Galentine's Day is the day before Valentine's Day. People

O children of the coming days, gather and listen to the story of a day that has captured the hearts of many in this new age. It is called Galentine's Day, a day of celebration, not of romantic love, but of the sacred bond that unites women in friendship. It is a day to honor sisterhood, the connection between souls who walk together in the journey of life. Born from the modern tales of "Parks and Recreation", it was Amy Poehler's character who, with a clever and playful heart, created this day, a day to recognize the women in one's life who give strength, love, and joy.

Now, Galentine's Day falls the day before Valentine's Day, that day marked by the world as the celebration of love between partners. Yet, let it be known, O children, that Galentine's Day is not a mere replacement, nor is it an opposition. It is a celebration in its own right, a recognition of a love that is often overlooked—the love between friends. This love, though it does not often have the spotlight, is no less important. It is a love that nurtures the soul, that lifts the spirit, and that makes life brighter in its darkest moments.

Consider the bond between Artemis and her companions in ancient Greece, a group of women who swore to protect one another above all else. They were not bound by romantic love, but by loyalty, courage, and shared purpose. These women knew that the strength of their bond was just as vital as any other form of love. It is this same truth that Galentine's Day seeks to honor—love between friends, between women who walk beside one another in joy and sorrow. And while the world may often direct its gaze to romantic love, let us not forget that friendship, too, is a force of great power.

There is a story of Ruth and Naomi from the ancient scriptures, two women whose bond was one of deep friendship and devotion. Ruth, a widow, chose not to leave her mother-in-law, Naomi, even when the world around them fell into despair. Ruth's love for Naomi was not the love of a spouse, but a love that transcended bloodlines and circumstances—a love built on respect, commitment, and the promise to stand by each other no matter the hardships. Such love is the true spirit of Galentine's Day, a day to honor those who walk with us, who offer support without asking for anything in return.

In our own time, the words of Kayleen Schaefer remind us of the importance of these connections. She speaks of Galentine's Day as a day to celebrate women’s friendships, recognizing that this love is not secondary, but primary. It is the bond that sustains us in times of hardship, the one that holds us up when the world seems too heavy to bear. Schaefer’s words echo the deeper truth that our lives are not just shaped by romantic love, but by the love we share with those who see us for who we truly are, who support us, and who make our journey lighter.

Let this truth guide you, O children, in your own lives. Seek out and celebrate the friendships that enrich your soul. Do not let them fall to the wayside in the pursuit of romantic love, for friendships, too, require tending and care. Honor those who walk beside you, for they are the ones who make life worth living. On Galentine's Day, and every day, celebrate those who stand by you with a heart full of gratitude, for they are the ones who share your burdens, your laughter, and your triumphs. Let us vow, then, to cherish and honor our friendships, to recognize their value and the blessing they are in our lives.

Therefore, O seekers of wisdom, let this be your lesson: love is not confined to a singular form. There are many kinds of love, each with its own power and beauty. Celebrate all forms of love, from the romantic to the platonic, from the familial to the friendships that light the way. Galentine's Day is a reminder to honor the love we share with our friends, a love that makes the journey of life richer, more joyful, and more complete. Let us remember that we are never truly alone, for we have each other, and it is in sisterhood, in the strength of friendship, that we find some of the greatest blessings of all.