Relationships provide sanctuary during the difficult economy
It seems all the news these days touch on the ongoing economic crisis in some way or another. Why would it be any different with dating? The economic downturn seriously affects everyone's financial abilities, so it's important to know how to make it through the tough times.
There is light at the end of the tunnel, at least for busy singles in the Vancouver area. Executive Search Dating, a service that caters to the needs of single professionals in the area, tried to explain how finding someone special can help you weather through the tough times.
They say finding someone special will help you create a powerful positive buffer that will keep you safe from the more stressful working environment. They go further to give three top reasons why relationships can help singles cope with the economic downturn:
1) economics of scale - when you're with someone special, a meal at home is just as romantic and enjoyable as a dinner in a good restaurant
2) happiness helps - kinda obvious, but keep in mind that a positive relationship affects your work performance and career in a good way
3) long term thinking - a great relationship is probably going to last a lot longer than a casual crush, therefore will provide for emotional stability, and overall stability in life
Needless to say, these are certainly good observations for any economy and region. Now go buy your sweetheart a nice "budget" bouquet and simply thank them for being there. 
Oh, just don't mention you bought the bouquet cheap. 