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[vermint]

DH & I quit even exchanging cards years ago, just don't care about it. We've loved each other for 55 years, and don't need a special day to show it!

Those who do celebrate, enjoy!

[mrshckynut]

@Shanus   we will celebrate that day as our 24th wedding anniversary. it is just another typical day as far as what we choose to do. my husband chooses not to go out much anymore since his latest chf diagnosis. might just pick up some mexican food as that is our favorite

mrshckynut 

[mrshckynut]

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@Susan Louise wrote:

DH & I got married on Valentine's Day in 2000...  

@Susan Louise   we got married on the same day in 2002

mrshckynut 

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[Neetgal2]

Yes, my family always celebrated.  Cards and gifts.  My grandparents, parents, husband all did.  I always did with my children, niece and nephew later on.   Now just my two grandchildren.  I buy them a dress or sweater with hearts if they want it, along with a card, gift card to their favorite restaurant or coffee shop.  I always got jewelry from my DH, a card and dinner out.  Not on Valentine's Day, but a week before.❤️. I gave cards to all.

[shoekitty]

no, not anymore.  My husband and I might get sushi or something. No cards, and stuff!   when grandkids were small we did celebrate a bit more. But it gets to be too much. We go all out for Christmas, Easter, birthdays, but now I let the grands take care of their partners. We have family birthdays here almost every month but Oct, lol. And then in Oct I have friends, siblings,.. so it gets bit much. 

[MoonieBaby]

My husband’s daughter is getting married on Vday. So I guess this year it’ll be a big deal.
No, her big day does not have a theme. Not a heart in sight. Hope she has a great time.

[FancyPhillyshopper]

I celebrate all the holidays, because, why not?

Romance is always high on my list! I actually have a small collection of frilly, detailed paper Valentine's Day cards and postcards from Victorian times.

For Valentine's Day husband and I are usually away somewhere if it is during President's Day weekend, because that is a very popular ski holiday time. 

If we are away or local, we almost always go out to dinner.  Yes, most fine restaurants in Philly offer a special menu, usually quite fancy and a bit pricey, but it is an elegant and enjoyable experience. I will always wear red or pink.

I am not a big fan of cut flowers, so I never receive roses, etc. but a pretty piece of jewelry is always welcome!

I just ordered the Primetime special J441754 CJ bracelet in garnet for my mother for Valentine's Day!

[nrm]

@Shanus My son,mid thirties always gives me a big heart box of chocolates and a card. I always get a little weepy because he's so thoughtful. 

[Roscoe the Rascal]

Not any more.  Use to be a bigger thing but times have changed and little ones grown.  I still get a little something for them.  Just for fun.  

If my husband was still around he would get me my card and chocolates.  I always said don't stop the chocolates.  We use to do special meals too.  I miss that.

[Shanus]

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@mrshckynut wrote:

@Shanus   we will celebrate that day as our 24th wedding anniversary. it is just another typical day as far as what we choose to do. my husband chooses not to go out much anymore since his latest chf diagnosis. might just pick up some mexican food as that is our favorite

mrshckynut 

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@mrshckynut   Do you minnd sharing what is "chf"? It must be a life change for you both.