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It’s that time of the year once again where most of us are overcome by a whirlwind of love and find ourselves swooning without a moment’s notice. Not me, obviously, as I’m immune to such things. So much so, for this year, I have decided to extend my Valentine’s celebrations somewhat.
Oops. Somebody fainted then. Oh no, my mistake… they merely swooned.
Long time visitors will be aware that I don’t do Valentine’s. I turn it into a mini Hallowe’en. I like Hallowe’en so it helps me through the lovey dovey season.
For this year’s extravaganza, I have trawled through the ages to find characters to help me with a little referendum. To decide once and for all whether they think love is a good thing or not.
Sorry. Somebody swooned again then.
As I was saying, these specially selected characters will provide a haiku, and will then publicly cast their vote to say either ‘yes’, yes, love is a good thing, or ‘no’, no, it isn’t. They also have the option to give a reason for their decision, but only if they so desire. Well, it is Valentine’s.
And kicking things off we have Cupid.
Love is like the Spring
Sometimes fresh or very hot
Most times elusive
Cupid’s vote: NO
Cupid says: “It’s too much hard work. For me, I mean. I have to keep flying around, firing arrows through people who have absolutely no idea that I’ve done it. I’ve been doing it for Millennia and all I have is a mention here and a painting there. AND I have to be careful not to impale myself whilst doing my treacherous and unpaid job otherwise I end up falling in love with myself when I see my reflection, and it is so embarrassing when that happens. It takes an age to sort out. It was alright to start off with, but for me, for now, it’s a resounding NO”
Oh dear. We aren’t off to a good start, are we?
More tomorrow!
I don’tdo valentines either! Try not to notice it but when all are swooning and fainting around you it’s a bit difficult to not notice the arrows flying everywhere! Not my way granted but it’s far too cold for swooning and fainting any way!!😉😀
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Imagine if Valentine’s was in the midst of Summer, Icewolf… that could make the swooning and fainting easier. I still wouldn’t do it then either, mind you!
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Surely it is untraditional for Cupid’s willie to be under a waistband?
And now to a consideration of the difference between Cupid Ditty and cupidity. Does one lead to the other?
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I’d say so, Col – especially around these parts. As for Cupid’s wotnot… well, he wanted to appear on this blog fully clothed.
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He — ahem — thinks you are a bit of a prude?
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He knows me too well, but didn’t like saying…
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Under the “Yes” I see a 1 surrounded by a white halo. 🙂
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Hi CM. Yes, I can see what you are saying… but the official adjudicators tell me it is definitely a zero.
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Ah, the language of love… 😉
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That’s the adjudicators for you! 🙂
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Well …I did make a few valentines for the store that sells my cards, but I will admit my heart really wasn’t into it. They turned out ok but not having a love in my life right now, except my grands , just sorta takes the wind out of the sails. Tom dear, you know I’m not into Halloween either but I’ll be eager to see what you come up with . We just never know what is coming from the mansion.
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Thanks, Beverly. The Mansion’s productions are likely to be as random as ever, so I’m just as eager to see what I come up with too! ☺ Maybe you should do mid-season cards instead of Valentine’s ones… change the focus slightly. Just an idea.
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I like the haiku. 👏🏻
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Thanks, Sylvia.
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That cupid belongs to Halloween with his leering face and pot belly, Tom.
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He’s pulled that face deliberately, Raili. His belly, however, just happened.
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As bellies do ….
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Mine does… with intent.
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I don’t do Halloween, I love haiku so yes, I will read them. Valentine’s not sure yet if I will. Considering it makes me cry too much with sadness.
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That’s the thing with Valentine’s, Hélène, isn’t it? It’ll soon be over, thank goodness!
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But it does come around again…🤣😁
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Yes… true… but we don’t need to mention that just now! 😀
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True again Tom…aren’t you clever…lol
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Hehe! I have my moments! 😀
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Well, that explains the worrisome eyes… 😉
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Told ya! 😁 Thanks, Diane.
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