Tomorrow is Valentine\u2019s Day, but today is not only Valentine\u2019s Day Eve \u2014 it\u2019s also Galentine\u2019s Day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s one of those made-up holidays that I never knew existed until recently. In fact, I don\u2019t know very much about it\u2026. apparently today is all about celebrating the unique bond women share with their best gal pals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As far as I can tell, Galentine\u2019s Day was invented by Leslie Knope, the fictional mayor of a small town on the TV show Parks and Recreation<\/em>. The part was played by Amy Poehler. I never watched the show, but the holiday started as one of the character\u2019s many mini holidays. But this one took on a life of its own because the message resonated with women in real life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I should mention that today (February 13th) is also \u201cmistress Day.\u201d This is the day that cheating men traditionally celebrate Valentine\u2019s Day with their mistresses so their wives won\u2019t be suspicious on the actual holiday. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, if in these times you need to find more and more reasons to celebrate, here\u2019s a couple you can add to your list. Tomorrow is Valentine\u2019s Day, but today is not only Valentine\u2019s Day Eve \u2014 it\u2019s also Galentine\u2019s Day. It\u2019s one of those made-up holidays that I never knew existed until recently. In fact, I don\u2019t know very much about it\u2026. apparently … Continue reading
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