Today is Valentine’s Day. Few women ever forget this holiday. They like romance, being held by that special someone and being told they are loved. Many partners have gotten in big trouble on this day because they forgot to give the gift that says, I love you. If you are reading this on Valentine’s morning and have forgotten to get that special something, or find this post taped to the bathroom mirror, you still have time to redeem the day. They say Valentine’s Day is the day for lovers. That is all well and good if you have a lover you like. Otherwise, the day can be a bust. Too often the expectations of flowers, chocolate and a romantic dinner go unfulfilled. A day that celebrates love should not be a disappointment for so many. Perhaps we need to re-frame what Valentine’s Day is all about. I think Valentine’s Day can be expanded to embrace all those who love life and hope that our tomorrows will be better than today. Why not tell that special girlfriend, brother or neighbor that you love them and give thanks for them being in your life? An unexpected gift on this day will express just how much you value friendships. It is no surprise that friendships often outlast our romantic relationships.

It’s been said the best way to get back at our enemies is to love them and give them what they need. Hearts of stone can turn to hearts of flesh with the smallest gesture of kindness. Our detractors do not expect us to be kind or really listen to them. Yet when we hear stories from those who bristle at us, we often hear words of pain, sorrow and fear that have nothing to do with us. Love can win over our staunchest enemy. While loving others on this day, remember to love yourself. Loving oneself is a sign of wisdom. When we love ourselves into wholeness, there is more of ourselves to give away.

In these stressful economic times, with the stock market still sinking and unemployment at a 30-year high, we must cling to those values that are rock solid. Love is simple — not jealous, envious or rude. Real love has nothing to do with dress size, quantity of hair on one’s head, or the value of one’s 401(k). Love desires us to be our best selves and for us to be happy.

I am fortunate to know what real love looks like and feels like. I am sending my Valentines Greetings a few thousand kilometers north to the important person in my life. Happy Valentine’s Day!

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