How did a holiday that we all loved celebrating as children become the most commercialized and overdone explosion of pinks and reds and bows and hearts ever? For host Nikki DaVaughn, Valentine’s Day used to be exciting and sweet, but these days, it just seems like a big excuse to spend money. Today’s guest, local writer Rose McMackin, chats with Nikki on which gifts you should absolutely avoid — and which are worth your hard earned cash, and how to celebrate Valentine’s Day in a way that still has meaning. 

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