valentine’s day

Young Love (MM #4711)

Today is a day that many love and a whole lot hate; It’s Valentine’s Day. And for many, it’s a day usually filled with stress. The pressure is on finding the perfect gift for that special person in your life. And those who aren’t in a relationship feel the stress of wondering why. At this…

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Romance (MM #4346)

While yesterday’s celebration of Galentine’s Day promotes the bonds of friendship, today is the day that promotes romance, Valentine’s Day. And I’m sure if you took a poll of men, it would be considered the most stressful day of the year. While I can be romantic, it’s not easy for me or most men to…

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Celebrate With Chocolate (MM #3981)

Valentine’s Day is here once again. And many people will celebrate with chocolate. That makes perfect sense; who doesn’t love it? But how and when did chocolate get associated with this Hallmark holiday in the first place? There’s no simple answer. Some think the tradition goes back hundreds of years…

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Cruel (MM #3250)

It’s Valentine’s Day, a day for which I’ve always had mixed feelings. I don’t know about you, but I’ve always found it to be a somewhat cruel holiday for some. Especially for kids…

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St Valentine (MM #2885)

It’s Valentine’s Day, and that made me wonder why St Valentine was honored every year. Of course I thought that he might have started the celebration. But will it surprise you that I’ve found out that this is far from the truth?

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Sweethearts (MM #2866)

I’m sure that you’ve heard the bad news. One of our favorite Valentine’s Day treats, Sweethearts won’t be around this year. I’ve loved those chalky conversation hearts since grade school…

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Cruel Day (MM #2520)

For many people Valentine’s Day is a pretty cruel day. I’ll be the first to admit, I’m not the biggest fan. But this year, Valentine’s Day is much crueler…

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Blurring Together (MM #2150)

Have you noticed that our holiday seasons are blurring together? Valentine’s Day cards were on the shelves before Christmas. And today you can buy a Shamrock shake and enjoy it with you Valentine’s candy…

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To The Moon And Back (MM #1424)

Is it just me, or have to noticed that the phrase ‘to the moon and back’ seems to be a newly popular form of expressing your love for someone? When did this start, and where did it come from?

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Bad Moon Rising (MM #1059)

I’m a big believer in how the changes in the moon can effect our moods. And I think we’re in for some BIG mood swings here…

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