St. Valentine beheaded for marrying Christian couples.

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Wait...what?! Yep, that's one of the traditions surrounding Feb. 14th. That particular St. Valentine was sentenced to execution in three stages by Emperor Calaudius 2. Beating, stoning, then decapitation. For marrying folks against the Emperor's orders. It seems Claudius felt that men made better soldiers without a wife & family to worry about. So he forbade marriage among soldier-aged folks. And St. Valentine, seeing the injustice of that order, secretly married young people anyway.

So, I guess, if we're gonna associate someone with a holiday that celebrates romantic love, why not pick someone who was willing to put it all on the line for marital love.

But, then, there are several other saintly sorts named Valentine. One of them is even a woman (Valentina). And there are several dates throughout the year these various Valentines have a day on a calendar to celebrate them.

So, I'm thinking, since it's too hard to remember all the days and all the St. Valentines, it might be a good idea to celebrate love everyday. After all, you are loved, you know.

So, let's celebrate Valentines day with our loves.

And let's not lose our head in the process.

Grace, peace and love,

Terry

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Love is the biggest thing we're called to do......today is just one of those days to remember that. ~Debbi

Yes it is Debbi! Thanks for reading my blog and commenting. I really appreciate it. Warmly ~Terry

Hey Terry,
You know if we celebrated the true meaning of this day along with Christmas and Easter and Thanksgiving at least monthly, this might be a bit more peaceful world.

Isn't it the truth, my brother! In other words, to the extent that we see all of life as sacred, not just certain compartments, we will enjoy more grace, peace and love... Thanks my friend.
Terry

Professing love for someone should never be reliant on one day a year so I'm all for there being many Valentines! :)

Hey Jude!!! Thank you my friend, both for your comment and for allowing me the opportunity to say that!!!

Hi Terry and love is what makes the world go round !!!

Indeed it is Paul :)>

Would be challenging times back then, like your idea of celebrating love on a daily basis Terry.

Thanks Alexander. Hope all is going well.
Terry

Terry, Great idea! We should celebrate LOVE everyday.

Glad you agree, Imogene. Hope all is well with your family.
Terry

Where there is a will there is a way. But you mite loose your head

Thanks Rex. lol
Terry

Terry, Happy Valentines day to you and your family.
Barbara

Thank you Barbara. And my your day be filled with fun and fulfillment.
Terry

Very Nice. :)

Thank you so very much Julie! That means a lot from you.
Warmly,
Terry

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