A Valentine's Reminder

We have approached yet another celebration of love which is often considered a day that’s segregated to romance, but is always shared as a day felicitating every loving relationship we share with one another. We have been through perhaps the toughest season our times have faced , and we have mourned the loss of many loved ones both near and far. During the pandemic, we have been enlightened further of the true meaning of both individuality and community, being unique and generic, and loving oneself and others. As we celebrate the 14^th of February respectfully named after St. Valentine- martyred for his acts of justice towards authentic lovers- let’s remember that during our stay on this side of life’s raging waters our duties to ourselves and one another should be founded and built on genuine, true, love.

Let’s remember to take care of those not only weaker than us physically, but those whose differences we may not agree with, those whose perspectives we may dislike, and those who we may detest due to their inherent negativity. Let’s remind ourselves that loving from the distance can and should be done whenever required, but that loving in the action itself should never stop. Let’s take an extra look at our elders, our young children, and remember that often those who seem like they don’t deserve love are the ones who need it the most.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

© Anu Madhubhashinie

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