The Truth About Why We Don’t Celebrate Valentine’s Week

Love is not about a date on the calendar. It’s not about grand gestures on specific days dictated by trends. For me, love is in the little things. It's in the unplanned coffee dates and the late-night conversations. It's in the everyday moments that make life beautiful. That’s why I don’t celebrate Valentine’s Week.

But that doesn’t mean I don’t celebrate love. In fact, I do—just on a day that actually means something to us.

February 26: Our Real Valentine's Day

For most people, February is all about chocolates, roses, and candlelight dinners. It is a month dedicated to celebrating love in its many forms. But for me, February 26 holds far more significance. It marks the day Lovely said “yes” to my proposal. This moment forever turned an ordinary day into a lifelong memory to cherish. The anticipation was palpable. It was filled with a mix of excitement and nervousness as I knelt before her.

That single moment, with her sparkling eyes reflecting joy and surprise, was worth more than a thousand scripted celebrations. It embodied the pure essence of love. It sealed our commitment and paved the way for a beautiful journey together. This journey is filled with shared dreams, laughter, and countless adventures.

Love Doesn’t Need a Calendar Reminder

Do we really need a dedicated week to express love? If love is genuine, it’s there in every moment, in every gesture, and in every silent glance exchanged. I don’t need a ‘Propose Day’ to tell Lovely how much she means to me. I don’t need a ‘Promise Day’ to assure her of my commitment. These are things I do naturally, without a reminder.

Every day with her is a celebration. Sometimes we share a Five Star candy while watching a movie. Other times, I randomly text her a silly joke to make her smile. That's the love that lasts.

The Pulwama Attack: A Reality Check

Another reason I don’t celebrate Valentine’s Week is because of what happened on February 14, 2019. The Pulwama attack was a heart-wrenching reminder that while some were exchanging roses, families were losing their loved ones.

It felt wrong to celebrate when our soldiers were making the ultimate sacrifice. How do I enjoy a day filled with artificial romance when the country was mourning? Since then, I have never looked at February 14 the same way. While others are planning their dates, I take a moment to remember those who laid down their lives for us.

Love is Personal, Not Commercial

Valentine’s Week has turned into a marketing festival. Brands push people to buy gifts, expensive dinners, and luxury getaways. The essence of love is lost in the noise of consumerism.

True love doesn’t need validation through gifts. It’s in the everyday moments—the ones that don’t make it to social media but mean the world in real life.

For me, love is not bound by a week. It’s a lifetime of moments, and I choose to celebrate it in my own way.

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