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February 08, 2008
Oh, Yeah, That Hallmark Holiday is Coming
I'm really not the most romantic person on the planet, but despite every year protesting that "we don't celebrate Valentine's Day" we usually end up doing something, however small. It's rarely the usual flowers-and-chocolate sort of surprise thing; more often we go out to dinner or do something special together. I think this year, more likely than not, we'll just let it pass by due to being busy with all sorts of other things.
And despite my protestations of not being romantic, there is something nice about getting flowers now and again. One of the coolest arrangements I ever got was a beautiful Oriental-looking vase of orchids for our anniversary. I even blogged about them. (Interesting... that was the anniversary trip where I figured out I was pregnant with the Bug).
What I think is interesting is that this year 1-800-flowers is featuring orchid bouquets in their valentines gifts for him. I think men really vary in their comfort level with receiving flowers, but orchids are certainly among the more manly of flowers. They also have chocolate, green plants, and other goodies if you want to send something to someone of the male persuasion.
On the one hand, it seems a little less personal to order something online for V-day, but on the other hand it's great to have so many ideas in so many price ranges right at your fingertips. I certainly wouldn't argue with chocolate covered strawberries or a surprise flower arrangement. From anyone.