I can relate to the feeling pressure associated with Valentine's Day. It seems like a gauge for a relationship--how good Valentine's Day is equals how good your relationship is. But the only reason we feel that is because we know people who believe it, having given in to the messages of florists and chocolatiers.

I like what you said at the end, about Valentine's Day being a reminder to spread love. That's what it should be, I think. That's the true meaning of Valentine's Day :)