TeenConnect: Trending February 9, 2021

Feeling left out on Valentine’s Day?

Elizabeth Witney

Finally. A red rose. My Valentine’s Day wish had come true! But who was my secret admirer?

When I was in high school, students could secretly buy a rose from the school for their valentine. And year after year, I sat watching as these roses were handed out, never receiving one myself. It felt like a cruel ritual intended to single out those who were . . . single.

If only I could get just one rose, I thought. Then I’d be happy.

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