How many women genuinely feel cherished or desired on Valentine’s Day? If you surveyed moms, I’d wager the numbers would be startlingly low. Honestly, what do we really crave the most? Spoiler alert: it’s not the flowers. It’s peace and tranquility. It’s someone else taking care of dinner. It’s someone else managing bedtime. And it’s a day free from the endless “Mommy, can you…” and “Mommy, can I…”—982 times a day.
This is why this holiday often disappoints. Sure, in our 20s, we adored the fine dining, flowers, and chocolates. (Okay, we still enjoy wine and chocolates. But now, we’d rather be in our sweats, having our partner bring us those treats while we indulge in a good book or binge-watch reality TV.) After a year of living through a pandemic that has drained the vitality from mothers everywhere, please don’t expect romance, gifts, or even energy from us. The ideal Valentine’s Day plan? “I love you, I’ll handle the kids tonight, go pamper yourself.” Just like that, you’ve earned the Valentine’s Day MVP award!
A perfect Valentine’s night could be my partner bringing home takeout while I escape into Ryan Reynolds movies in another room!
In the spirit of honesty, many of us are feeling the weight of the day. One confessor shared how everyone in their household was grumpy, leading to a well-deserved retreat with a good book. Another mentioned battling skin issues and financial stress but still trying to muster some cheer. The reality is, many are simply searching for an escape, whether that’s indulging in chocolates or plotting to buy discounted treats the next day.
Valentine’s Day can sometimes serve as a painful reminder of our relationship struggles. It can highlight loneliness, especially when social media is flooded with displays of love. Some choose to celebrate themselves, sending flowers to their workplace or treating themselves to something sweet.
Ultimately, for many, this day is about redefining what it means. Whether it’s a Netflix binge with takeout, pampering ourselves, or spreading love by doing something kind for others, we can turn Valentine’s Day into something that serves us. Personally, I’m looking forward to a cozy night in, wearing my comfiest sweats, and indulging in “Schitt’s Creek.” It’s the little things that make it all worthwhile.
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In summary, Valentine’s Day can be reimagined as a day for self-care and kindness rather than a reminder of unmet expectations. Whether you choose to indulge in your favorite treats or spread joy to others, how you celebrate is entirely up to you.
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