If a robin flies over your head on Valentine's Day, it means you're going to marry a sailor. If it's a sparrow, you'll marry someone poor but you'll be very happy together. And if it's a goldfinch -- well, you'll marry a millionaire of course!

And if you cut an apple in half and count the seeds -- that will tell you how many children you'll have together!

So you're not in a relationship -- so what! It doesn't mean you can't celebrate Valentine's Day. Spend it with the people you care about most, like your friends and family. And a token gift can show someone you love how important they are in your life. Like a cuddly toy with a personal motto or saying printed on its jumper. Or a scrapbook or photo album crammed full of pictures and happy memories from the past. Even just a simple framed photograph, maybe with something engraved on the frame, can be a wonderful gesture to remind you of the value of your friendship.

Valentine's Day is also the perfect time to tell that special person how you really feel about them. And you never know... It could be the start of something new!

Whether it's someone you've known for a while or someone you've only just met -- the key is to be subtle. You don't want to scare them off before you've even begun! Maybe a heart shaped pendant or some heart shaped chocolates with your carefully phrased card?

Or maybe a love poem to sweep them off their feet (there are even companies online that can help you write it!) Or you could have your message inscribed onto a piece of parchment and placed in a bottle (although make sure it's not just an old milk bottle!) and then leave it somewhere discreet for them to find...

Or just come right out and say it! Whichever way you go about it -- good luck!

Gifts for Yourself!

Failing all that, why not just treat yourself? Maybe to a big mug of hot cocoa with whipped cream and marshmallows on top -- even better if the mug has a reaffirming slogan on it reminding you why you're single in the first place! Or by ordering yourself a selection box of your all-time favourite chocolates and curling up on the sofa with a good romantic comedy. Or simply by running yourself a hot bath, lighting some scented candles, throwing some rose petals on the water -- and lying back and listening to your favourite love songs. Oh and go on, if you want to sing into your hairbrush you can! No-one's looking...

Whoever you choose to spend this Valentine's Day with is entirely up to you. Just remember to share the love and let your favourite people know how important they are to you and how much you care about them -- even if that person is you!