V-Day

Today needn't have been any more special than any other day, but in the end, it was.
I received lovely messages from the people I hold nearest and dearest.
I had a charming backyard picnic with one of my best friends, with homemade cucumber and cream cheese sandwiches (cut into little triangles, of course), brownies, speculoos biscuits, and other culinary delights.
I watched countless funny animal videos with her, followed by Finding Nemo, all the while giggling and carrying on like twelve year olds.
I then made a delicious meal with another best friend, my mama, and finished just in time to run downstairs and greet yet another of my favourite people.
I was met with a bottle of wine, a bunch of flowers, and the words "Am I doing it right?"
I got to enjoy yet another Disney classic, Mulan, after laughing until I almost cried at The Producers.
I could not wipe the giddy smile off my face all night, and it still lingers at the corners of my lips and eyes.
I didn't expect to have such a wonderful day, but when I am surrounded by such beautiful people, I am not surprised that I did.
I, for the first time in my life, like Valentine's Day.
But what I would like more, is if people didn't need a commercial excuse for a holiday to express kindness, friendship, and love.
Please, let every day have the possibility to be the sweetest day of your year.