Valentine’s Day is the holiday (February 14) when lovers express their affection with greetings and gifts. It may have had beginnings in the Roman festival of Lupercalia, which celebrated the coming of spring and included fertility rites and other activities, but the origin of the holiday is vague at best. Valentine's Day, also called Saint Valentine's Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine, [1] is celebrated annually on February 14. [2] It originated as a Christian feast day honoring a martyr named Valentine , and through later folk traditions it has also become a significant cultural, religious and commercial celebration of romance and love in Valentine’s Day is the only holiday dedicated to celebrating a human emotion—love. While it is often associated with romance, it should be embraced as a broader celebration of love in all its Watch out around Valentine’s Day, or else you may be struck by Cupid’s arrow. According to Ti me, the ubiquitous cherub can be traced back to 700 B.C. In Ancient Greece, Eros, the Greek god of If you don't make a big deal about Valentine's Day, you're not alone. A YouGov survey found that only 30% of Americans thought it was a real special occasion—with most people preferring holidays like New Year's Eve, Halloween, Labor Day, and Memorial Day to the day of love. Below, you’ll learn which day of the week to expect the holiday for the next three years (you know, in case you want to make those Valentine’s Day restaurant reservations now). Saturday, Feb As of Saturday, Feb. 1, you have 13 days until Valentine's day arrives. If you plan to celebrate with a special dinner at a favorite restaurant, make dinner reservations now. Chase’s brother came up with the idea to print messages on the candy in 1866, and the candies got their heart shape in 1901, appealing specifically to Valentine’s Day sweethearts. Cupid Began Valentine’s Day is a holiday celebrated every February 14; this year Valentine's Day falls on a Friday. Across the United States and in other places around the world, candy, flowers and gifts While February 14 is widely celebrated with sweet Valentine's Day treats, heartfelt Valentine's Day gifts, and romantic dinners, few people are familiar with the holiday's true origins. You might remember making Valentine's Day crafts at school or picking out cute Valentine's Day candy to share with classmates, but just how did these traditions 12. Too bad you're busy and can’t take the day off tomorrow. You decide to take some medicine and sleep it off, because of course, you have to be better for class, work and any activity you have for the next day. 13. You think about taking the day off, but realize you have like three tests Valentine’s Week is here and for you girls who love all things pink, red, and hearts – it’s officially go-time! I’ve got a week’s worth of Valentine’s Day-themed looks to help you get dressed for all the things going on! Here is my Valentine’s Day Style Guide // What to Wear in February. For more [] Sweet Valentine's Day wishes . Life is better when I have you by my side. It’s been a journey one I’d do all over again. All that you are is all that I’ll ever need. Even if you have different hopes for Valentine’s Day, talking about it and compromising on the less important things will make the day better. #14. Valentine’s Day has a bizarre history . Some people find Valentine’s Day a bit shallow, though that’s because of how commercial it’s become. What happens on Valentine's Day? Why do we celebrate on February 14th? How did it start? We answer these questions and more in this fantastic Valentine's Day You may have read Geoffrey Chaucer's "Canterbury Tales" in a high school English literature class, but the poet is also thought to be the source of our modern ideas about Valentine's Day Whether you have a special someone in your life, you’re spending the evening with friends, or solo-ing the holiday, there’s plenty to do in Ventura on Valentine’s Day and the holiday weekend. From delicious special menus for a romantic dinner for two to fun events for the entire crew, here’s what to do on Valentine’s Day in Ventura. Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating love in its many forms, and music has a special way of making those moments even more magical. Whether you’re serenading a partner, dancing with friends, or simply enjoying the day with your own company, these 100 songs are sure to set the right tone. You’re craving something different this Valentine’s Day — something that shakes you out of your routine and reminds you that life is bigger than an 8 p.m. reservation. With Mercury in Pisces (a like-minded water sign) offering a much-needed dose of inspiration, this could mean planning a last-minute trip, saying yes to a spontaneous Honestly, as I said earlier Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate love, so you can celebrate the love in your friendship. Some countries like Finland even view Valentine’s as a day to celebrate friends, they call it Friendship Day. In essence, Valentine’s Day is a day for not only celebrating lovers but also friends and relatives.
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