It Takes Two to Tango.

("February", Atwood)

"Get rid of death. Celebrate increase. Make it be spring."

Everyone can relate to this poem at some point or another, from the desire to lounge in bed to the feeling of despair at Valentines Day. This poem captures many realistic feelings, not hiding feelings of rejection or dimming language. The most inspiring message is found at the end of the poem, when the speaker vows to move on and above the comforts of themselves. It gives the perception that happiness and joy must be worked for, even in February "the month of despair". To dwell on the lack of relationship or failure of past relationships will do no good. It is disheartening to see people feel disgust and anger towards couples on such a day; let the couples have their day, their week, their life. One should ether reject relationships altogether or work towards the formation of a relationship, it is rude to blame couples for their contentment and happiness. Work to improve the situation rather than sulk in it; "so get going on a little optimism around here".