Hey you.

Yes, I’m talking to you. The one who has been dreading this day since you first spotted the heart-shaped candy lining the shelves as soon as Christmas was over. The one who will sit in class and watch as flowers and balloons are delivered to what seems like everyone but you. The one who is dreading the endless sappy social media posts that will flood your news feeds. The one who feels like everyone in the world has someone but you. The one who is spending their first Valentine’s Day alone. The one who isn’t so happily married. The one who just feels utterly and completely alone. Please know you are not forgotten. You are dearly loved far beyond your comprehension. You are worth more than what any overpriced flowers, candy, balloons, jewelry or cards can express.

There is One who loves you- the One Who created the entire universe. He knows every detail about you, down to the hairs on your head, and still loves you more than anyone can fathom.

Smile. Take heart, it’s just a day. A day that I pray will be a blessed one for you as you grasp just how truly loved you are.