Profile Deco Swap - Valentine's Day

Profile Deco Swap - Valentine's Day

Following info from: https://www.holidayinsights.com/valentine/index.htm

When: February 14

Valentine's Day is a celebration of love and lovers. The roots of Valentine's Day goes back to ancient times, when people paid honor to the Roman God of Fertility. This was known as the Feast of Lupercalia, and was celebrated even then on February 14th.

The traditions of Valentine's Day are broad and many. It is a time to exchange cards or small gifts. Chocolates, flowers, jewelry, and romantic dinners are the big hits of this holiday.

It is a romantic event for lovers, and a fun event for kids and family. Many a couple become engaged or marry on Valentine's Day. For others, it is a day to fall in love.

For the Record: On Valentine's Day, 2009, 39,897 couples, friends and families got together in Mexico City, and kissed for 10 seconds. It's the world record for the most simultaneous kisses.

Did you know? While 75% of chocolate purchases are made by women all year long, during the days and minutes before Valentine's Day, 75% of the chocolate purchases are made by men. Over $1billion of chocolate is purchased for Valentine's Day.

Saint Valentine's Day Massacre This day is not completely about love. During the "Roaring twenties(1920's)", mobs, crime and gangsters were at a height in many parts of the U.S. Alcohol was banned, spawning the rise of Bootlegging and mob activity. Chicago , Illinois experienced more than it's share of mobs and gangsters. On Valentine's Day, February 14, 1929, four gangsters dressed up as policemen, massacred seven members of a rival gang.

Did you Know? February 14th was formerly thought to be the first day of bird's mating for the season. This sparked the custom of sending valentines to each other.

Today's Quote: Never go to bed mad. Stay up and fight! - - Phyllis Diller

Rose Colors and Their Meaning - This just might be the most important information you need to know about for giving flowers on this day. Send the right message.

Red - Nothing sends the message of love more clearly, than a red rose. Make that a dozen! The meaning of this rose color is quite clear. Red roses represent love, beauty, passion, courage and respect. White - White is the color of purity and innocence. It also represents silence or secrecy, reverence and humility. Pink - Appreciation, "Thank you", grace, perfect happiness, and admiration Dark Pink - Send roses of this color to show appreciation or gratitude. Light Pink - admiration, sympathy Yellow - Joy, gladness, friendship, delight, freedom, the promise of a new beginning. Orange - Admiration, desire, enthusiasm, fascination Red and White - Given together, these signify unity. Red Rosebud - A symbol of purity and loveliness White Rosebud - Symbolic of girlhood Cream - Charm, thoughtfulness, graciousness Thornless Rose - Signifies "Love at first sight".

Romantic Thought for Today: If you love someone, set them free. If they come back, it means nobody else wanted them. ...... Set them free again.

Flowers that say "LOVE":

Many flowers express love in some way or other. They are popular for Valentine's Day, but may be better for your budget than a dozen roses. Here is a partial list:

Roses: The red rose is the universal symbol of romantic love. Need we say more!?

The Valentine Flower - Sure, red roses symbolize love. But, did you know there's a flower, and it is not a rose, that is called the Valentine Flower!? See the Valentine Flower

Forget-Me-Not - These perennial flowers are a sing of love or friendship. Pretty blue flowers are irresistible.

Love-In-A-Mist - When you are in love, you're on Cloud Nine.

Cyclamen - This popular Valentine's Day gift has heart-shaped leaves. The most popular are varieties are those with red flowers. Gee, I wonder why.....

Mistletoe - According to tradition, you kiss your intended under the Mistletoe at Christmas. You can also do so on Valentine's Day. Good luck finding Mistletoe in February.....

Passion Flower - ignite your passion.

You'll have 3 partners for this swap. On each partner's profile leave them a comment with at least 3 images or gifs of the current theme - Valentine's Day. You can use the same set of images for each partner.

Instructions: Image search for the perfect picture or gif. Right click on image and click on Copy Image Address. Go to you partner's profile and leave a comment using the following pattern.

Name of swap

! [ ] ( PASTE IMAGE ADDRESS )

Add at least 3 images or gifs. A great tip is to first post your comment on your own profile. By doing this you get to see exactly what it will look like when you post on others and you can delete the comment easily. If the image is too big it will cut part of it off and look funny. If you need help or have any questions send me a message!

This is a newbie friendly swap, but please have a well filled out profile. Please rate as soon as your partner posts on your profile.