Happy Greeting Card Day!

Nothing says "I love you" like a card bought for someone because you think you have to.

Let's face it: even 'Dear Abby' has no idea where Valentine's Day originated, or if St. Valentine even existed. All she has are theories. Hallmark and other greeting card and candy companies would have you believe that Valentine's Day is a time-tested and beloved tradition that everyone can celebrate regardless of religion, color or creed. And guess what? It's working! Valentine's Day is second only to Christmas in the sheer volume of greeting card purchases. If I were the government, I'd hire that ad guy to sell the health bill to the public.

Bah humbug, you say to me. I do have fond memories of being in elementary school and trading Valentine cards with my classmates. And some not so fond memories of it as well. But doesn't that apply to nearly everything in life? There's good and bad. I just think there are better ways -- and a whole lot more days -- to say "I Love You" than once a year because TV/Culture/A Store tells you to. See, I'd be thrilled to pieces with the gift of a hot dreamy bubble bath to soak in - anything that offers joint pain relief from the day to day joys of being a mom.