Have you ever wondered what boys REALLY think about Valentine’s Day? Is it just an over-priced holiday made up by Hallmark to trick men into spending $50 on an oversized teddy bear? What about college guys who are in an awkward friends with benefits situation? Read on to see what some Ohio University boys said about their feelings toward Valentine’s Day.
“I think Valentine’s Day is a greeting card holiday. I don’t mind showing my girlfriend that I care about her, but I don’t think Valentine’s Day is all it’s cracked up to be. And I think girls should pay for half, at least at our age. Most college students are broke or at least in debt, so a split of the tab shows more caring than a box of candy, in my opinion.” Zachary Ward
“Hallmark holiday for sure!” Sean Gallagher
“I think it’s something that should vary from couple to couple based on how important they think it is. They should probably talk about it.” Collin Gossel
“It’s a day set aside where you can be reminded about who is important in your life at that time. Most people spoil those they love anyways so Valentine’s Day isn’t all that different… It’s important to remember that just because someone is spending money on you doesn’t mean that they love you more. Money shouldn’t even be a way to judge how much someone cares for you. ” Aaron Soya
“I feel like Valentines Day is a couple’s holiday and it’s dumb that the gift giving is only one sided. Personally, I think that couples should do something fun together and not worry about presents or how much it costs. I feel anniversaries should be the same.” Nick Domicone
“Hallmark holiday or not; it’s a chance to make a statement to the special person in your life and I think that is a dual statement for men and women. Where it came from or why it’s in our society doesn’t really matter. What matters is in America it is acknowledged as the day for love so personally any statement you are willing to make, big or small is good.” Mark Witt
“I like Valentines Day. It’s just once a year, and it’s a good excuse to go out and do something romantic that you normally wouldn’t do. I don’t mind shelling out the money since its only once a year. And I think that usually the best Valentines Day things aren’t very expensive. Just spending the day together and doing something you enjoy. It does depend whether or not you’re in a relationship. If you aren’t then you just really don’t care that it’s Valentines Day. If you are in one, then obviously it’s at least a somewhat big deal. The only shitty situation is when you just started talking to someone, but it’s not official, or you have a crush on someone, and you don’t know whether or not you should do something for them or not.” Paul Waked
“In my perspective, I think girls need to know they’re loved and appreciated so it’s not just about candy or a free dinner. Yeah, I dread paying the money but the girl deserves it (maybe) and she should only have to pay half in extreme circumstances. My intentions are usually pure but if I get something in return, awesome. Sometimes it’s hard to come up with good ideas, especially depending on where you live. I want to come up with something original but sometime you will just have to settle for dinner. One time we went to a nice restaurant and the special was lamb chops. Awesome night.” Joseph Haas