Valentine's Day 2010
	Early History of Valentine's Day: One thought is: The early origins of Valentine's Day can be traced back to the ancient Roman celebration of Lupercalia, which was held on February 15. The celebration of Lupercalia honored the gods Lupercus and Faunus and the founders of Rome. Another thought is: There were two saints named Valentine and a priest a named Valentine. One saint was executed on February 14th and 227 years later, Pope Gelasius named February 14, Valentine's Day for him. The priest named Valentine disobeyed the Emperor and secretly married couples. And another thought is: Birds and fowl select their mates on February 14th. Modern History of Valentine's Day: Began in France and England. The first box of Valentine's candy was in the late 1800's. The Duke of Orleans (a frenchman) sent the first Valentine, after being captured in 1415. Sponsored Links Valentines Icons The Greatest Icons & Smileys for Emails, IMs & More - Download Now! www.smileycentral.com Petals & Wine Experiences Give that special someone a one of a kind romantic experience. www.petalsandwine.com/packages Special Valentine Gifts UK Sites offering unique Gift Ideas online, perfect for Valentine's Day MQSearch.co.uk/Valentine_Gifts He sent it on Valentine's Day to his wife.
	Valentine's Day or Saint Valentine's Day is a holiday celebrated on February 14 by many people throughout the world. In the English-speaking countries, it is the traditional day on which lovers express their love for each other by sending Valentine's cards, presenting flowers, or offering confectionery. The holiday is named after two among the numerous Early Christian martyrs named Valentine. The day became associated with romantic love in the circle of Geoffrey Chaucer in the High Middle Ages, when the tradition of courtly love flourished.