Greeting cards, present shopping and dates with expectations. Who wants to start their week off with that stuff? Valentine's Day is nothing more than a commercial holiday that can be celebrated by any couple any day of the year.
Are you spending Valentine's Day without a valentine? No need to worry. It is all right to be anti-Valentine's Day without being depressed, cynical or emotional. Here are some ideas of how to enjoy and survive the holiday without a significant other.
Women
1. If Snooki can eat chocolate-covered bacon on Valentine's Day, why can't you enjoy a treat yourself? Have some delectably delicious snack of your own, and maybe save the bacon for breakfast.
"I eat things that melt, like chocolate and ice cream, while watching romantic movies that make me cry. Both [activities] go hand-in-hand," said Noelle Collins, freshman pre-physician assistant major.
2. Enjoy your evening of fun in comfort. Dust off the DVD player and watch some mushy-gushy chick flicks in your pajamas.
"I usually watch some romantic comedies on Valentine's Day. My favorite is "27 Dresses" because the whole movie is about what women are expected to want. If I watch a chick flick, it's because I want to prove to myself that what I want can only happen in the movies. It's a reality check, and it makes me feel better," said Kaitie White, freshman creative writing major.
3. Forget being festive. Do something different and wear green, the popular opposite of red.
"I would absolutely wear green. I feel like Valentine's Day is just a day to show someone how much they mean to you, but if you need a day for that, they obviously don't mean enough. I would completely support this idea," said Lauren Heiing, freshman speech-language pathology major.
4. Time with those you care about is a precious thing. Maybe tonight is a good night to spend on the town catching up with the girls.
"I would go to a fancy dinner with my girlfriends followed by both ice-skating and roller-skating. They're fun and my favorite activities; both provide many lasting memories," said Casey Keen, freshman special and elementary education major.
5. Remember it is all right to be single. You are not a cat lady or a spinster, but you are in college.
"I am not a single lady, but if I were on Valentine's Day, I would say some advantages are not having to purchase gifts, not having the stress of the holiday and being able to hang with other single women," said Crystal Franks, sophomore journalism major.
Men
1. Have a night of "bromance." Make some new memories while catching up with the guys.
"My night of bromance would involve beer, making music and probably watching a movie. Those are the activities I enjoy. I would, however, rather have a night of romance instead," said Matt Goodman, sophomore sociology major.
2. Eat what you want where you want. Forget the romantic atmosphere and fancy food.
"I would definitely either order pizza or go to Buffalo Wild Wings. First, they are both delicious. Secondly, Buffalo Wild Wings is an atmosphere where guys can go and watch a game," said Graham Becher, junior advertising major.
3. Reward yourself for something. Get yourself a gift: flowers, candy and jewelry are definitely optional here.
"I would want a brand new LED TV, as big as they make them. I'll watch it in my brand new black La-Z-Boy recliner with a pair of Dr. Dre's Beats headphones. That is pure entertainment for me," said Taylor Vogt, sophomore graphic arts management major.
4. Wear what you want and feel most comfortable in. Save the dress shirts and ties for another day.
"If I am going to be stuck at home, I don't [dress-up]. Otherwise if I am going somewhere, I do like to dress-up. I like to wear nice jeans and either a collared shirt or an open buttoned shirt with a white T-shirt. This year, I don't really care [about dressing up for Valentine's Day] because I'm single," said Jose Ramirez, freshman public relations major.
5. Catch up and get ahead in your classes. Do some class work before Spring Break gets here and enjoy the fun in the sun with a sense of accomplishment.
"The only thing I have to finish up now is an English project but thankfully, it won't affect my Valentine's Day or Spring Break plans," said Marc Bartel, freshman english major.
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