More to Be Said About Valentine's Day

There's something more to be said about that one day designated to share one's affection for another. For most, the sweet term of endearment is said without reservation and given unconditionally. Along side this comes cards, chocolates, teddy bears, roses and jewelry. These acts of courtship have been ritualized as far back as the early 1880's. Modern day Valentine's have expanded to e-mail cards, love coupons, mixed CD of love songs, chocolate massages, lingerie and personalized jewelry.

Not only has this ritual of celebrating lovers favored the United States, it has made its mark in Europe, Asia, Mexico, Central and South America. In France it is known as "Saint Valentin;" in Portugal, "Dias dos Namoradods"(Boy/Girlfriend Day); in Finland, "All Friends Day;" in Mexico, Guatemala and El Salvador, "Dia del Amor y la Amistad"(Day of Love and Friendship); and in the Philippines, "Araw ng mga Puso"(all hearts day).

For fun Valentine's Day is also known as "Single Awareness Day." Why not celebrate the awesome you!

Valentine's day yields much more than courtship. It is an expression of appreciation and celebration of those that inspire us. So why not make everyday Valentine's Day? I say yes to to inspiration!