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Valentine ’ s Day ideas
The National Retail Federation indicates Valentine ’ s Day is the fifth largest spending event in the United States after the winter holidays and Mother ’ s Day . Each February , people clamber to get gifts for their sweethearts and create romantic memories through fine dining and decadent desserts .
According to Finder , a tool used to navigate complex decision-making processes , Americans were expected to spend a combined $ 50 billion on gifts and activities in 2021 , with gifts averaging $ 187 . Men tend to spend more than women on Valentine ’ s Day .
Everyone may be spending more on Valentine ’ s Day this year due to inflation . In 2021 , used cars and trucks , oil , meats and poultry , airline fares , and women ’ s apparel were just some of the items that increased significantly in price . Finding ways to be frugal may be challenging this February , but these ideas are a start .
Save on Valentine ’ s Day festivities with a homemade meal , like a heart-shaped pizza at home .
40 Valdosta Scene | February 2023