Valentine’s Day Rues

So it’s Valentine’s Day again! Sweet, sweet, funny Valentine.

Roses, bouquets, pin cushions, chocolates, cards and sweet-nothings phone calls. This will be followed by the usual candle light dinners, the disco and a good, warm cuddle on the sofa with your valentine. Possibly, listening to romantic music or a prelude to something more!

Not every one loves Valentine’ Day. For many there are regrets and lamentations. Of love that never came to pass. I am sure we all have our sad stories to tell.

There was this friend of mine. He was the shy type. He had a crush on this ‘office-looking’ lady. Smart girl. Every year, without fail, he sent her a beautiful Valentine’s card, hoping she would phone to thank him. The very least; an email. Nothing. Nada!A big, hollow zero! He did not give up easily and year after year, continued with the ritual and ordeal.

He did speak to her over the phone but it was mostly about office work. And they did lunch occasionally. And believe me-never once did he bring up the matter of the Valentine cards to her.

As his story went, she subsequently left the country to pursue further education and that was the last of their contact. He saw her on the street last year but she did not recognize him. She has lost her youth-resembling an old prunish tai-tai now. If only he knew she would end up looking like this, he would not have wasted his hard-earned cash on those expensive Valentine cards. Only Hallmark truly celebrates Valentine Day. They have so much money in the kitty every year because of this so-called day for lovers!

Then I have another friend who had a crush on this lady. Sweet girl. Vivacious. However, my kawan, he lacked finesse. He sent her a bunch of colourful chrysanthemums instead of the usual roses. That was an instant turn-off and he was given the grand brush-off. A sad story. The girl never married and oftentimes he sees her jogging in the park. What a waste!

Well, to those of you who Cupid favours, have one great Valentine’s Day. No rues, no regrets, no lamentations! Savour the goodness of the day and get your valentine. May your dreams come true!

Quote of the Day:

“Love is an act of endless forgiveness, a tender look which becomes a habit.” Peter Ustinov

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