Valentine’s Day is a holiday that is celebrated on February 14th every year. It’s a day to express love and affection towards your significant other. The holiday has its origins in ancient Roman times when a festival called Lupercalia was celebrated in the middle of February. The festival honored the Roman god of fertility, Lupercus, and was a part of the spring season.

Over time, the holiday evolved and became associated with Saint Valentine. David Kithcart says that “One legend states that Saint Valentine was a priest who was imprisoned and executed for secretly marrying couples in ancient Rome during a time when marriage was banned.”

     Today, Valentine’s Day is celebrated in many different ways around the world. Some people give gifts, such as flowers,  chocolates, and jewelry, to their loved ones. Others plan romantic outings, such as a dinner at a nice restaurant or a trip to a romantic place. Many people also exchange cards or write love letters to express their feelings.

Valentine’s Day is not only for couples, It’s also a day you could celebrate love and friendship. Some people choose to celebrate Valentine’s Day with their family or friends. Many people choose to spend the day spoiling themselves or either doing self-care and doing things they love.

Valentine’s Day is a holiday that is about celebrating loved ones, mostly it is a day to celebrate love and express it even if it is with family or friends, in whatever form or way you choose. Even if it is romantic love or the love of friends and family, Valentine’s Day is a time to appreciate and express love for people and things we care about most.