As Valentine Day approaches and we give hearts to say thank you to people we have never met

[turbinetree]

and our love to those near to hearts let's remember how it may have started and how it is being presented with hope and love....today....

Valentine’s Day occurs every February 14. Across the United States and in other places around the world, candy, flowers and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. But who is this mysterious saint and where did these traditions come from? Find out about the history of Valentine’s Day, from the ancient Roman ritual of Lupercalia that welcomed spring to the card-giving customs of Victorian England.

Last Updated
January 24, 2022

Original Published Date
December 22, 2009


https://www.history.com/topics/valentines-day/history-of-valentines-day-2

[pandr32]

1. Interesting link

Thank you for posting this. It's nice to know how the tradition sprang from an older one.

[turbinetree]

3. Wado................thank you

[Raine]

2. VERY interesting ... Thanks for the link! 👍🙂 nt