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vixenvixen

That sappy holiday of Love...

Feb 12, 2009 11:38

In two days it will be Valentine's Day once again. The Hallmark Holiday. Although it hasn't always been. It was originally named after Christian martyrs named Valentine. There were many of them, and up until 1969 the Catholic church recognized 11 different Valentine's days. February 14 honors Valentine of Rome and Valentine of Terni. And there was ( Read more... )

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hockeyduck February 12 2009, 22:21:48 UTC

I couldn't agree with you more. But, then again, I've never been a big fan of any holiday other than Halloween, and I like that one more for its traditional meaning than what it's become in modern times. I just don't buy into any holiday that compels me to spend money. *shrug*

bezeldesign February 13 2009, 12:34:49 UTC

I do agree with you, especially about the importance of making sure that the people you love know you love them. (Did I mention that you're one of the people I love? I'll try to say it again in a few months, just in case one of us has forgotten.)

But, having said that, isn't it nice to have a special valentine on Valentine's Day?

Beautiful picture, too... I was on the phone with Fran when she drove up and saw it. I'm so glad you posted a picture so I have a visual of what she was reacting to.

And now I'm off to Texas to see my daddy. xoxo