The weather is getting nicer in some parts of the country which means there is an opportunity for outdoor celebrations. (2) Enjoy a social distancing get-together. That way you will all have a way to celebrate this day "together" and sharing the same meal, while staying safe at home. Or, if you already have lots to catch on and do not need any games, you can also choose an appetizer or adult drink for all and share digitally. There are also a ton of apps you can download (such as psych, draw something, or words with friends). You can play games online creating private parties such as bingo, skribbl, or any other favorite you have. We suggest taking the opportunity that this year Valentine’s Day falls on a Sunday, so there is no excuse not to take some time out of our once-again-busy schedule and get together with your friends to have an update. However, we have noticed that between work and places reopening with social distance, there has been a decay on these meetings. We know this is a practice that started strong when the pandemic first arrived. (1) Share a conference call or video meeting. That is why we would like to share some ideas that the Lolo family has on how to celebrate Día del Amor y la Amistad. However, this year, as the numbers of COVID-19 cases continue to increase dramatically around the world, getting together with friends seems to be more and more difficult as we want to avoid the risk of exposing our (and other’s) health. Having said this, there is nothing more we love than being able to celebrate our friendships as well as our romantic partners. It might be one reason why Mexicans do not feel “pressure” or “stress” over this holiday, because not having a romantic partner on this day does not translate into a lack of celebration and, on the contrary, friends will come to save the day! So, even though friends are not invited to romantic celebratory dinners between partners, this day also serves as a recognition for those that we love in different ways. Also, in a similar way as “galentines”, where lady friends celebrate each other more than any other day, in Mexico Día del Amor y la Amistad getting together and showing love for non-romantic relationships is also a common practice where all friends, not only gals, celebrate each other get their recognition. The appreciation to friendship is so common in Mexico that people usually decorate school and office desks, and other shared spaces for their friends. However, these gestures of appreciation are also made towards friends, who receive a smaller gesture such as a lollipop or a card. The same as in the US, people take their partners out to celebrate on a special dinner and gift them with a significant detail, such as stuffed animals, chocolates, flowers, and balloons. How do people celebrate this day in Mexico?Īlthough it does place emphasis on their romantic partner, Mexicans also take this day as an opportunity to show their love for their friends. However, one main difference is that in Mexico (as in many other Spanish-speaking countries) Día de San Valentín is also known as Día del Amor y la Amistad (Day of the love and friendship) which means that people celebrate and show their appreciation for all relationships, both romantic and non-romantic, including the important role friendships have on their lives. It is also traditional to decorate spaces with hearts, in pink, white, and red, and soak into this day’s celebration. The same as in the United States, people in Mexico celebrate Valentine’s Day on February 14 th. Although a more commercially focused celebration compared to Christmas or Day of the Death that is more centered around religion, family, and cultural beliefs, Valentine’s Day is still an opportunity to get together for many people in Mexico. As with many holidays, Mexicans love celebrating Valentine’s Day, or Día de San Valentín, and consider this day a special occasion to celebrate with their loved ones.
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