My Kind of Valentine

I have always thought it a little silly to be someone’s Valentine only 1 day out of the year.  I feel someone should “Valentine” me all 365 days of the year (could be why I’m not married now) and not just “remember” me 1 day out of the year.

In the park behind my apartment, there are several benches all around the 2 mile loop.  This is the only one which is something other than a sturdy, wooden bench.  On it is a plaque…..

It’s a bench set out to remember an individual and their dog.  What makes it even more special is this….

There is a crepe myrtle planted next to the bench.  And it’s decorated for Valentine’s Day.

This is the kind of Valentine I want to be to someone.  Everyday, in all kinds of weather, sturdy and offering a place of rest.