On Sat, 15 Feb 2014 12:51:26 -0500, Gary > wrote:

>l not -l wrote:
>>
>> The most ridiculous V-day item I saw at the supermarket was the two-pack of
>> heart-shaped filet mignon - what a bargain at only $2 more per pound than
>> usual.
>>
>> The car dealer "service advisor" offered a rose when I paid for my oil
>> change. Is there no business that has the good sense to just conduct
>> business as usual on Saint Valentine's Day?
>
>Valentine's Day is just a marketing ploy to drum up over inflated
>business for many companies....flowers, candy, cards, jewelry. If you
>have a significant other that you truly love, every single day of the
>year can and should be "valentine's day." February 14th should be
>just one day out of 365 to express your love for each other.
>
>G.

Sure, but it is nice to go a bit overboard for your sweetie once in a
while.

She made me her favorite cake (she made mine last Sunday) and I made
her dinner with a couple of extra touches.

We did not exchange cards or buy overpriced flowers, but I did buy her
a big chocolate covered strawberry from the bakery when I was there.