Author: Evan McAllister

Date: April 27, 2025

I’m really hurting tonight.
Valentine’s Day came and went, and my wife didn’t get me anything. Not even a card. I know it’s just a commercial holiday to some people, but to me, it’s not about the gifts — it’s about the effort. Feeling like someone thought of you, even just for a minute.

The truth is, it’s been like this for a while. I didn’t get anything for Christmas either. Not for my birthday. And it’s not even about material things. I don’t care about fancy gifts. I just wish she would go out of her way once in a while — a note, a hug, a random kiss, maybe a little surprise to show I still mean something.

It’s not about being spoiled. It’s about not feeling invisible. About feeling wanted.
I’m not angry at her. I just feel… empty.