February 14, 2007

You Can Call Me Val

2007 Valentine’s Day Guide

Sick of phony messages about true love? Us too. So we turned to some real-life Valentines — of the human variety, not the paper kind — for some inspiration.

“Dating too many people simultaneously can give you temporary schizophrenia.” — Valerie Valentine, 27

Good point. Find your one and only at selectivesearch-inc.com.

“Love is when you always think about another person.” — Lulu Valentino, 8

Aw. Have a heart and donate or volunteer at heartlandalliance.org.

“Love washes up on shore when you least expect it.” — Valentine Leung, 35

Shore does. Take your boo west for a romantic getaway at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay.

“True love hurts.” — Zackie Valentine, 19

Kill the pain with a Dirty Bastard or Heartbreaker, two of J Bar’s V-Day cocktails. (610 North Rush Street; 312-660-7200).

“Communication is key.” — Shane Valentino, 35

Wear something from FleurT’s Strawberries and Cream collection, and he’ll hear you loud and clear. (Raizy, 1944 North Damen Avenue; 773-227-2221).

What’s not to love about that?

Roses are red, violets are blue, you forgot to make valentines, so we made some for you. Click, print, and give to your pals, crushes, and loves.