Valentine Day

2023 - 2 - 13

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Did Valentine's Day Start as a Roman Party or to Celebrate an ... (The New York Times)

Regardless of its origin, it's a big deal now. An expert on the evolution of human sexuality says you have to “get out there” to make the holiday work for ...

That reflects a change in the holiday from a celebration of romantic partners to “an everybody-is-included romp” that celebrates different kinds of affection and attachment, Dr. More than half of consumers plan to celebrate and will spend an average of $192.80, the group said. Valentine before Chaucer wrote the poems “Parlement of Foules” and “The Complaint of Mars” in the late 14th century. It’s also a day to spend money. 14, took place at a time when Britons in the 14th century thought spring began, with birds starting to mate and plants beginning to bloom, Mr. He was convinced that Chaucer was the source of our modern ideas about St. Valentine was later beheaded for his religious zeal, a death that Roman men decided to celebrate by pulling the names of eligible young ladies out of an urn. “That didn’t stop it from being a day of fertility and love.” “It was a little more of a drunken revel, but the Christians put clothes back on it,” Mr. Oruch, an English professor at the University of Kansas who died in 2013, studied Valentine’s Day as part of his research into the poet Geoffrey Chaucer. “This custom persisted for many years and eventually found its way into Germany and England,” The Globe reported. There is little reliable information about the life of St.

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Is Valentine's Day bad for your mental health? Here's what a ... (Hindustan Times)

Psychologist Mehezabin Dordi says Valentine's Day may be troublesome for some people's mental health irrespective of whether they are single or not.

You can do things that help to build joy, love and value that make Valentine’s Day what it is truly meant to be, a day that celebrates love," says the expert. In fact, the celebration of love is not restricted to a day anymore but has extended to an entire week - from [Rose Day](https://www.hindustantimes.com/lifestyle/festivals/rose-day-2023-when-is-rose-day-history-and-significance-of-the-day-101675595842888.html), [Propose Day](https://www.hindustantimes.com/lifestyle/festivals/propose-day-2023-date-history-and-significance-of-the-day-101675742034645.html), [Hug Day](https://www.hindustantimes.com/lifestyle/festivals/happy-hug-day-2023-best-wishes-images-greetings-and-messages-to-show-your-significant-other-how-much-they-mean-to-you-101676106890766.html) to [ Kiss Day -](https://www.hindustantimes.com/lifestyle/festivals/happy-kiss-day-2023-best-wishes-images-romantic-messages-greetings-to-send-to-your-partner-with-a-passionate-kiss-101676191659156.html) leading up to Valentine's Day and is celebrated with much fanfare. The day can remind us of how lonely or sad we are or make us feel bad about our social skills or anxieties. "One of the major feelings one might struggle with is that of loneliness. This might be difficult, if it makes you feel like you or your relationships aren’t good enough or if you are single. It is however important that you do realise that you do have a choice, to act and do things that overcome the unhelpful ideas generated by your anxiety or negative feelings. This could be on TV or social media, for example. It's based on our opinions and beliefs about ourselves, which can feel difficult to change. The holiday has been painted by marketers as a day in which men in particular should go out of their way to purchase opulent, flashy gifts, almost always for their partners. Historically, much of the advertising around Valentine’s Day has been specifically targeted towards men. [Valentine's Day](https://www.hindustantimes.com/lifestyle/festivals/valentines-day-2023-why-do-we-celebrate-valentine-s-day-on-february-14-know-history-and-significance-of-day-of-love-101676266598894.html), which is celebrated every year on February 14 in the honour of a Christian martyr named Saint Valentine, is getting bigger with each passing year. (Also read: [Tips to find the perfect partner when you are too busy to date)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/lifestyle/relationships/tips-to-find-the-perfect-partner-when-you-are-too-busy-to-date-101676273710698.html)

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Celebrate love with perfect Valentine's Day gift hampers for him & her (Economic Times)

Here are some skincare gifting options for your special someone.

Created exclusively for the modern man, The Body Shop’s Smooth & Soothe Shaving Kit has products infused with the goodness of Maca Root and Aloe Vera for a smooth and clean shave. Opt for our bestseller Love Story Experience Set and let it envelop you in the luxurious ambience of your very own love story. The products are vegan, and paraben and sulphate-free. The liquid lipstick is a full-pigment liquid lip colour formula that dries down to a weightless matte finish for smudge-proof wearability and long-lasting colour. The Berry Bath Set is the perfect gift for those who like to relax and unwind. The kit is all you need whether your wish to show off the sun-kissed day look or the moonlit evening-look. It’s a great way to spoil your Valentine and make them feel special. Celebrate the day with matte lipstick and a liquid lipstick by Anastasia Beverly Hills in American Doll and Sarafine shades, respectively. The products minimise hair loss and reactivate the growth phase of follicles. The matte lipstick is a full-pigment lip colour with a velvety-smooth ultra-matte finish. The range has 3 exclusive palettes, which are a mix of complementing shades that help one achieve their desired look. It's the ultimate floral blessing for your skin.

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Happy Valentine's Day 2023: History, Importance, and significance (The Indian Express)

Happy Valentine's Day 2023: According to the legend, the day is celebrated to mark the death anniversary of Saint Valentine who died in mid-February in 270 ...

It establishes a link between Saint Valentine and the festival of love, supporting the notion that the festival has a long history. It is believed that the day was celebrated as an attempt by the Church to add a religious twist to the Lupercalia festival. According to the legend, the day is celebrated to mark the death anniversary of Saint Valentine who died in mid-February in 270 AD.

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Happy Valentine's Day 2023: Wishes Images, Quotes, Status ... (The Indian Express)

Happy Valentine's Day 2023, Wishes Images, Quotes, Status, Messages, Greetings and Photos: This Valentine's Day make your loved one feel special with these ...

This Valentine’s Day make your loved one feel special with these wishes. Valentine’s Day is celebrated on February 14 and is hailed as the day of love. Valentine’s Day 2023: The much-awaited Valentine’s Day is finally here!

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Happy Valentine's Day 2023: Wishes, Messages, Quotes, Images ... (Times of India)

Happy Valentines Day 2023: Wishes, Messages, Quotes, Images, Facebook & Whatsapp status.

Happy Valentine's Day! I love you. I liked you. I met you. But a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt." "All you need is love. You're my rock and I don't know what I'd do without you. You still give me butterflies. I am so glad you are mine. Take my love on this beautiful occasion! Valentine’s Day is celebrated on 14 February every year and revolves around the concept of ‘Valentine’. It is the day of love!

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Not a fan of Valentine's Day? Try this instead (Aleteia EN)

I like to honor the “holiday of love” by looking for a loving act of kindness I can do for someone who may not expect it.

Someone I know is offering to host her friends’ kids for a drop-off Valentine’s Day party so all the parents can go out for a date, which is such a thoughtful idea … Another lovely idea is to invite friends to an elegant “Galentines” tea party to honor your friendship. Or maybe you build up high hopes for Valentine’s Day every year, only for them to come crashing down in disappointment.

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What is Valentine's Day, and why do we celebrate it? The history of ... (AS English)

The day was once conceived as part of Christianity breaking with pagain tradition but is now nearly fully secular.

Over time, Saint Valentine became associated with love and romance, and the holiday evolved into a day to celebrate romantic love. The celebration of Valentine’s Day is believed to date back to ancient Rome, where a festival called Lupercalia was held in mid-February to venerate fertility and the coming of spring. To this end, the Catholic Church declared 14 February as Saint Valentine’s Day, in honor of a Christian martyr named Valentine who was believed to have been executed on that day.

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18 Last-Minute Valentine's Day Gifts To Order Now For Speedy ... (Forbes)

A Heart-Shaped Cocotte For The Budding Chef · Le Creuset Signature Enameled Cast Iron Heart Cocotte · An Essential Oil Diffuser To Create A Little Ambiance.

It’s low-maintenance to care for and arrives ready to enjoy in a ceramic pot with gold embossing. Pair it with some hot chocolate for a delicious treat. With over 35,000 five-star reviews on Amazon, this weighted blanket by YnM is a customer favorite and one of our picks for the best weighted blankets. It heats water to the precise temperature for coffee extraction and quietly brews a 40-ounce pot in about five minutes. Headspace is a gift your loved one can enjoy year round. Choose from seven colors and order it for same-day pickup from your local Target. It doesn’t get any sweeter than this heart-shaped waffle maker, which you can gift along with an invitation to breakfast in bed. The Heart Cocotte from Le Creuset couldn’t be a sweeter gift for the partner who loves to cook. These classic loafer slippers have a buttery suede upper and warm wool lining, plus they’re water-resistant with a sturdy rubber sole so you can wear them out to get the newspaper without worry. It can be set for 4- or 8-hour run times and has an optional LED light that gives off a soft glow. But if you want to really wow them, we’ve rounded up some of best last-minute Valentine’s Day gifts that will arrive quickly and instantly put a smile on your loved one’s face—and that makes buying into the non-holiday holiday completely worth it. You don’t have to resort to typical flowers and chocolates (however, out of-the-box versions of these classics can still hit a home run).

Valentine's Day: Check history, significance of day of love on ... (Economic Times)

Valentines Day – a day in the name of love and for love – has deep roots in Christianity. While most of it is unknown yet, regardless of that, ...

The views expressed here are that of the respective authors/ entities and do not represent the views of Economic Times (ET). During the festival, priests would sacrifice animals for fertility and purification, and women would be smeared with the blood in a belief that it would make them more fertile the following year. Before his death, it is said that Valentine wrote a letter to her and signed it "From your Valentine." The unclear history may upset many, but nevertheless, February 14 is known as a day for love. But, let’s dig into its significance and how [February 14](/topic/february-14)came to known as Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Day falls every on February 14.

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55 Valentine's Day Gifts For Him That'll Show How Much You Care (Forbes)

We've rounded up the best Valentine's Day gift ideas for every kind of guy, including food and drinks, smart fashion, gadgets and cool tech he might not ...

They say the way to man’s heart is through his stomach, and this gift from Shack Shack might be a direct line. Just attach it to the item in question and it will instantly be on his radar in the Find My app. It may be too chilly outside for a pick-up game with the guys, but that doesn’t mean he can’t practice his jump shot. Whether your guy is into skateboarding, backpacking, snorkeling or skydiving, GoPro is the ideal camera to capture the action. He deserves a snazzy weekender bag that elevates the experience of getting away for a couple of days. For those times when it’s important to tune out the world, a set of headphones with active noise cancellation is critical. There was a time when a guy might roll his eyes at getting a wallet for a gift, but that was in the old days, before the renaissance in wallets. If your guy has exhausted what the History Channel has to offer and spends his time reading books about the Civil War, this might be for him. For $7 dollars more per month, you can opt for the ad-free Hulu and Disney+. And don’t forget the Any guy who loves spending time in the kitchen would be thrilled to get an Always Pan. This sleek two-tone sweatshirt looks cool and can be worn on its own or layered, which makes it a versatile piece for the winter months.

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The best last-minute Valentine's Day gifts on sale (Mashable)

Save up to 40%: Tomorrow's the day of love, and wouldn't you love to to save some money and get a gift on time? Here are some of the best V-Day deals we've ...

[Dash Multi Mini Heart Shaped Waffle Maker(Opens in a new tab)](https://zdcs.link/len3R?cd36=Standard&t=deals&m=content_body&e=offer&i=text-link&el=Dash%20Multi%20Mini%20Heart%20Shaped%20Waffle%20Maker%28Opens%20in%20a%20new%20tab%29&cd62=article&cd63=07KN3acjOyxlDueb9OQXCLH&short_url=len3R&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Fdeals%2Ffeb-13-last-minute-valentines-deals) — $33.99 $49.99 (save $16) 🔜 [Opens in a new tab(Opens in a new tab)](https://zdcs.link/len3R?cd36=Standard&t=deals&m=deal-card&e=offer&i=image&el=image&cd62=article&cd63=07KN3acjOyxlDueb9OQXCLH&short_url=len3R&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Fdeals%2Ffeb-13-last-minute-valentines-deals) [Beats Studio Buds(Opens in a new tab)](https://zdcs.link/bNPMx?cd36=Standard&t=deals&m=content_body&e=offer&i=text-link&el=Beats%20Studio%20Buds%28Opens%20in%20a%20new%20tab%29&cd62=article&cd63=07KN3acjOyxlDueb9OQXCLH&short_url=bNPMx&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Fdeals%2Ffeb-13-last-minute-valentines-deals) — $99.95 $149.95 (save $50) [Opens in a new tab(Opens in a new tab)](https://zdcs.link/bNPMx?cd36=Standard&t=deals&m=deal-card&e=offer&i=image&el=image&cd62=article&cd63=07KN3acjOyxlDueb9OQXCLH&short_url=bNPMx&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Fdeals%2Ffeb-13-last-minute-valentines-deals) [Beats Studio Buds (opens in a new tab) (Opens in a new tab)](https://zdcs.link/bNPMx?cd36=Standard&t=deals&m=deal-card&e=offer&i=title&el=Beats%20Studio%20Buds&cd62=article&cd63=07KN3acjOyxlDueb9OQXCLH&short_url=bNPMx&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Fdeals%2Ffeb-13-last-minute-valentines-deals) [(opens in a new tab) (Opens in a new tab)](https://zdcs.link/bNPMx?cd36=Standard&t=deals&m=deal-card&e=offer&i=buy-button&el=Get%20Deal%0A%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%28opens%20in%20a%20new%20tab%29%0A%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%28Opens%20in%20a%20new%20tab%29&cd62=article&cd63=07KN3acjOyxlDueb9OQXCLH&short_url=bNPMx&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Fdeals%2Ffeb-13-last-minute-valentines-deals) 17, this small gift is a great way to start your Valentine's Day with a reminder of how much you love them all year round. Dash is the king of adorable mini breakfast food appliances, and this heart-shaped waffle maker is no exception. Taking the time to print out your favorite photo of you and your Valentine (and maybe even get it framed) is a sweet gesture. This indoor garden is a hit for home chefs, apartment dwellers, and those with a burgeoning green thumb. Check. Yeah, it's cliche, but you can't go wrong with flowers on Valentine's Day. Note: There are a couple of items that won't arrive in time, but we included them regardless as they're such great deals. Why we like it A well-placed coupon code or Amazon Prime goes a long way in offsetting the price of next-day shipping. Here are some of the best V-Day deals we've seen:

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Parents: What do you really want for Valentine's Day? Take our ... (Yahoo News)

Valetine's Day with kids: Romance can change when you become a parent, but it's not totally dead, right? Take our survey about parents on Valentine's Day.

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How to Have a Fantastic Valentine's Day If You're Single (CNET)

Regardless, Love Syncs is here to help, mainly by skipping through the room with a large, glittery banner that says, "Singles Awareness Day is a trap." There ...

The point is, you don't have to have a chip on your shoulder. In an earlier Love Syncs, I wrote about how Valentine's marks the end of a busy streak in online dating. In the grand scheme of the universe, it doesn't matter if you're single on Valentine's or not. Round up your friends who also don't have plans and make a night of it. That is -- unless you're a dude on the subway with a wide sitting stance, in which case TAKE UP LESS SPACE. Regardless, Love Syncs is here to help, mainly by skipping through the room with a large, glittery banner that says, "Singles Awareness Day is a trap."

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Save up to 40% on Valentine's Day flower bouquet that will be ... (Yahoo Lifestyle)

Save up to 40% on Valentine's Day flower bouquet that will be delivered in time · Stunning Red Rose & Calla Lily Bouquet. $68$95Save $27 · Two Dozen Assorted ...

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Forget Valentine's Day: You've lost that lovin' feeling (CNN)

Embrace your inner Grinch this Valentine's Day and do whatever your grumpy heart desires. Javier Zayas Photography/Moment RF/Getty Images.

It’s a “ [name a cockroach after an ex](https://www.cnn.com/2023/01/29/us/san-antonio-zoo-cockroach-valentines-day-trnd/index.html)” kind of Valentine’s Day. Buy a box of Russell Stover chocolates at the drugstore and eat them all yourself. [left languishing.](https://www.cnn.com/2021/05/19/health/pandemic-purgatory-lockdown-languishing-wellness/index.html) We had one [summer of love,](https://www.cnn.com/2020/07/12/us/love-dating-during-coronavirus-pandemic-wellness/index.html) but the hype outweighed the actual heat. “There’s no right or wrong way to spend Valentine’s Day,” said Dr. Your kid has back-to-back snotty somethings, and you know more than you ever cared to about the distinctions between [RSV](https://www.cnn.com/2022/10/23/health/rsv-symptoms-treatments-wellness/index.html), the flu and Covid-19. “A chronic pandemic, record-breaking cold weather, threats to democracy, regular exposure to violent deaths on the news — all can lend themselves to a sense of restlessness, uncertainty, and grumpiness that romantic warmth and fuzzies cannot alleviate.” “If you need to wallow tonight, it’s all good.” It feels decidedly more like a sit on the couch in one’s underwear and eat Rocky Road out of the pint with a fork kind of Valentine’s Day. Red and pink heart-shaped boxes have been tickling our consumer sensibilities since December 26, yet there is something that feels decidedly dreadful about having to conjure the energy to think creatively about Valentine’s Day presents or plans. [so-called tripledemic](https://www.cnn.com/2022/12/09/health/covid-influenza-rsv-vaccine-pandemic-wellness/index.html) sucked the fun out of so many people’s December holidays. We learned that [China cares about Montana ](https://www.cnn.com/2023/02/07/politics/spy-balloon/index.html)and [Madonna is getting old](https://www.cnn.com/style/article/madonna-grammys-ageist-response/index.html) — which is actually just a reminder that we are all getting old. And no matter how many times we think the ills of the world can be solved, they stubbornly aren’t.

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Fighting HIV Stigma With Valentine's Day Cards (Hyperallergic)

Organized by Visual AIDS, “Love Positive Women” is a project that distributes hundreds of hand-crafted Valentine's Day cards to women living with HIV.

[How Anthony Daley Abstracts Rubens](https://hyperallergic.com/799845/how-anthony-daley-abstracts-rubens/) [Shalom and Pass the Joint ](https://hyperallergic.com/799710/shalom-and-pass-the-joint-jewish-heritage-cannabis/) [Basking in Vermeer’s Light at Rijksmuseum](https://hyperallergic.com/800021/basking-in-vermeers-light-at-rijksmuseum/) “Why not do something nice for the women most forgotten about?,” LPW founder Jessica Whitbread asks in a text for the project. LPW acknowledges the challenges of living with HIV as a woman while navigating the healthcare system, interpersonal relationships, and motherhood, and aims to boost awareness around the specificity of these social side effects. [A Dazzling and Troubling Display of Spanish Expansion](https://hyperallergic.com/800245/a-dazzling-and-troubling-display-of-spanish-expansion-hispanic-society-royal-academy/) [Icons of Black American History, Illustrated ](https://hyperallergic.com/795992/icons-of-black-american-history-illustrated-george-mccalman/) From tender words of care and encouragement to carefully arranged accessories such as beads, yarn, lace, and sequins, an overwhelming amount of love pours from each card. From February 2 through February 5, over 500 handmade Valentines were mounted on the walls of one of the museum’s second-floor galleries alongside a video work detailing the history and impact of the initiative. Don’t underestimate the value in something as simple as sending a valentine to a stranger.” With the help of Brooklyn-based paper-making mill Dieu Donné, LPW has invited artists, activists, and community members to design hand-crafted Valentine’s Day cards to distribute internationally to women living with HIV. The cards were sent off quickly in order to reach their destinations by the holiday.

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Last-Minute Valentine's Day Gift, Cocktail, And Dinner Date Ideas (Forbes)

More than half of American consumers will in some way celebrate Valentine's Day, according to a National Retail Federation survey.

[Valentine’s Day 2023 Gift Guide: The Best Zero-Proof Wines](https://www.forbes.com/sites/jeanneobriencoffey/2023/02/10/valentines-day-2023-gift-guide-best-zero-proof-wine/?sh=6039415b414a) Here are 12 creative cocktails with a wide array of flavors that will impress your significant other. [Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Best Fruity Mixers](https://www.forbes.com/sites/jeanettehurt/2023/02/10/valentines-day-gift-guide-best-fruity-mixers/?sh=50948bc81e80) [Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Delicious Liqueurs](https://www.forbes.com/sites/jeanettehurt/2023/02/09/forbes-valentines-day-gift-guide-liqueurs/) Not sure what wine to select for Valentine’s Day with your loved one? From chardonnays to cabernets, here are twelve wines just right for the occasion. [Make A Valentine's Day Cocktail To Impress Your Loved One](https://www.forbes.com/sites/hudsonlindenberger/2023/02/09/making-a-valentines-day-cocktail-can-impress-your-loved-one/?sh=26fcd7a11615) And they have pro tips for navigating the often complicated financial issues that can weigh on your romantic relationships. [Valentine’s Day Wine Recommendations From An Expert](https://www.forbes.com/sites/hudsonlindenberger/2023/02/10/valentines-day-wine-recommendations-from-an-expert/?sh=1cbe1919743c) [Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Best Beers That Pair Well With Chocolate](https://www.forbes.com/sites/jeanettehurt/2023/02/09/valentines-day-gift-guide-best-beers-that-pair-well-with-chocolate/?sh=200a77d746c0) [Make Panettone Bread Pudding For Your Valentine](https://www.forbes.com/sites/elizabethkarmel/2023/02/03/make-panettone-bread-pudding-for-your-valentine/?sh=128dfe817e07) [Want Your Valentine's Day To Be Sexy, Try These Foods](https://www.forbes.com/sites/phillempert/2023/02/08/want-your-valentines-day-to-be-sexy-try-these-foods/?sh=4b46b2e04a38)

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Your Valentine's Horoscope Is Here (Cosmopolitan.com)

However, its current meet-up with Neptune, the planet of dreams and romance, hasn't occurred on or near Valentine's Day since 2010! When Venus and Neptune get ...

With the bright Sun cozying up to serious Saturn in your sign, a close bond could be elevated from friendship to something more. If you're looking for love, this energy is perfect for refreshing your dating app profile, or making a new one. You tend to be on the serious side, but this year, lover Venus is asking you to express yourself in all your splendor. If you're single and ready to mingle, your sex appeal will be pronounced wherever you go, so don’t be afraid of taking numbers and sharing yours. Both Venus and Jupiter are blessing your relationships now, asking you to trust in the power of love. If you're not committed, have a couple of friends over to chill and listen to music. Jupiter, the planet of luck and abundance, is currently in fiery Aries and reporting to Mars, the planet of sex. Astrologically speaking, this is the perfect day to open your heart and fully express what’s in it—just know that whatever you say now will be remembered. Regardless of your relationship status, you’ll most likely be out tonight, as the stars are conspiring to see you strut your stuff! Specifically, the two most positive planets in the sky, Venus and Jupiter, will be commanding the support of their planetary peers to bring a positive vibe to this year’s celebrations. If you’re already spoken for, having an artsy date night—like going to an art gallery or a concert—with your darling will feel like being transported to a vintage Hollywood romance. In 2023, the stars will be conspiring in your favor.

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Happy Valentine's Day 2023: Wishes, images, quotes, Whatsapp ... (The Indian Express)

Happy Valentine's Day 2023, Wishes Images, Quotes, Status, Messages, Greetings and Photos: If you are wondering how to wish your partner on Valentine's Day, ...

Happy Valentine’s Day! Many also believe that the day was celebrated as an attempt by the Church to add a religious twist to the Lupercalia festival. Happy Valentine’s Day darling!

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Valentine's Day product searches on Amazon rise year over year (Digital Commerce 360)

Amazon shoppers looked up "valentines day decor" 2.2 million times in January, up 51% year over year. Key takeaways: A beard oil set was the most popular ...

3 in the [Digital Commerce 360 Online Marketplaces database](https://www.digitalcommerce360.com/product/online-marketplaces-database/), which ranks the 100 largest global marketplaces. [2022 Digital Commerce 360 Top 1000 database](https://www.digitalcommerce360.com/product/top-1000-database/). A beard oil gift set was the most popular “valentines day gifts” product, according to Similarweb. However, not all the most popular Amazon searches were for Valentine’s Day items. Apple Watch and iPhone accessories were also high on the list of searches in January 2023. Searches for “valentines day decor” increased 51% year over year in January 2023.

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Ahead of Valentine's Day, These Are the Top Searched Date Night ... (CNET)

When it comes to bouquets, Google said searches for "flower bouquet" remain a top search ahead of the holiday but the second spot goes to the more meaty "beef ...

Movies and mini golf are top date options in many states, but the slightly more adventurous ax throwing was trending in Connecticut and Michigan. 14, Google said in a blog post, though the most searched activities varied by state. Searches for "date night ideas" spiked this year leading up to Feb.

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Happy Valentine's Day — in 10 maps! (Big Think)

Three young Irish women pray to St. Valentine for love. The shrine at Whitefriar Church in Dublin contains relics of the 3rd-century saint. (Credit: Niall ...

We will have a map of the USA and as we get a Valentine, we will place a heart sticker on the state. Valentine in Nebraska is the only city in the U.S. On the maps, however, there are also large zones of unmarried bliss in the southwest and in the northern prairies. On the cartograms, Washington DC stands out as a marriage desert (or, if you will, a singles oasis). On the right is a companion piece, showing “The Fortified Country of a Man’s Heart,” a citadel to be conquered by the poor woman who is also treading through the aforementioned minefield. On the left is a map of the “Open Country of a Woman’s Heart,” published in Connecticut around 1840. We all start out from the Land of Youth (“Land der Jugend,” bottom), with such localities as Charm Castle (“Reizenstein”) and Carefree (“Sorgenlos”). Locals will scoff at the suggestion that the “most loving” cities in the UK, France, and Belgium are Newcastle, Paris, and Antwerp, respectively. We should aim for the Land of Happy Love (“Land der glücklichen Liebe”) — alarmingly, just one among many destinations. But in any of the smaller language families and isolates sprinkled across Europe, the declaration of love sounds a bit weird (to non-native speakers, at least). That’s just one of the many stories and traditions that have attached themselves to the popular patron saint of courtly love (and, incidentally, of beekeepers). An analysis of Google searches per state reveals answers ranging from plain vanilla (flowers in Alaska and Maryland) via uber-romantic (poetry in Alabama and Maine) to kinky and hardcore (sex toys in Wyoming, cheap sex toys in Tennessee).

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Valentine's Day 2023: Google Doodle celebrates February 14 with ... (Hindustan Times)

Valentine's Day Google Doodle: Valentine's Day falls on February 14 (today). Google Doodle is also celebrating the day of love with an adorable animation ...

[Happy Valentine's Day 2023: Best wishes, images, messages, greetings to share with the love of your life on February 14](https://www.hindustantimes.com/lifestyle/festivals/happy-valentine-s-day-2023-best-wishes-images-messages-greetings-to-share-with-the-love-of-your-life-on-february-14-101676270772694.html)) [Valentine's Day ](https://www.hindustantimes.com/lifestyle/festivals/valentines-week-full-list-2023-rose-day-propose-day-to-kiss-day-significance-and-more-explained-about-7-days-of-love-101675483533946.html)with their annual Google Doodle. [February 14 ](https://www.hindustantimes.com/lifestyle/festivals/antivalentines-week-2023-full-list-slap-day-kick-day-to-breakup-day-find-out-all-about-days-after-valentine-s-week-101676261793612.html)was the start of mating season for birds? Valentine's Day Google Doodle: Valentine's Day falls on February 14 (today). Google Doodle is also celebrating the day of love with an adorable animation which shows raindrops falling to join and form a heart. Valentine's Day commemorates the feeling of being in love, and Google Doodle did the same.

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'Rain or shine, will you be mine?' Google celebrates Valentine's Day ... (The Indian Express)

Valentine's Day Google Doodle: Valentine's Day is thought to have been named in honour of Saint Valentine, a third-century Roman Catholic priest, ...

Valentine’s Day is also thought to have been named in honour of Saint Valentine, a third-century Roman Catholic priest, who died on February 14 in 270 AD. The day became popular in the 17th century. They began associating this phenomenon with the concept of love, which later led to its celebration.

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Valentine's Day Live Updates: Here's how the world is celebrating ... (The Indian Express)

Valentine's Day 2023 Live Updates: Valentine's Day is celebrated with fervour every year on February 14.

Traditional gifts include candy and flowers, particularly red roses, a symbol of beauty and love. It is followed by Propose Day when lovers pop the question. Then comes Chocolate Day followed by Teddy Day when chocolates and teddy bears are exchanged as a symbol of love.

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