Valentine's Activities

Whether or not you have a date for Valentine's Day, there are plenty of fun activities to help you celebrate and share love. Although retail stores and the media often play up the importance of romantic love on this holiday, celebrating love for your family, friends, children and even yourself is just as relevant on Valentine's Day. Setting aside a day to commemorate love (whether or not it is romantic love)... Read more >

Valentine's Day Food

When we think of a typical date, we often think of dinner and dancing or dinner and a movie. Thus, it's no surprise that food and Valentine's Day go hand-in-hand. In fact, decadent, rich, seductive foods have become a central part of many Valentine's Day celebrations. From boxes of truffles to strawberries and champagne, there are a number of ways you can incorporate food into your celebration of... Read more >

Romantic Ideas

Valentine's Day is celebrated each year on February 14th, and is a day when couples traditionally go on romantic dates, exchange flowers and candy and show appreciation for one another.   While flowers and candy are great Valentine's traditions, there are other romantic ideas for Valentine's Day. Planning an untraditional date and getting creative can make your partner feel special and can make for a... Read more >

Valentine's Day History

Today, many people view Valentine's Day as a largely commercial holiday, full of mass-made cards, bouquets of roses and boxes of chocolate that were all bought from stores. However, it's likely that the origins of Valentine's Day aren't rooted in commercialism. Though no single explanation for this holiday of love exists, several theories surround how Valentine's Day and its associated traditions came to be... Read more >

Aphrodisiacs

Throughout history, people have revered certain foods and scents for their erotic qualities and their ability to seduce. These scents and foods are called aphrodisiacs.   In the strictest sense, an aphrodisiac is something that enhances physical desire. However, sexuality is far more complicated than a simple physical response. Sensuality, eroticism, desire and pleasure all come into play in any romantic... Read more >

Valentine's Day Gifts

While traditional Valentine's Day gifts (flowers, chocolate, etc.) are always a surefire hit, these gifts can get expensive around Valentine's Day. Add in a fancy dinner and good wine, and your wallet will be significantly lighter.   Rather than go the traditional route, some people like to give their significant others more unique Valentine's Day gifts. Flowers and chocolate are all well and good, but... Read more >

Cupid's Love Spells

As Valentine's Day approaches, many hope for Cupid's arrow to work its magic and bring their true love calling. However, Cupid is busy during the season and might not have time to make everyone's love wishes come true. This year, why not bypass the winged infant and create some of your own love spells! Wiccan Love Spells When people think about casting spells, they often think of witches.The witches of... Read more >

Writing a Valentine

Writing a Valentine is a popular tradition of Valentine's Day. Young children write and give Valentine cards to friends, and the tradition continues well into adulthood and even old age. Couples on Valentine's Day write each other Valentines to affirm or declare their love and make their significant others feel special and appreciated.   Some people don't know where to begin when writing a Valentine, but... Read more >