“VALENTINE’S DAY” – by Des Kelly “A very happy Valentine’s day to each & every e’Lanka Member & Reader. Your “Valantine” will know WHO you are, so do the correct thing, even if, unlike Poet Geoffrey Chaucer who, in the 14th Century AD wrote quite a lengthy 700 page poem entitled Parliament of Fowls to signify that “birds” too, fall in love, thereby presenting us with the eggs we love to eat with breakfast every day. Apart from all this, St.Valentine was a Martyr who did all the right things until he was then wrongfully jailed by Roman Emperor Claudius, and, according to legend, fell in love with a young chamber-maid, working at the palace, and got executed for his trouble & strife (his would-be wife, according to Aussie lingo). So friends, there is no need to write any long poems, just send a card, complete with one red rose ...
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Valentine’s Day – By Malsha – eLanka Valentine’s Day is a holiday that is celebrated annually on February 14th. It is a day to show love and affection to others, often through the giving of flowers, chocolates, and cards. The holiday is named after Saint Valentine, a Roman priest who was martyred in the 3rd century. Over the centuries, the holiday has evolved and become a widely recognized occasion for expressing love and appreciation to partners, friends, and family. In many countries, couples exchange gifts and plan special activities to mark the day, such as romantic dinners or vacations. The holiday has become a significant cultural and commercial event in many parts of the world, with the greeting card industry being particularly busy during the week leading up to Valentine’s Day. The history of Valentine’s Day can be traced back to ancient Rome, where a festival called Lupercalia was held ...
Feb 13, 2023
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Happy Valentine’s Day – By Noor Rahim ...
