By Fantasy Aponte ’28
In a world that often focuses on work and daunting responsibilities, Valentine’s Day is a day to take a moment and appreciate our partners and the people we love. This holiday celebrates the relationships we build along the way in our lives. It is a time to cherish the affection and bonds you have with loved ones, friends, and family.
Valentine’s Day is about giving happiness through small gestures, whether it’s a written note, favorite candy, flowers, or a bear. Any small gift can brighten someone’s day. The whole day is about thoughtfulness and knowing what gifts your girlfriend or boyfriend loves.
Others might see Valentine’s Day as a holiday for only people in a relationship, but it is so much more than that. Single people can enjoy the day, which is about connection, joy, and the care of others. Valentine’s Day is about love in all forms; it is the perfect day to celebrate family and friendships as well. Friends can celebrate Galentine’s and Palentine’s, which are both terms used to describe days when people get together and show their friends how much they love each other. People often celebrate by exchanging treats, small gifts, watching movies, and doing group activities.
Valentine’s Day stands out as the best holiday because it celebrates love, strengthens relationships, and shows people how to express care in new and meaningful ways. I celebrate Valentine’s Day by going out to eat with my family and having a Galentine’s Day party with a group of my best friends. How do you celebrate and show love on Valentine’s Day?
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