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Nothing for V-day - Am I wrong to be hurt?

Well, today is Valentines and DH gave me nothing - as is almost always usual. I'm extra hurt this year because only a few months ago we were arguing and I told him how upset I was over his never giving me flowers. I practically begged him to give me some - anyway, I haven't gotten any even since asking months ago. We have two kids of our own and he has a son from a previous marriage who has always lived with us and is now grown. I'm hurt because I feel like I've done a lot for him by raising his son and its all just unappreciated. Just looking for support I guess.....

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leslieann583

Asked by leslieann583 at 10:14 PM on Feb. 14, 2012 in Relationships

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  • Well, what did you get him?

    JeremysMom

    Answer by JeremysMom at 10:20 PM on Feb. 14, 2012

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  • If you feel unappreciated you need to let him know. Did he does he do anything else to make you feel special and appreciated?
    amandajoy21

    Answer by amandajoy21 at 10:31 PM on Feb. 14, 2012

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  • I agree with JeremysMom what did you buy or give him that was SPECIAL today? It is better to give then it is to receive. HONESTLY, I've been married for nearly 12 years and we've never given each other anything for Valentines Day. We choose to honor the Saint the day is named after vs. the hallmark day it has become. TO ME, it's really just another day: we wished each other happy Valentine's Day and the kids made us some cards, but other then that it was nothing super special.
    SAHMinIL2

    Answer by SAHMinIL2 at 10:32 PM on Feb. 14, 2012

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  • Happy Valentines Day !!     :-)    I send you two special bouquets.    We didn't exchange gifts this year.      It is just a holiday that has become over commercialized and materialistic like many of the others.  It is not about the gifts,  but the loved ones in our lives.   If you want flowers,  buy them for yourself.   That way you can get what you want, enjoy them and be happy.    Not all guys are good at buying them.   

    LeJane

    Answer by LeJane at 10:42 PM on Feb. 14, 2012

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  • Eh...Valentines day is a rediculous idea if you ask me.WHY do we need a specific day to show love? I have been with hubby for 20 yrs and he has only gotten me flowers once-because his freind dragged him to the store and told him to buy them. Honestly- I think flowers are a waste of money anyway-they just die.
    Does he show you he cares at other times or in other ways? I think that's what matters...not this stupid holiday ;)
    charlotsomtimes

    Answer by charlotsomtimes at 11:16 PM on Feb. 14, 2012

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  • First, I am sorry that you are hurting. Second, I don't think that you are wrong to be upset. If a man cares for a womna, he tries to do special things to make her happy and to show appreciation. Seems like he is taking you for granted. Also, you explained to him that you were upset that he did not buy you flowers and still he did not get you anything.
    Think about getting a new hobby or spend more time with friends so that you can distance yourself a little. Hopefully he will miss you and appreciate what he has in you. Make him work on winning you again.
    Hope things work out for you. Hugs.
    zahrahsmom

    Answer by zahrahsmom at 11:19 PM on Feb. 14, 2012

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  • Every guy should know that on this day in particular, it's the one "given day" that a dude should do something nice for their gal. Also, most guys do realize the girls are the ones who get the goods on this day. That is not to say you shouldn't do something nice for him too but...c'mon! I'm sure you do nice things all the time for your dh so I think it's insensitive, especially after you had a chat about it. i had a talk with mine also complaining that we rarely celebrate things anymore (as we do most things only for the kids) but that kinda makes the year long and a little dull. Maybe skip any special things/touches/dinners, etc that you do and when he asks, you tell him that if he likes those things he can give as good as he gets. Hang in there. Happy Valentine's Day!
    jeanclaudia

    Answer by jeanclaudia at 11:43 PM on Feb. 14, 2012

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  • Feelings are never right nor wrong. It's what you do with them that matters.

    The fact that you got nothing for Valentine's day signifies little. The fact that he did nothing immediately after you BEGGED him to is a HUGE RED FLAG. Marriage counseling, IMMEDIATELY. Go yourself if he won't go with you.
    gdiamante

    Answer by gdiamante at 1:02 AM on Feb. 15, 2012

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  • I got nothing either (because we are in different countries due to his work). He just wished me. I'm okay with that because he's healthy and happy and that's my v-day gift! :)
    cookie269

    Answer by cookie269 at 1:18 AM on Feb. 15, 2012

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  • I don't think you're wrong to be hurt or upset. Everyone knows that on this day, gifts are supposed to be exchanged. Yes, couples need to show love and affection all year round blah blah blah. BUT, he knew you already needed some attention and still hasn't done anything about it. That's messed up. I would be upset too.

    Last year my BF didn't get me anything for Christmas, V-day, or my birthday. I made a big deal about it cuz come on, three holidays back to back. We broke up and then we recently got back together because he has improved a lot on his relationship skills and is actually trying to show he cares. This year he got me a $60 gift card to my favorite bookstore because he knows I like to read.
    iluvmybabe

    Answer by iluvmybabe at 1:34 AM on Feb. 15, 2012

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