It's that time of year again. Everything changes to pink and red, and you're currently not romantically involved. That one, little fact can mean the difference between enjoying this holiday, or ranking it as one of the year's low points (and hey, it's only February). The so-called most romantic night of the year for couples can leave a single sista feeling pretty left out. But, we're not alone in being alone. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that more than 80 million people will spend this holiday as a single. Historically, (brace yourself) Valentine's Day is a holiday established in commemoration of murder. Yes, according to my research, it's a day dedicated in the memory of St. Valentine, who advocated marriage and illegally wed couples when Emperor Claudius II of Rome banned marital unions in order to keep young men from being hindered from going to war. He was murdered on Feb. 14th. This may, or may not make you feel any better about going solo this Valentines Day, so decide on your vision for V-Day. Do you want to celebrate? Or would you rather treat it like just another day?

If you choose the latter, then go through your normal routine on February 14th, knowing that February 15th will arrive and life will go back to normal (at least until next year) . Besides, the day is half over once you've survived the rose parade. Not the one in California, the one on your job. You know, those constant bouquet deliveries for co-workers. If you do choose to celebrate, consider making it a date night - with yourself. Order your favorite meal, rent a movie, light candles - whatever makes you feel special. You could even use the night to catch up on your sleep. Aren't most of us sleep-deprived anyway? By the time you settle in for the night, you start to think maybe being single on Valentine's Day isn't so bad. After all, you didn't have to drive home from work with a giant vase in your front seat, soaking your car interior with stem water every time you made a sharp turn. No high expectations for a hot night of romance that didn't pan out. Just you, a trip to Blockbusters, maybe extra cheese on your Valentine's Day dinner, and the one you should love the most: You!