First published in Saltwater Girl 15.2 (February 2013)
The Big V is on its way with hearts and red roses in tow. Single and stressed you’re going to be the only one without a man showering you in love and gifts? Chill lady, there are plenty of reasons why being boyfriend-less on the 14th of February is awesome.
1) Real love
Let’s be honest, boyfriends come and go but family and friends will have a special place in your heart forever. Instead of splurging all your lurve and mula on a dude rather shower all the people who really matter with it.
2) Next level me time
If all these folks already have ‘real’ Valentines don’t fall into the pity ditch, there’s still someone who you can drench in attention, and that my friend is yourself. Put on a mix of all your favourite tunes, haul out your nail kit and give yourself a mani and pedi. Once done apply a facemask and while it dries jam to your tracks while simultaneously munching on your favourite treats. Me time is the business, get involved.
3) Flaunt it
By now you should be feeling and looking damn fine. No need to waste it. Head to the beach and work it in front of all the guys, who are obviously single, or in, typical boy style have forgotten it’s Valentines Day.
4) No admin
That’s the thing about the male species, they don’t have a built in diary that keeps track of special days like we do. So by being single there is no way you have to deal with the disappointment of your bloke forgetting while you have spent the last few weeks buying gifts and preparing a romantic date.
5) No disappointment
Girls with boyfriends will drop hints for days before Valentines about what they want or where they want their man to take them on the big day. Problem is guys aren’t always that attentive when it comes to this and will often miss the hints completely and end up taking their chick to Wimpy for a milkshake, when really she wanted a romantic picnic on the beach. No chance you’re going to be disappointed today lady, you want a picnic? Go on and have one, it’s your day so do as you please.
6) Ka-ching!
Another huge plus is your bank balance won’t be drained. Instead of spending a whole months pocket money on cheesy gifts for a silly boy head to the mall and spoil yourself with a new dress or lip-gloss. I mean I know it feels good to give, but c’mon it feels better to receive!
7) Do it for the sweatshop kids
Speaking of those cheesy gifts, you know the teddies holding hearts and all that junk, majority of those fluffies are made in China, by underpaid minors. So in essence, by being single you are taking a stand against child labour, go you!
8) Cringe proof
Valentines Day brings the hysterical side out in girls; it’s like a shoe sale, but worse. If you’re unattached there is no way you’ll form part of the drones of giggling girls cooing over a slab of chocolate and cut out heart. You’re saving yourself from embarrassment plus you’ll look super cool in front of the guys, who find hysterical girls kinda scary.
9) The element of surprise
When you have a boyfriend it’s a given he’ll be your Valentine (if he remembers that is) but when you’re single you’re fair game. That means you could be surprised with a couple of gifts from anonymous (or not so anonymous) admirers. This is where the excitement of Valentines lies and when you’re hooked up there isn’t much chance you’ll get to revel in this kinda buzz.
9) Be a secret admirer
Send cute little cards and treats to all the boys you think are rad. You don’t have a boyfriend around so don’t hold back. It’ll give you a secret thrill plus you’ll make a whole bunch of boys’ day.
10) The true spirit of V-day
Valentines Day is about honouring and celebrating what you love most. If there isn’t a guy in your life that fits this description then dedicate your day to something close to your heart. If you’re an eco warrior go out and plant a special tree as an ode to Mother Nature. Animal crazy? Head to your local SPCA and make a lonely dog or cat’s day by taking them a juicy piece of meat and a ball to play with. This will fill your heart with love, and that’s what Valentines is all about…
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