Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate romance and love and kissy-face fealty. But the origins of this festival of candy and cupids are actually dark, bloody — and a bit muddled. Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate romance and love and kissy-face fealty. But the origins of this festival of candy and cupids […]
Category Archives: Valentine’s Day
Why Get Her Jewelry?
For all of you men out there who are thinking of giving Valentine’s Day gifts here is a little hint, women prefer their hearts in gold and gemstones rather than boxes of chocolate. For all of you women for whom I am speaking –try leaving subtle messages, “you ’re cutting back on your sugar intake” […]
Why Selling Your Engagement Ring May Be the Way to Go
As Beyonce Says, “Ring Off!” On a day where people are receiving engagement rings, I’m going to talk about getting rid of one. Although the legal dust has settled and you are officially “divorced,” you probably realize that your process is not quite complete. Things are still messy and unclear; that’s because you’ve not yet […]
Not Your Ordinary Valentine’s Day Gift
I received an early Valentine’s Day present this year: a stuffed bear, a balloon and a money tree. He knew not to give me flowers, so I was pleasantly surprised with the plant that arrived. Not knowing much about a “money tree”, I had to do some research on it. A money tree plant […]
A Little Valentine’s Day Safety Tips
Safety is probably the last thing on your mind as you pick out your perfect red outfit, matching heels and jewelry. After all, Valentine’s Day is supposed to be about love and romance! Many may receive the perfect proposal, others will walk down the aisle and unfortunately some may become the victim of a potential […]