Valentine’s Day, go ahead and do it. If you feel that it’s not your cup of coffee, so be it. I’m sure there are lots of ways in which you can still say how much you love your significant other. And you can do that throughout the year. The point I’m trying to make here is, each to his or her own. Similarly there are lots of people who go crazy as the day draws near. They splurge money unnecessarily to get stuff they don’t need. Men say that they’re really pressured to do something, and women say that they’re disappointed. Some even send themselves flowers and cards (like Mr. Bean!) just so that they don’t look like they’re left out. I know a few of them who even borrow money to get gifts for their love! That’s just a lot of hassle don’t you think?

Do you think Valentine’s Day is overrated? How will you celebrate Valentine’s Day?