Happy Valentine's Day!

The history of Valentine's Day is very interesting.  In the English-speaking countries, it is the traditional day on which lovers express their love for each other by sending Valentine's cards, presenting flowers, or offering candy/chocolate.  Here are some fun facts:

• About 1 billion Valentine's Day cards are exchanged in the US each year.
• It is the second largest card-sending holiday of the year, behind Christmas.
• Women purchase 85% of all valentines.
• In the US, men spend an average twice as much money as women.
• Worldwide, over 50 million roses are given for Valentine's Day each year.
• 73% of people who buy flowers for Valentine's Day are men, while only 27% are women.
• In order of popularity, Valentine's Day cards are given to teachers, children, mothers, wives, sweethearts and pets.  

Enjoy Valentine's Day with your loved ones!

~ Penny