St. Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day falls on February 14 and it is a time for couples to show their love and appreciation towards their partner. We do this in honor of Saint Valentine.
Legend has it that Valentine was a priest who served during third century Rome. There was an Emperor at that time by the name of Claudius II. Emperor Claudius II decided that single men made better soldiers than those that were married. With this thought in mind he outlawed marriage for young men in hopes of building a stronger military base. Supposedly, Valentine decided this decree just wasn't fair and chose to marry young couples secretly. When Emperor Claudius II found out about Valentine's actions he had him put to death.
Another legend has it that Valentine was an imprisoned man who fell in love with his jailor's daughter. Before he was put to death he sent the first 'valentine' himself when he wrote her a letter and signed it 'Your Valentine', words still used on cards today.
Perhaps we'll never know the true identity and story behind the man named St. Valentine, but this much is for sure, February has been the month to celebrate love for a long time, dating clear back to the Middle Ages. This can be shown in many ways – through the giving of gifts, the planning of special events or by simply telling them how much you love and care.
Modern Valentine’s Day symbols include the heart-shaped outline and the figure of the winged Cupid. Cupid was a mischievous, winged child, whose arrows would pierce the hearts of his victims causing them to fall deeply in love.
By far the most popular of gifts is the traditional bunch of roses - why not arrange to have some roses delivered to your Valentine this year? Otherwise surprise your Valentine and go for a really original gift … remember it’s the thought that counts.
Legend has it that Valentine was a priest who served during third century Rome. There was an Emperor at that time by the name of Claudius II. Emperor Claudius II decided that single men made better soldiers than those that were married. With this thought in mind he outlawed marriage for young men in hopes of building a stronger military base. Supposedly, Valentine decided this decree just wasn't fair and chose to marry young couples secretly. When Emperor Claudius II found out about Valentine's actions he had him put to death.
Another legend has it that Valentine was an imprisoned man who fell in love with his jailor's daughter. Before he was put to death he sent the first 'valentine' himself when he wrote her a letter and signed it 'Your Valentine', words still used on cards today.
Perhaps we'll never know the true identity and story behind the man named St. Valentine, but this much is for sure, February has been the month to celebrate love for a long time, dating clear back to the Middle Ages. This can be shown in many ways – through the giving of gifts, the planning of special events or by simply telling them how much you love and care.
Modern Valentine’s Day symbols include the heart-shaped outline and the figure of the winged Cupid. Cupid was a mischievous, winged child, whose arrows would pierce the hearts of his victims causing them to fall deeply in love.
By far the most popular of gifts is the traditional bunch of roses - why not arrange to have some roses delivered to your Valentine this year? Otherwise surprise your Valentine and go for a really original gift … remember it’s the thought that counts.