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- Falls on February 14 in most countries
- In 2009, Valentine's Day falls on a Saturday
- Celebrated in honor of St. Valentine, the patron saint of lovers
- Popular Valentine's Day symbols Cupid, hearts, couples, candy
- Celebrated in most Western countries
- Popular gifts include Flowers, cards and candy
- Comes in second, only to Christmas, as one of the largest card-sending holidaysMy Dear Valentine: Valentine's Day Facts
- Children between the ages of six and ten exchange more than 650 million Valentine cards with their friends, family and teachersMy Dear Valentine: Valentine's Day Facts
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History of St. Valentine's Day
Though the history if Valentine's Day is uncertain is does contain vestiges of both Christian and Roman traditions. Legend says that the day is rooted in the ancient Roman festival of Lupercalia, which was a celebration of fertility once commemoration February 15th. As Christianity came to dominate the earlier pagan festivals this became a Christian feast day, celebrating the Roman martyr Saint Valentine.Catholic Encyclopedia: Valentine's Day History
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Valentine's Day Questions
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What is your favorite Valentines Day perfume? 3 AnswersNothing, just clean skin. The sense of smell is one of the most evocative methods of communication we have, and there is a danger to wearing mass-market perfume... read more -
Unique ideas/gifts for Valentines Day? 6 AnswersLast year, I took my wife to our favorite restaurant. I had went in a week earlier, given the Chef a tip and asked him to prepare her favorite meal for us. I ... read more -
Whats your tip for getting some Valentines Day action? 4 AnswersTry something traditional. Like a dozen roses. It's too late for you now, but once I went to the florist two weeks in advance and placed a special order. The... read more -
Do you have a special romantic dinner that you prepare for your special someone on Valentines Day? 3 AnswersFor Valentine's day, I make breakfast for my wife. Crepes w/ Pure Maple Syrup, Fresh Strawberry Preserves, and Confectioner's Sugar. They're simple to make.Ch... read more
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Valentine's Day Around the World
- History.com: The History of Valentine's Day
- Wikipedia: Valentine's Day and its equivalents in other cultures
- January 25: Dydd Santes Dwynwen (Wales)
- February 17: Sepandarmazgan (Iran)
- February 24: Dragobete (Romania)
- March 14: White Day (Japan, South Korea, Taiwan)
- April 14: Black Day (South Korea)
- July 7: Tanabata (Japan)
- August 7 (2008): Qi Xi (China)
- August 16 (2008): Tu B'Av (Jewish)
- November 11: Pepero Day (South Korea)
Valentine's Day Humor and Fun Stuff
- CafePress: Anti-Valentine's Day T-Shirts and Gifts
- HumorMatters: Valentine's Day Humor
- SCFI: Valentine's Day Humor
WARNING: Ad-heavy - YouTube: Valentine's Day Pains (Time: 2:35)
Crystal: Hilarious! - YouTube: Lonely on Valentine's Day (Time: 4:04)
- Current: Viral Video Film School Lesson #14: Valentine's Day (Time: 5:25)
Crystal: Oh, so funny!
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Just realized Thanksgiving, Christmas &Valentine's Day are the perfect days for guys u cut off a LONG time ago to contact u again. FML. LOL
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Yall are backwards abt this just like Valentine's Day. Why reserve a special day to give thanks/ to show someone love? #getittogether
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