Assignment Producer Dell Alann

Whether you’re single or with someone special this Hallmark holiday you know it is VALENTINE’S DAY. A lot of people either dread the day because you’ll have to spend money or you curse Cupid because he’s been sleeping on the job. Or, you’re bubbling over thinking about being with your loved one on the big night. Regardless, there’s a bright side to it all.

See, Valentine’s Day comes every year in the dead of winter. So what’s so wonderful about the day of romance falling sometime between autumn and almost five weeks shy of spring? It’s boils down to temperature. Ok, see if this puts you in the mood.

First, a little refresher in science. The average body temperature is 98.3F degrees or 38.6C. Now lets say you live in Loveland, Colorado today. There’s a 100 percent chance of snow blowing around in seven different directions. The high won’t get over 30. Factor in the wind chill and it’s just going to be brutal. If you’re with someone… after the dinner and present exchange is over… this kind of weather is perfect for cuddling!

On the flip side, if there’s no special someone in your life, be thankful the weather isn’t great. You can stay in out of the cold and watch Lipstick Jungle on NBC or re-runs of Sex in the City. Just watch and get a warm, fuzzy feeling when you see three fabulous women struggle with love. Turn a cold shoulder to sadness!

The novel gods must be proud of all the reading I’ve been doing because I was graced with Candace Bushnell’s presence at work today. See, I took a picture:

Now, Loving, New Mexico will be 76 today with sunshine. You’ve got to embrace that in the middle of February. With conditions like that, you can take your sweetheart to lunch and sit outside basking in comfort. You can propose in the city park if you so choose without shivering from the chill... and if you’re sweating, don’t blame the heat for your nervousness.

To my single club members don’t be angry or grumpy. Take solace in knowing the person one cubical over from you who got that arrangement of red roses and ivy has to go straight to dinner after work. The flowers are going to wither in the warm car. While the flowers are fading, you can take advantage of the mild day by taking a jog, or roller blade to another single friend’s place and let them know how much you appreciate them. I would bet you wouldn’t want to do that if Valentine’s Day hit in the middle of July in south central New Mexico. It’d be too hot to think about anything other than loving the fact you have air condition.

So let’s recap:

• Cold weather encourages couples to cuddle more, kiss lots and have good times.


• Cold weather allows singles to watch more NBC TV or enjoy the misery of others, or embrace the power of independence!


• Mild weather encourages couples to go outside and enjoy nature and one another.


• Mild weather encourages singles to love yourself and spread some cheer with a close pal.

Happy Valentine’s Day!!