Valentine’s Day is a holiday that holds a special place in the heart,  often affected by one’s past experiences.

Valentine’s Day to some is, “a corporate conspiracy conceived by candy makers, rose growers, lingerie stores and jewelers to get people to spend money on junk,” according to Urban Dictionary.

We all have a memory of this holiday. My fondest memory would be when my mom would walk in my room on Valentine’s Day with a hug and a tiny little card saying how much she loved me. The older I’ve grown, the more I’ve come to appreciate the cards.

While my memory is a happy one, others may have a sad story to their past Valentine’s Days.

Stefan Bergeron, general studies junior from Pierre Part, shared a story with The Nicholls Worth that didn’t end well. Bergeron had a girlfriend that had her birthday and Valentine’s Day around the same time. He bought her two gifts and put them together, but when he got to her house, she broke up with him.

Not everyone has bitter memories of Valentine’s Day. Hannah Rivere, freshman from Napoleonville, has a happier memory.

“Two years ago I got a Valentine’s gift, and it was my favorite candy ever,” Rivere said. “It was a heart filled with mini Reese’s and I was like ‘oh my God, thank you. I love you so much. You’re my Valentine.’ “

John Meyer, freshman from Napoleonville, had an unusual Valentine’s memory.

“My favorite Valentine’s Day memory was breaking up with a girl on that day because I forgot to buy her something in middle school,” Meyer said.

Russ Cheramie, freshman from Cutoff, said that Valentine’s Day is a great day to express your feelings for a loved one and do something nice for them.

Carly Orlando, freshman from Stephenville, had a weird memory from a past Valentine’s Day.  

“Someone gave me a huge teddy bear, and I stabbed it,” Orlando said.

Most people have a love-hate relationship with Valentine’s Day. In my opinion, it is like Christmas. It is not so much about the gifts as it is just being content with what you have.

So this year, whether you’re single or not, why not enjoy the day instead of moping?