Pots and Pans
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
VALENTINE’S Day is over. But shouldn't we continue to love, show love and be loved?
First thing that comes into our mind when we talk of valentine is love. And usually it is the love between two people, most often single, and is in the process of getting into a serious relationship or something deeper.
What about the love between a married couple? Parental love? Brotherly or sisterly love? Or even "friendly" love?
Then there are flowers, specifically red roses and chocolates to be given away as presents on this special day of love. And lately, other foodstuffs are given away that is mostly made with chocolates, what else? Chocolate cakes, chocolate cupcakes, chocolate candies, chocolate cookies, etc. Then there are also balloons and edible candy bouquet arrangements. Teddy bears, bracelets, necklace and other expensive stuffs.
What about a romantic candle light dinner or lunch? With soft music being played in the background. Just the two of you. How sweet can it get?
We do a lot of crazy things in the name of love and I am pretty sure that at one time or the other, we did all these things so many times looking for the right person. It might not be on Valentine’s Day but nevertheless, that special day becomes extra special for the rest of our lives!
A normal and growing up process, we all do "fall" in love at one time or the other. It seems like our world now revolves around that special someone. That "kilig" factor and the feeling of not knowing what to expect or do. Feeling jittery, feeling nauseous or being tongue-tied. Sounds familiar?
It is the thrill, the happy feeling, the expected outcome of hearing the words "I Love You!" from your love one that really makes the world spin at that precise moment. And that first kiss! Oh, who could forget that? Then comes the first month-sary, and the rest of the anniversaries that one showers their loved ones with flowers and other special gifts!
But what happens after that? Do we still celebrate love aside from the annual hearts day? I believe we should. And we could. At any time of the day, the week, the month or the year!
Keep that flame alive with a little something. It doesn't have to be anything expensive or bought. It could be some little deeds, some little notes, some little gestures, some little actions or just being there for your special someone when you are needed. Remember, actions speak louder than words.
And what could these little things be? It really depends on the needs and how it is done. Spending those special and intimate moments together can be very meaningful for both of you and it does wonders! Do something out of spur of the moment activities. Not all things have to be planned. Sometimes, let nature take its course!
Now, I still believe that love should also involve the other members of the family. Parental love, love for kids, relatives and friends. Not just for a couple as what we would always think during this special day. The sense of being a part of the family, the community and the world in general. Love is what makes the world go round, as the saying goes. And surely, we do need that now.
With all the natural disasters like typhoons, landslide, rockslide and earthquakes that are happening now, we surely need to help each other, extend our helping hands and preach love for world peace.
Hope we all had a wonderful and memorable love day not only on Feb. 14 but throughout the year!
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Published in the Sun.Star Cagayan de Oro newspaper on February 16, 2012.
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