Happy Valentine's Day

Hello love doves,

I hope everyone had an amazing Valentine's Day. More importantly, I hope no hearts were bitter, because that is the antithesis for this day. As a single lady, (now put your hands up! haha) yesterday I was reminded that I don't have to have a significant other to be in love. I am madly in love with my friends; they have been there for me in ways, a year ago, I couldn't imagine were possible! I am forever grateful for them, probably more than they will ever know. I am also loving school and my organizations. I feel like I'm growing up with every project I take on, and I strengthen my independence with every day. With this independence comes an illogical need to be with my parents and hold onto them as long as I can. My parents, highschool sweethearts, will be married for 31 years this February 24. They have instilled in me what REAL love is. "It's not easy" my dad says constantly. I am amazed with every day how pure their love is and it reminds me of the possibilities that are still out there for me. It is because of this, my parents; friends and life, that I genuinely say to you, Happy Valentine's Day!