Do romance right today

| February 14, 2014 8:00 PM

We all make mistakes.

What separates those who fail from those who succeed is willingness to learn from mistakes. In the bright light of that truth, we follow up last year's ill-advised critique of Valentine's Day with this message.

Today is an important holiday.

While Valentine's Day might have leaned slightly over the years toward capitalizing on Cupid's commercial appeal, we have learned, the hard way, that it is nonetheless prudent for men to go above and beyond in proclaiming their love for the woman in their lives. At no time is it more important to express that love than it is today.

If you have not gotten a romantic, poetic card for your lover, do so now. Do not even begin to lament the fact that the card costs twice as much as similar cards for other holidays. Valentine's Day is important, and the love or your life is worth far more than this.

Horror of horrors awaits if you even think about skipping the flowers today. A nice floral arrangement, no matter the dollar figure or scarcity of product, is a heavenly scented reminder of your deep feelings for her. We think you agree: She is worth far more than this.

Dinner with a nice bottle of wine? If you haven't made reservations yet there might still be time, but start calling now. Behind the power of perseverance, you might just edge out the guy who reads this editorial 15 minutes later. The girl of your dreams is worth this and much, much more.

And for those of you who are not able to raise the capital necessary to punctuate this important holiday in the finest fiscal fashion, fear not. Pick up pen and paper and begin writing; tell her the 1001 ways in which she captivates your heart and your soul, not just today but every day.

To put it in a way even the bluntest of male instruments might comprehend, Valentine's Day is the Super Bowl of romance. Sneer at the cynical adviser who tells you to get your wallets out and your game faces on. Our advice is to open your heart, show your feelings, and adore the woman in your life. She's worth it.