My Valentine's Day has always been the same
An assignment here, or a lab there, but who am I to complain
People ask me if I have plans, or my own valentine to claim
My answer never changes nor falters, nonexistent is all that I can say

A day full of red balloons and bright pink banners
Widespread throughout the streets and shops around every corner
A day of heart-shaped chocolate and fresh flowers, but not for little old me
This day was made for other people, those who exchanged their love with somebody true

A day destined for the others, others smiling at their lovers with glee
But for me this time of year, was a scary one indeed
An entire day meant for dates or gifts, ready to be given or received
And all these years later, not one was left for me

I had never received a special gift or present for Valentine's Day
One that wasn't from my mom or classmates in elementary
But regardless of all this, I lift my head to sky and smile gently
With a little nod and bounce in my walk, I was soon to take off
Giving luxurious gifts and eating sweet treats just wasn't for me