Valentine’s Day cards are the unsung heroes of February, bravely bearing the weight of our romantic aspirations on their papery shoulders. They’re like love’s little messengers, fluttering through letterboxes and into hearts with all the subtlety of Cupid’s arrow (minus the risk of accidental injury). Historically, these cards have been the go-to method for expressing feelings that might otherwise leave us tongue-tied.
And let’s not forget the thrill of receiving a card with a mysterious signature, sparking one’s detective-like inner curiosity. Whether they’re handcrafted masterpieces or store-bought wonders, Valentine’s Day cards remain a cherished tradition, ensuring that love, actually, is all around us.