It is Valentine's Day, after all

I am a romantic.

I'm not exactly sure where it comes from, but I do know I saw how much love my parents had for each other and certainly believe that made a difference.

I remember watching Dad come home after a day of work with flowers quite often – many times when there was no corresponding holiday that would have "required" it.

So, I get into that sappy stuff every once in a while. Of course, it helps to have someone you believe is worth the effort.

I certainly have that.

So, although at the time I am writing this (Wednesday morning) I still have not completely decided how to best celebrate the holiday with my best half, I am definitely going to put my best effort into it.

Guys, I want to be clear with you for a moment. Even though your wife or girlfriend may say they don't want you to make a fuss, they still will appreciate the time you take to make it a special day for them.

Don't skip Valentine's Day.

Whether you buy flowers, candy or are even just getting her a card, do not forget to celebrate this the holiday of love.

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I read a bit of sad news when I came to work Tuesday morning. That is when I saw Stacy Daub had passed away.

You may recall Stacy wrote a column for the Gazette for a while called "My Thoughts Exactly," and I always enjoyed what she had to write.

I never met Stacy face to face and only recall speaking to her on the phone one time, but I think we all got to know a little about her and her family through the words she offered.

She certainly had a talent for writing and offered some great personal and practical words with each column she wrote.

Even though I did not have the privilege of getting to know Stacy and her family better, I certainly wish I would have.

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I got a call from a local resident Tuesday afternoon wondering about a phone number I printed in a recent story.

Apparently in this past Monday's edition, I added a number to the phone number offered for people who wanted to contact Christina Elberling. The number is actually (218) 269-7813, and if you are at all interested in getting some help with management of your diabetes, I would encourage you to give her a call. Remember, as one who has dealt with diabetes for most of her life, Christina brings personal experience and a lot of energy to the table.

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If you are looking for something to do tonight for Valentine's Day, remember the RVMS fifth and sixth graders are performing in the PAC starting at 6:30 p.m. It may not be the most romantic of settings, but I guarantee you are going to have a good time.

It's cheap, too, even with a root beer float after the show.