Well, it's official: April is definitely serious about her showers. But I have to admit-- that only makes me more excited for the vibrant colors of May. As the weather shifts and the snowpocalypse becomes a distant-- albeit traumatizing-- memory, the people of Cincinnati are finally setting aside the blankets and sweatshirts and emerging from their warm homes to go out and enjoy our gorgeous city. So I sifted through blogs and tweets to find events so exciting they may even give you or your date a case of spring fever. (Click the picture for a link to more info).
It is a myth in our culture that a person must be in a relationship to celebrate or enjoy Valentine’s Day. Who started that, anyway? All finger-pointing aside, I think it’s time for a paradigm shift. Romantic love is not the only form of love. Coupled up or not, we at Brighter Dates want to encourage our readers to think beyond cliche images of red roses and assorted chocolates this year. As an alternative, I’ve compiled a list of simple and inclusive ways for Cincinnatians to celebrate Valentine’s Day through gratitude, compassion, and giving.
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