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So I may or may not have been lurking on some new blogs trying to find one to follow, when I found a post all about Dove chocolates. Unfortunately that automatically ruled that blog out--okay maybe not but it did bring out some bitter feelings.

I've been very angry at Dove since February 14, 2006. I know it's a long time to be mad. I know it's crazy that this event has made such an impact that I actually remember the date but it was Valentines Day (excuses, I know!).

You see, my husband and I dated long-distance for most of our relationship. But after close to four years of dating, it was obvious to both of us that we needed to end things. We ended on very good terms, it was a mutual decision, but still my heart was broken.  

Only a short time after the break-up Valentines Day rolls around. I'm taking the day in stride. I had prepared myself for it to be difficult. I was doing relatively well until a very well-meaning professor passes out Dove chocolates for the class to enjoy. 

As the basket comes around I take one. I open it. And it reads..."Be your own Valentine." Need I say more?? I mean, who puts that on the wrapper of a Valentines candy??

So my boycott of Dove chocolates continues to this day.