Valentine’s Day: Holiday for Lovers, Friends, Children and Family
Valentine’s Day is more than a holiday for lovers. It is also a day to express gratitude to friends, children, parents, and grandparents. Tradition says St. Valentine was a 3rd-century clergyman often associated with courtly love. Western Christianity honors his death on 14 February, also his feast day. Mythology says St. Valentine passed notes between Christian lovers in prison during Emperor Claudius II’ Gothicus’ reign.
It is also believed St. Valentine performed secret Christian marriages when Gothicus supposedly banned soldiers from marrying. Instead, contemporary scholars have said that the myth may have developed from misunderstanding the decree that allowed soldiers to marry instead.
Additionally, they believe the connection between 14 February and romance comes from an ancient Roman fertility cult called Lupercalia, which was suppressed by the Catholic Church at the end of the 5th century, adding a fascinating historical context to the celebration.
Medieval poet and writer Geoffrey Chaucer played a role in the evolution of Valentine’s Day. He is credited with associating 14 February and romance in the late Middle Ages while studying mating birds. By the 15th century, the English had integrated St. Valentine’s Day into their calendar and chose to look for a romantic partner.
The exchanging of Valentine’s Day cards was popular in the 1700s and became widespread. In 1840, the Penn Post invention allowed ordinary Britons to send cards. By the late 1800s, many Victorians considered cards unfashionable. The practice recovered in the early 20th century but didn’t reach full steam until the 1950s.
Valentines in the 21st Century
Today, Valentine’s Cards are still popular. They are often mass-produced, although some people and children may prefer to make homemade cards. A few cards are also digital. Gifting from the simple to the extravagant is also a popular practice. The tradition of gifting chocolates, jewelry, flowers (roses), stuffed animals, special date nights/weekends, lingerie, spa days, perfume, and bottles of wine or liquor is also popular. This blog post’s goal is to serve as a creative gifting guide for all ages.
Valentine’s Day Ideas for Children
In Great Britain, schoolchildren traditionally bring candy grams for everyone in class, which is a small handwritten note with a picture and a piece of candy for everyone in the class. Teachers may also give gift cards and sweets to their class. Parents can make the day special for their children with a special breakfast, parent-child date, crafts, or at-home movie night.
Gifts for Friends
Galentine’s or Platentine’s Days has been a socially acceptable thing for a while. It is a time to spend quality time with one’s closest and dearest friends or mates. The day is a chance to bond and to do something fun—make dinner, go to a movie, visit the pub, have a hearts day cookie gift exchange, or take a road trip. A small and simple token of friendship like a favourite food or sweets and a card is a great way to express gratitude for a friend or buddy. Walnut Tree has a wide variety of sweets and savouries to share servings for one to a large group. Visit https://walnut.gifts for luxury selections of succulent and delectable dried fruits, jellies, nuts, marrons glacés, and chocolate-covered delicacies. All hand packed in beautiful red heart shaped tins.
Romantic Gifts for Lovers
Traditional gifts for women often include roses, a card, and luxury chocolates. Those are excellent gifts; however, why not take Valentine’s gifting to a new level with quality time. Thoughtful and personalised gifts are a real winner with the ladies. Try a Prosecco Rosé from Adnams with a hint of peach, green apple, and lemon, which is a nice touch for a home-cooked meal. Visit https://adnams.co.uk/ to see their whole selection. Merino Wool socks are cosy options for women. They are durable, warm, and comfortable. Don’t forget to include foot lotion and popcorn for a romantic movie night. Shop at the Yorkshire Sock Company to find the perfect pair at https://www.theyorkshiresockcompany.com/collections/women-everyday-socks.
Classic love tokens for men include engraved rings, watches, and occasionally personalised poems. These gifts are appreciated, but how about something more practical and fun for them. Other thoughtful and exciting gifts may include practical tools (multitool), tech gadgets (new smartphones), gourmet treats, and outdoor gear for backpacking. Walnut Tree has luxurious and healthy edible hampers, gift trays, and bulk food items men might enjoy from the armchair while watching football. Its dried fruits and nuts are individual and group crowd-pleasers. A couples massage or romantic getaway may also be just what he needs. A driving experience day from UK Tracks Days might be truly thrilling for him. Gift the ride of a lifetime in a supercar at https://www.drivingexperience.com.
Valentine’s Day Expressions of Gratitude for Family
As children, many people enjoyed receiving mail with their names on it, even if it was junk mail. Believe it or not, adults like getting mail that isn’t a bill. Brothers, sisters, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins may like to know they are being thought of and loved on Valentine’s Day. In today’s world, families don’t always live next door to each other or even in the same village or city. Send loved ones a gift voucher for coffee or tea with a thoughtful card. Something else would be better altogether. Try Voucher Express, which has vouchers for top retailers all over the United Kingdom. See https://www.voucherexpress.co.uk. Amazon has an excellent selection of Valentine’s Day to choose from. Add a small message, picture, or poem. The platform makes shopping easy at https://www.amazon.co.uk.
Valentine’s Day is coming soon. Love isn’t only for couples; it is for everyone. Let’s not forget friends, children, and extended family. Brighten someone’s day with something thoughtful and heartfelt.
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