An Honest Valentine’s Message

It’s 2 in the morning,

I’m stuffing cards for their class.

How does every holiday

Become a pain in my ass?

The note from the school read:

“No sugar, nuts, dairy--and of course gluten-free

We don’t need to remind you,

About childhood obesity.”

Heart “cookies” for the girls

And little Legos for the dudes.

“Treats” should be baked

(Or) At the very least from Whole Foods.

Homemade cards that glitter,

Each topped with a feather.

It’s really just a contest,

To pretend we have our sh*t together.               

The goodies are completed

With cards they "helped" make.

I’m waiting for their exit,

Before I stuff my face with cake.

Today brings messages from the heart 

To a crush or love interest.

Not a way to out “Stepford” each other,

From unobtainable goals on Pinterest. 

As we are drowning in sugar,

And pulling cards off the shelf,

Remember today is about love

Above everything else!

Love, Mom

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