Shouldn't…but Do

I am a fan of Valentine’s Day.  You might already know that.

While some consider this a Hallmark holiday, I consider it a shame there is only one day per year set aside to express gratitude, love and appreciation for the souls that share our planet.

Every single life is story.  Some connections are regretted, some tightly held forever, long after flesh has given way.  All we really have is that story and each other.

For those that teach my children, clear my street, help me through and dig deep to be decent, this day is for you.  In the broad, seething tide that is humanity, if you are capable of love, there is plenty to be had – if only by staring at the stars.

There might be space and light might seem far off, but while we breathe, and when we do not, no one is ever truly alone.

The snow swirls, the stars shine.  Consider the millions of others.  Love sent is love received.  Happy Valentine’s Day.