Sweet on Me: The Ultimate Guide to Crushing on Yourself

There's still grounds for celebration when your Solo-tine on Valentine's.

Today is the day of love. True Love. The roses are double the price. The restaurants are fully booked. The lobster at the grocery stores are gone. The chocolates n teddy bears are snatched up. You scroll n see all these beautiful gestures of love from those coupled up and showing off their gifts and the marathon of RomCom's are hard to avoid. Here I am...single! Listen, before the violins start tuning up and the "pity pouts" commence, let me set the record straight: Don’t cry for me, Argentina. Seriously. Save those tears for a moving scene from The Notebook or a tragic lack of sweetness from your latte order. I am not just "fine"—I am currently in a committed, whirlwind romance with myself and a peace of mind. Trust me, the perks are incredible, lol.

What are my plans for the day? A whole latte me **Badum Tsss** Yall know the morning will start off with a coffee date. Table for One: Me, Myself and Mocha. I treasure these sacred sips while my Saturday playlist tickles my ear or I'm catching up on podcasts and YT vids. Then I'm getting a hot stone pedicure at a nearby spa-I love a good foot rub to make my "sole" sing with a complimentary neck massage. For lunch, I'm going to enjoy a decadent meal from my favorite spot in Old Town Manassas; Voodoo Brothers with the delightful anticipation of leftovers.

Now picture it: Sicily, 1922...the evening winds down and this is where it gets sexy. I peel off clothes from the day and slip into something more...well ya know...comfy. The magic is about to go down as I do what I'm told by Teddy Pendergrass. I must not be moving fast enough becuz after the candle is lit, I hear his voice elevate as he yells "TURN EM OFF". I am now in the VIP lounge with this date on the couch. My plus one you ask? Mmmm wouldn't you like to know **wink** ok, ok, ok...Wegman's seasonal chocolate strawberries. Dubai Chocolate, Biscoff, White Chocolate join the party. Whew...talk about free love, it's getting kinky in here, lol. After a sweet romp, I am draaaained. Now it's time for the nightcap which is such a toss up. Do I fall asleep to Golden Girls or American Greed? It's a whimsical blend of "Thank you for being a friend" or " Thank you for not embezzling my feelings". What a day!

AND THAT my Darliiiings is what crushing on yourself looks like. It's not a consolation prize. It’s quiet, it’s delightful, and there is zero chance of an argument over who gets the remote.

How to Date Yourself for Solo-tine's Day (The Self-Crush Club)

• The "Main Character" Meal: Visit ur favorite spot n order the fancy appetizer.

• Sensory Indulgence: Treat ur body to that luxe spa treatment you’ve been eyeing.

• Curated Comfort: Don the satin teddy and embrace the snacks.

• The Gift of No Expectations: Ya already know ur goin' to love it becuz YOU picked it.

• The Solo Soundtrack: Put on your favorite "guilty pleasure" playlist and dance like the neighbors aren't watching (even if they are).

Stay brewed to perfection and never settle for a weak blend. After all, life is too short for bad coffee—and boring dates! ☕️😉