Image of Olaf from the Disney movie Frozen.
If you haven’t seen the movie Frozen, you are missing out. It’s one for the whole family to enjoy, especially for those families like my own that are full of little princesses. My girls have not stopped singing the songs or acting out the scenes since the day we got home from the movies. Yes, it drives me crazy, and yes I find myself singing those songs in my head as I brush my teeth… but I wouldn’t have it any other way. My girls are my life, and if it brings them joy, I will endure the never-ending off-pitch tunes because I love them. (but I digress)
In the movie, there is a magical snowman by the name of Olaf. He is my favorite character by far. As pure as the snow he is made of, Olaf makes you laugh and even cry. There is one scene where he stands beside a fireplace talking to his friend Anna. Even though his face starts drooping and his eyes and nose almost fall off, he makes the profound and instantly famous statement, “Some people are worth melting for.” As I sit here just two days away from Valentine’s Day, wrapped up in my scarf due to the frigid temperatures outside, his words are ringing in my mind. We all have special people in our lives that we would do just about anything for. I have my girls, my wife, my friends, and you have a list of people yourself. When we share our lives with others, we form bonds of love that almost nothing can break. We give our time and energy. We buy gifts, and we make gestures all to demonstrate how we feel.
Valentine’s Day is almost here. I know, some cynics say it is a gimmick created by the greeting card industry to boost sales. But no matter the reason, we now have this special day out of the year where we are reminded to make some gesture of love for those we hold dear. What are you planning on doing for your loved ones? Make sure you show them how much you care. Make some magnanimous gesture. Make sure they know that they are worth melting for.
(and if you are still searching for ideas… I know a photography studio with some great gift ideas. Sorry, I couldn’t help myself. 
Have a happy Valentine’s Day!
-Daryl