Thanks to the internet, there's a National Day for literally everything you could ever want to honor. But unlike National Pizza Day or National Pet Appreciation Day, not every obscure holiday is a layup for a winning social media moment.
Singles Awareness Day (SAD), for example, is observed by single people the day after Valentine's Day (or possibly the day of, too, if you're really dedicated). Even though single and coupled people both tend to feel bummed out on Valentine's Day, SAD is a day for people to embrace their solitude and take time for self-care.
While the rest of the world bleeds the Instagram feed with cutesy photos, SAD observers go to Twitter to tell us how they really feel. Because really, all you need to express your rage is 140 characters and a handful of your closest followers, am I right?
Whether you're single, in a relationship, or looking for a relationship, finding the sense of humour in a potentially dark day is always worth it. So we rounded up a handful of honest tweets about Singles Awareness Day. See you in the discounted candy aisle tomorrow.
I once asked a 9 year old girl about Valentine's Day and she responded, "for us singles it's just single awareness day"
— QuisHines10 (@MarquisHines_Jr) February 3, 2017
#SinglesAwarenessDay pic.twitter.com/DpmK1lv05B
— Smittie (@smittie61984) February 15, 2016
Had a small electrical-related apartment emergency tonight and just fixed it myself. Take THAT. #SinglesAwarenessDay!
— Keckert (@keckert16) February 15, 2016
Got on Facebook after avoiding it most of the day. Only 5 engagements, well done people! #SinglesAwarenessDay
— Ashton Mize (@ashnic0809) February 15, 2016
Someone brought Valentines cookies into the office.
— ♦️ Benjamin Red (@benj_red) February 15, 2016
I broke a heart in half and ate it. 💔
Happy #SinglesAwarenessDay!
Wow it's International #SinglesAwarenessDay I never realised rubbery processed cheese slices had a special day 😂😂 pic.twitter.com/MQVjDNCvZ7
— Jan Sez (@BaffledBookworm) February 15, 2016
I’m single. I’m aware of it. My parents are aware of it. My grandparents are aware of it. My friends are aware of it. #SinglesAwarenessDay
— Mark Saunders (@10NewsSaunders) February 15, 2016
Thinking about all the chocolate I'm gonna treat myself to this upcoming Single Awareness Day pic.twitter.com/FHMpzkFpuM
— Kait (@kaitlyn_thorley) February 2, 2017
My face when I see the Valentine's Day crap in the store #ValentinesDay #SinglesAwarenessDay pic.twitter.com/KH4E6VK82U
— David Lorenz (@DavidLorenz9) January 20, 2017
I didn't know so many people loved Cameron Crowe movies as much as me, but happy S.A.D.! #SinglesAwarenessDay pic.twitter.com/MARs4Ae6ke
— Witch Hazel (@wit_haze) February 15, 2016
I should probably take a shower or something... #SinglesAwarenessDay
— Derek Housman (@DerekHousman) February 15, 2016
When Pandora knows your relationship status on Valentine's Day #SinglesAwarenessDay ❤️ pic.twitter.com/KddZSJVXVq
— Katie Gardner✨ (@katiegardner94) February 15, 2016
#mondaymotivation eating all the leftover Valentine's Day candy after #SinglesAwarenessDay
— Amal (@peaceandmangoes) February 15, 2016
I have found in a single pic the best way to describe my Valentines Day.#SinglesAwarenessDay #pokemon #af #FTW pic.twitter.com/dMFzg9Fsbl
— Reed (@masterplumbob) February 15, 2016
Today is the real #SinglesAwarenessDay thanks to social media and everyone's need to over share
— Raychill (@Hubbstep) February 15, 2016
Netflix isn't working. You know you're hopeless when even Netflix don't wanna chill with you #SinglesAwarenessDay
— Britton Rozzelle (@BRSomebody) February 15, 2016
So I wonder if I can still get a heart shaped pizza from papa johns. Since I didn't get one for valentines #SinglesAwarenessDay
— Arroz con Pollo (@Claud_Marie) February 19, 2016
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