Do you think valintine has become too commercial when it is supposed to be a time to celebrate relationships?
146705
No, not really (playing devils advocate here) \n\nI have seen about 10 questions at least asking what to get someone for Valentines Day.  At least all this merchandise gives these people something to give!  I like to buy a big heart box for my husband and little boxes for my kids & maybe a stuffed animal for them and I'm glad these are available!
902506
I think they're fine when they're realistically portrayed, and make sense in the context of the story. Just like any other relationship, really.\n\nI don't like it when they're put into soaps etc for tokenism or to generate headlines.
707616
i agree. i still like to cuddle and get to know someone. i think it's the way it is today it becuase of holloywood. in all movies and tv shows, what do you see? sex and more sex. dont get me wrong, i like sex, but thats all the big movie screens are showing. and even young girls and guys are beginning to jump right into bed, not really knowing what sex is!!! i think the good ole' days are long gone due to the big screens and just the way times are these days!!
240999
It has been my experience that women confuse self-gain with romance. \nGenerally a woman will expect a material gesture like jewellery, flowers or some kind of gift as a sign of love and they will consider it to be romantic.  \nTo me, romance is doing something out of the ordinary to show how much you care, and that does not involve putting a price tag on things.  \nIt has also been my experience that most men share this opinion and therefore i would consider men more romantic than women. \nIt really depends how you define 'romance'.  \n\nRemember this is based on the people I know and have met and is NOT my opinion of women as an entirety.  \nI'd love to be proven wrong on this.
772356
Now you know I love big evil commercial plots and mayhem, boy, but I do love me some mayhem, but I don't think that age should be a factor in your enjoyment of the holidays.  Granted the crass commercialization of the holidays is a bore and can be off putting simply because it all seems to lose its meaning underneath the onslaught of the ads, sales and those horrible little dudes in the uniforms who stand outside grocery stores ringing that damn bell!  Will no one silence these bells once and for all?!!!  \n\nOh...uhm, sorry...where was I?  Oh man, I lost my train of thought...perhaps Santa will bring me another one for Christmas...must dash off and write him a quick note.  \n\nBut before I do...If you would like a couple of teenagers to spend the holidays with you...I can arrange that...their lazy as all get out...but I have a feeling you could whip them into shape.
218135
I don't feel that it is taboo as much as it is something special. It is something that is almost enchanting. Two people become one in emotion and it is the most beautiful thing. I believe that it is better that it doesn't happen more often because I think that If you do it too often it begins to lose some of its meaning.
34684
I think it would be more romantic to get married on a day that has personal significance to a couple, instead of a day that is more generally symbolic like V-Day. Plus, if you marry on a day that you both find super special (like the day you met or the first day you both kissed), you get an extra present! LOL. You miss out on a V-Day gift if your anniversary is the same day!!!
413626
Amen sister! lol I was thinking I was the only one who felt that way. I married my husband for life....and it is the best relationship ever because I know his vows were sincere too...Seems like no one wants to work at relationships these days...I think its too many TV shows that show love and romance as all fun and games and break ups as nothing major...people have no idea how great it is to have a best friend, a spouse, and a lover all in one!
330277
No.  If you and your partner are both agreeable it can be be fun and add excitement to your relationship.
166611
yes, ofcourse!\nvalentine's day, for me, is a day when you can spend it woth your loved one, sweetheart...etc.\njust celebrate your love!!!
782059
Everyone is saying that these days and I feel the same.  It is not only because it is around the time of my birthday but there is a different feel to the Christmas season.  \n\nIt is a fact that people act nicer to one another and things they would have ignored or treated slightly during the rest of the year, they seem to become more attentive to and kinder to each other.  \n\nAs life rolls by, the peace appears to be less and less.  A phrase that is being beaten to a frazzle in these times is "There's is no more love!"  People are very much afraid to talk, be friendly and just live as before.  I don't exactly blame them - it's the times in which we live.  \n\nIt's just a shame, that's all!
204788
I believe I know what you're talking about and it's sad that you and other people have to refer to love/romance/sex as "the game".  I don't like playing games when it comes to my heart and I refuse to play them.  That's why I don't follow specific rules when trying to meet people.  I don't waste my time on certain pick up lines.  I try to look good, but I'm not going to change how I like to appear for a woman.  I'm not going to try to act better to impress someone either.  If you are really looking for a relationship with someone, then why do all those stupid things?  Your true self is eventually going to reveal itself in the end anyway and a lot of break-ups happen because people find out months or even years later that they really don't like who the other person "really is".  So yes, I am 28 years old and I've been fed up with the game since I was a little kid.  I started observing B.S. things about relationships and how to start one very early in life.
911489
unfortunately,nowadays,if it doesn't fall into the "instant gratification" catagory,people forget......\nsociety has no moral stamina.
221651
We live in a world where marketing has taken a standard of living from one essense to another.  People believe more is better and that they have to have everything, often the things that make life more entertaining or bring a higher status with them in the eyes of society.  \n\nIt's sad because when you realize what the true necessities in your life are you see that the luxuries are just cosmetic lifts...the necessities are those that give you life not take life from you.
154263
Neither really--it may sound cliche, but there is a time and place for meaningful relationships, and at other times you need the less complicated "meaningless" relationships.  I think what is more important is knowing what your needs are.  If you are not having the realationships you want, then things need to change.  If you are enjoying your life, whether in meaningful or meaningless relationships, then no change is required.  You should feel no guilt about NOT being in a really deep connection with someone.  It may not be the time for that in your life.
604461
I have to agree with Y Stroke 28. I think its a blast to be single, going out with girlfriends, partying, and just having a really good time. However, I think it does get a little old, and eventually you want that person to come home to, or like y stroke 28 said, just having that companionship of knowing someone really cares about you. I on one hand would like to get married, and eventually have children someday, so I really do not want to stay single for too long. I love to be single, but it does get old to me. But I don't think being single is a bad thing...I just like to know that I have someone to care about and share things with...and cuddling!\nGood Question!
104217
I'm with you there! The idea is really sweet but its turned into a majorly comeralized thing! You see all these ads for roses, chocolate, jewlary and it gets so annoying after a while!