Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Happy Valentines Day

 


Valentine’s Day began as St. Valentine’s Day, a liturgical celebration of one or more early Christian saints named Valentinus. February 14th first became associated with romantic love during the High Middle Ages as the tradition of courtly love was then flourishing. During 18th century England, this day evolved into an occasion in which lovers expressed their love for each other by presenting flowers, offering confectionery, and sending Valentine cards.

Typically, we go out for lunch or dinner and have a nice meal.  Pizza Hut is offering a "Breakup pizza".  I hope these don't sell.  What a terrible marketing promo!


On the lighter side:   Three men from Langley, BC went to Super Bowl LVIII and bought the winning US$250,000 50-50 raffle ticket!   That should pay for the tickets and flights!  Good for them!

Starting to plan next year's vacation

With the Canadian Dollar/US Dollar exchange rate at 1.40 before the credit card surcharge, we've decided to stay in Canada next year.  W...