Feel the Love.

Valentine's Day

For some it's a much anticipated holiday and for others it's completely dreaded. I personally love Valentine's Day and always have. I think it's a beautiful concept to set aside a day that is completely devoted to love in any form. As a tribute to St. Valentine and everything the holiday represents here is a list of the 5 best things about Valentine's Day in no particular order (in my opinion anyway).

1. Unexpected Love- It's always nice to receive kind words or a treat from someone you aren't expecting anything from. It's even better to give unexpected gifts of appreciation and love. Everyone in life has someone to be thankful for and why not take the opportunity to tell them on a holiday centered around love?

2. Chick Flicks- I am a huge fan of chick flicks. They may be a little mushy and sometimes even a bit unrealistic but I enjoy a nice feel good story with a happy ending from time to time. There is always a chick flick that comes out around Valentine's Day and with so many thrillers, dramas, and action movies it's nice to be able to relax, not be on the edge of your seat and just watch someone fall in love. 

3. CANDY! There's something about Valentine's Day candy that just tastes better. There are all sorts of specialty products that come out around the middle of January which always adds festivity to the stores. It's also great from a marketing perspective because you can tailor specific products and campaigns towards the holiday and possibly reach a new audience of consumers.

  4. Calories Don't Count. Just like every other holiday I think everyone is allowed to eat whatever they want without having to count calories and worry about it. I mean Valentine's Day only comes once a year so why not spoil yourself and eat a couple chocolates. and ice cream. and cookies. and cake. and whatever else your little heart desires. Things just taste better when it's a holiday. 

5. Everyone is just happier. I've always loved holidays but I especially love Valentine's Day because it's the only day of the year that you can be cheesy and loving for basically no reason at all. I think it's important to realize that everyone has someone in their life to love every single day and Valentine's Day gives us a reason to celebrate that. Happy Valentine's Day!  

xoxo Brooke xoxo