Ok over the years I have seen far too many people; Romantic Fools let Valentines day panic them into a mess. Sometimes it works out to be funny some times not. How would you or have you managed to keep Cupid from shooting down your life? Do you have a ripcord date on the holiday?

Valentines Day is for kids. In my book it is just another day like a thursday.

Valentine's day...is a day to celebrate, no matter your current status. We already have to few days to party on, so here is a good opportunity to beat the winter blahs and dance the night away. I look forward to a causal date, live music,dancing, eating and drinking and revelling late into night with friends,of similar minds ...

Does it really mean so much to you that you would let it drag you down if you didn't get any message/card/pressie?

It doesn't really bother me. I realize I might find someone again eventually. To me it's just another day.

I'll celebrate the day I'm not in a relationship but it could be worse celebrate the possibilities of a new love in the future

I love Valentines day.. Sorry I must be one of those "Romantic Fools"..

Last year I wasn't in a relationship I went to a lovely hotel down in Seward and had a pampered weekend.

I don't think I have ever got into a panic when I have been in a relationship. I think sometimes the less is better.

The thoughts and feelings are what counts.

Just luv the way your mind works. Sometimes I even show up dateless, and still party on, have fun and dance as if no one is watching..lol..Yup, you could never know, but the next relationship, may just start at one of these do's....

Valentines Day.......that's what hookers are for.

Well I was always in relationship so valentine is a magical day for me and yes you can add me to the "Romantic fool" list

After my divorce , I made it a point of scheduling dates with family or friends to distract myself from a romantic void, but a few years ago, all my plans fell through last minute and I was determined not to mope.i put on my most flattering outfit and took myself out to dinner. I literally was the only uncoupled person there, but i ordered a decadent meal and dessert and journaled my thoughts, while i listened to some bitchin music on my phone . I wasn't hammered with wine, but surprisingly enjoying myself! Since then, i don't feel the need to prove myself to anybody on valentine if I'm not in a relationship. I will always want to have that special someone . I'm admittedly wired that way, but i know how to make the most of alone time. I just read what I wrote and it's sounding super cheesy. Sorry for killing your afternoon buzz guys...

Looks up at the Op..for one second..
Oh yeah!! I have a plan...

goes back... To continue blowing up sex doll..wink

I have never had a reason to Valentines day in my life, but on the upside I've also never been in a situation that I felt I needed to fill some girls jewelry box ether.

I wouldn't call them romantic fools, just people who care deeply about their partner, nothing wrong with that.

Sorry I think I should have illustrated the thought behind the post. I was trying to leave it wide open and not direct the responses.

I do agree there is something especially nice about "Romantic Fools" if it is genuine. I am probably the biggest sucker when it comes to Valentines Public Displays of Affection as anyone. Probably more tolerant of the ones that go a little more overboard then than any other time since it is kind of expected.

Over the years I have seen people, nice people, who so want romance that they sometimes jump the gun and put themselves in really "painful or funny situations."

Some are really kind of cool when what you are expecting is way different than what you get. Those in relationships know what that is like for sure. lol

I think I was more asking for how people handle dating around Valentines so that the cart does not get before the horse with out maybe discouraging cupid too much. Have you ever felt rushed?

The ripcord question is do you tend to avoid people who seem to have a big rush to have a date just because it is Valentines? And then once they do the whole nine yards does/did it fizzle? You know it is just one of those little romances and that really was just "play" so you just enjoy the moment and move on?

For instance would you adjust your schedule for intimacy because someone made a major play for Valentines?

Were you ever swept off your feet?

So I think there are a lot of ways to go... I return the mic to the floor. lol

Yes, I am a Romantic Fool
However, I have never let that day "run (or ruin) my life". My late husband and I were always on the same page of "if we have the $$, time and energy....YES", if we didn't..then no problem. I never expected big, extravagant, pricey "things" from him and same with him.
I have always given our children little gifts and continue to do so even though they are now 23 and 25. I enjoy it.

The Gentleman that I am in a relationship with now is very romantic, but I have made it clear that I do not "expect" anything. IF he does, ok, but no biggie if he doesn't.

I am with you Mel. If I have or don't have a sweetie I tend to spread the love around on Valentines; especially as another "Grandma day" lol.

I love sweets so of course I pass out candy.

Was a big deal when we had caregivers coming into the home because you just look for a opportunity to thank those people for having a big heart. I am not against any professional but the true heroes in the community are the caregivers many of them are unpaid or under paid.

I am romantic but not a total fool, ooh but honestly I had been a romantic fool once or twice in my life? Lol! Those were the days when my heart was over my head I am the type who marks the significant days in my life and yes I do celebrate it but I don't get panicked. I love Valentine's day but most of the time I don't have a bf so I celebrate it with my friends , we go out and have fun..... but a date with my bf on Valentine's day with all the people bustling and panicking around, not my cup of tea to join in the crowd , I prefer to just celebrate it in a not too crowded place, at home or quiet place is more pleasant to have a special dinner or maybe celebrate it on the next day. But it's the thought that counts, remembering your loved ones and show your affection on this special day is a heart warming feeling:)