Get the Scoop on Valentine's Day with These 10 Fun Facts!

Valentine's Day is Friday and love is in the air! Here are some interesting facts about the holiday that you might not have known.

History Lesson

Did you know that Valentine's Day is celebrated on the 14th of February every year? It's also known as Saint Valentine's Day! Back in the Roman times, a priest named Valentine was caught performing secret marriages against the order of Emperor Claudius II.

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Share the Love

Valentine's Day is all about showing your love and appreciation. Whether it's for your significant other, family, or friends, take this opportunity to spread love and joy to those who matter most in your life.

Saint Valentine

The origins of Valentine's Day come from the Roman priest Saint Valentine, who became a saint after his passing. Love can have a lasting impact!

Ancient Beginnings

The first-ever Valentine's Day goes back to the year 496. It comes from a Roman festival called Lupercalia, where boys would pick a girl's name randomly for companionship during the festival - sometimes leading to marriage.

Cupid's Arrow

Look out for Cupid, the Roman God of Love, on all those Valentine's Day cards and gifts. Legend has it that his arrow has the power to make people fall head over heels in love.

Card Stats

Did you know that around 85% of Valentine's Day cards are bought by women? Time to show off those heartfelt messages and artistic skills!

Floral Traditions

When it comes to gifts, men seem to have a love for flowers on Valentine's Day. Around 73% of blooms are bought by them to express their affection.

Love Through Ages

The oldest known love poem, 'The Love Song for Shu-Sin,' dates back 4,000 years and was written by a Sumerian. Love has been celebrated in poetic form ever since ancient times.

Card Exchange

Valentine's Day is the second most popular day to send cards, after the festive season. Keep an eye out for that special delivery!

Red Rose Magic

Ever wonder why the red rose is synonymous with love? Legend has it that the tears of the Goddess of Love, Aphrodite, and her beloved Adonis' blood nurtured the ground where red roses bloomed, symbolizing everlasting love.

Selecting The Best Chocolates For Valentine's Day Based On Your Zodiac Sign

Want to make those chocolates just a little bit more personal on Valentine's Day? Whether it be cakes, strawberries, even tacos, there is a candy that fits with each. Which is yours? Check out our gallery below to match up with your astrological sign!

Gallery Credit: JD Knite

11 Flowers You Don’t Want To Receive On Valentines Day

The giving of flowers on Valentine's Day became a tradition in the 18th century. The rose was the choice of the day because it symbolized love. Over time, other flowers were added, and each flower is also symbolic. What you may not realize, some flowers have a very negative message! Here is a handy guide that will alert you on 11 flowers you do NOT want to give that special person in your life on that special day celebrating love.

Gallery Credit: Brad Carpenter