Ah yes, the day of love, overpriced chocolates, and way too much PDA. Happy Valentine’s Day, everyone—even you sad, lonely souls out there. You are seen. You are valid. You are probably crying into a pint of ice cream, and that’s okay.

This year feels… weird. I think this is the first Valentine’s Day I’ve actually been single in a long, long time. Like, I forgot what it even feels like. Am I supposed to be bitter? Am I supposed to be free? Do I buy myself chocolates or just sit in the dark like a Victorian widow mourning love itself? Who knows!

But hey, if you’re in love, good for you. I hope today is everything you want it to be. And if you’re single like me—whether you’re thriving or contemplating texting your ex (don’t do it, I believe in you)—just remember, this day will be over in 24 hours. And then all that discounted candy is ours.

Anyway, I’m just gonna go back to sleep and pretend this day doesn’t exist. Wake me up when it’s February 15th.
 

Happy Valentine’s Day… or whatever.
 

AJ★RG