I remember being a young girl, dreaming about what it would be like to get a Valentine from a boy. Most years, even though I probably seemed okay on the outside, it was really disappointing on the inside to not get anything from a boy. Now that I have two girls of my own, I guess that’s why I struggle with this “holiday” because yes, on one hand it’s fun to celebrate and I’m always down for a party... but on the other hand, I don’t want my kids to grow up thinking their worth will come from another person who thinks they’re pretty or wants to be with them. I want them to know it’s okay to be your own Valentine. 💕
