A long time ago, when BTV was the only channel available, I remember watching a drama where some teenagers were planning a picnic on 21st February. They had been given the day off from college and decided to take advantage of the beautiful spring weather. Overhearing these plans, their politically conscious uncle gave them a stern scolding and told them to go read their history books. Shame-facedly, they walked away. The story ended.

Sanjana was more than happy today; she was ecstatic and hopelessly in love. Abir had taken her on a river cruise. She couldn't believe her luck. She pinched herself to check whether she was dreaming.

Love is a many splendoured thing.

The New York Public Library shared their top ten picks for the greatest love stories of all time. They can melt your heart, make you laugh and leave you longing for a tissue. Whether you are looking for that special someone or blissfully in love, these ageless classics know just how to pull on those heartstrings. So, jump under the covers, turn down the lights and tuck into the most sought-after romantic novels of all time.

In the garden of transformations, a man and a woman meet. They are misfits in the world but when together, they remember who they are deep inside, and feel free to say and do things they haven't done in years.

I am laying all my cards down at the table. I'm laying them down and letting you know how this game is going to play out. We won't play poker, won't bluff. We won't Beggar My Neighbour or each other. No need for Blind Dons because my cards will be face up, for you to see clearly. We'll do no Crazy Eights, desperately trying to get rid of what we have at hand by throwing it into a discard pile. We've been discarded once. We know what it feels like. Let's pick ourselves up from there, shall we?