The History of Valentine's Day

Every February, across the country, candy, flowers, and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine.
But who is this mysterious sThe history of Valentine's Day -- and its patron saint -- is shrouded in mystery. But we do know that February has long been a month of romance!





St. Valentine's Day, as we know it today, contains vestiges of both Christian and ancient Roman tradition. So, who was Saint Valentine and how did he become associated with this ancient rite? Today, the Catholic Church recognizes at least three different saints named Valentine or Valentinus, all of whom were martyred.
One legend contends that Valentine was a priest who served during the third century in Rome. When Emperor Claudius II decided that single men made better soldiers than those with wives and families, he outlawed marriage for young men -- his crop of potential soldiers. Valentine, realizing the injustice of the decree, defied Claudius and continued to perform marriages for young lovers in secret. When Valentine's actions were discovered, Claudius ordered that he be put to death.
Other stories suggest that Valentine may have been killed for attempting to help Christians escape harsh Roman prisons where they were often beaten and tortured.
According to one legend, Valentine actually sent the first 'valentine' greeting himself. While in prison, it is believed that Valentine fell in love with a young girl -- who may have been his jailor's daughter -- who visited him during his confinement. Before his death, it is alleged that he wrote her a letter, which he signed 'From your Valentine,' an expression that is still in use today. Although the truth behind the Valentine legends is murky, the stories certainly emphasize his appeal as a sympathetic, heroic, and, most importantly, romantic figure.



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LOVE POEM

A gentle word like a spark of light,

Illuminates my soulAnd as each sound goes deeper,

It's YOU that makes me whole

There is no corner,

no dark place,

YOUR LOVE cannot fill

And if the world starts causing waves,

It's your devotion that makes them still

And yes you always speak to me,

In sweet honesty and truthYour caring heart keeps out the rain,

YOUR LOVE,

the ultimate roofSo thank you my Love for being there,

For supporting me,

my lifeI'll do the same for you,

you know,

My Beautiful,

Darling Wife.

- David G. Kelly -

Dear Irena that is a love poem for you