Valentine’s Day is just one more holiday to make it through without getting hammered by relatives asking if you have a new Sig O, or the repetitive heartwrencher of, “what happened to your ex?” It’s almost over, I promise. Being single is so much more fun! I’m an independent woman and I don’t need a man (just yet).
Here’s 14 reasons why you can have a kick-ass Valentine’s Day with yourself and still feel freakin’ awesome:
1. Wine sales galore. Spec’s is promoting all the local South Texas Wineries, so BOGO and $5 off one bottle is in action. Their intention for the sales might be for all those candlelit dinners that will commence this coming Saturday/Sunday night, but my intentions are polar opposite. I’m definitely stocking up and filling my wine rack! A whole bottle to my self sounds a lot more reasonable, plus downing a bottle of wine is still classy right?
2. Delivery services are speedy. Everyone is out on the Riverwalk or making pasta at home, so my large supreme Pizza Hut for one will take less than half an hour.
3. Avoiding DTR. Being single allows you to not have to be the one to break the rule and ask your bed buddy “what are we?” The question that either cuts you off and ends the slight relationship you had, or in turn could work out and lead to exploring options of taking the next step. So much awkwardness can unveil if you pop the question. Let’s go ahead and avoid it at all cost.
4. No v-day gift shopping. So that means extra cash to spend on wine, pizza, Redbox, and all the candy that goes on sale on the 15th.
5. Candy. Yes, it deserves its own number, because it actually is very important. Monday morning, all the candy will be 50% off or more! I need all the chocolate boxes I can get my hands on. Also, bags of Reese’s are never a bad idea to keep lying around.
6. Work. Everyone will be begging you to cover their shift so they can go out with their significant other. You can work those nights and make that money! You’re an independent woman and money is the motive.
7. No shave Nov… February. Yeah, my leg hair may or may not be still growing.
8. Chick flick selection is on point. Bring out the tissues, your dependable pals Ben & Jerry, and the softest blanket, cause we’re taking a feels trip and no one’s here to stop us.e
9. Sweatpants, messy bun, chilling with no makeup on. Blowing cash on sexy lingerie is so not necessary when my lace boy-cut panties and my Nike sports bra are so much comfier for me, myself, and I.
10. If Mother Nature wants to spring up on me and bring the crimson tide, it’s okay. No biggie, no plans.
11. Pity gifts. “Yes mom, I’d love a new pair of Kendra’s for Valentine’s Day and a box of chocolate strawberries.” At least someone loves me.
12. New matches. I don’t know about y’all but my tinder is popping. Everyone’s scrambling for a new boo for the weekend, but hey I don’t mind the swipes.
13. No date means more time to work out. Spring break is coming up, you can use this free time to hit up the rec and get your bod lookin’ right!
14. You don’t need a buddy to study. Being single this Valentine’s Day means you’ll actually have time to catch up on your reading, or get a head start on your midterm paper. You’ve got this night free, so go ahead and get your study on!
There’s more than 14, but you get the point. There’s no need to feel salty; do whatever makes you happy and it’s just like any other night. Have fun! *cue Beyonce single ladies hand wave*