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The ***OFFICIAL*** Friday/Saturday Night Singles' Thread <BR>Feb. 10 and 11, 2006
2.10.06 | apackof2

Posted on 02/10/2006 6:01:13 PM PST by apackof2

The ***OFFICIAL*** Friday/Saturday Night Singles' Thread

Feb. 10 and 11, 2006

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Pitch hitting for Scott tonight and Ok, ok I know, it early but what the heck!

The History of Valentine's Day

Every February, across the country, candy, flowers, and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. But who is this mysterious saint and why do we celebrate this holiday? The history of Valentine's Day -- and its patron saint -- is shrouded in mystery. But we do know that February has long been a month of romance. St. Valentine's Day, as we know it today, contains vestiges of both Christian and ancient Roman tradition. So, who was Saint Valentine and how did he become associated with this ancient rite?

Today, the Catholic Church recognizes at least three different saints named Valentine or Valentinus, all of whom were martyred. One legend contends that Valentine was a priest who served during the third century in Rome. When Emperor Claudius II decided that single men made better soldiers than those with wives and families, he outlawed marriage for young men -- his crop of potential soldiers. Valentine, realizing the injustice of the decree, defied Claudius and continued to perform marriages for young lovers in secret. When Valentine's actions were discovered, Claudius ordered that he be put to death.

Other stories suggest that Valentine may have been killed for attempting to help Christians escape harsh Roman prisons where they were often beaten and tortured

According to one legend, Valentine actually sent the first 'valentine' greeting himself. While in prison, it is believed that Valentine fell in love with a young girl -- who may have been his jailor's daughter -- who visited him during his confinement. Before his death, it is alleged that he wrote her a letter, which he signed 'From your Valentine,' an expression that is still in use today.

Although the truth behind the Valentine legends is murky, the stories certainly emphasize his appeal as a sympathetic, heroic, and, most importantly, romantic figure. It's no surprise that by the Middle Ages, Valentine was one of the most popular saints in England and France.

Did You Know?

- 192 million Valentine’s Day cards are exchanged annually, making Valentine’s Day the second-most popular greeting-card-giving occasion. (This total excludes packaged kids valentines for classroom exchanges.) (Source: Hallmark research)

- Nearly 60 percent of all Valentine’s Day cards are purchased in the six days prior to the observance, making Valentine’s Day a procrastinator’s delight. (Source: Hallmark research)

- There are 120 single men (i.e., never married, widowed or divorced) who are in their 20s for every 100 single women of the same ages.

- There are 33 single men (i.e., never married, widowed or divorced) age 65 or older for every 100 single women of the same ages.

2.2 million marriages take place in the United States annually.
That breaks down to more than 6,000 a day.

- 145,800 marriages are performed in Nevada during 2004.
So many couples “tie the knot” in the Silver State that it ranked fourth nationally in marriages, even though its total population that year among states was 35th.

U.S. Census Bureau

What Does Your Candy Heart Say?

But how ya gonna keep ‘em down on the farm after they’ve seen Paree?

FOR DISCUSSION ONLY

Remember:

This is a thread for singles, not a thread about the misery of singleness --
no moping allowed! :-)

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Favorite romantic song, movie, poem, photo, story?


TOPICS: Humor
KEYWORDS: allarewelcome; fun; singles; singlesthread
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To: Victoria Delsoul

Very pretty, Victoria!

Good evening everyone!


821 posted on 02/11/2006 7:51:34 PM PST by RosieCotton
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To: Darksheare

If the image comes up, don't forget to email it to me.


822 posted on 02/11/2006 7:51:51 PM PST by Victoria Delsoul
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To: RosieCotton

Hi, Rosie.


823 posted on 02/11/2006 7:52:16 PM PST by rightwingintelligentsia
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To: ozarkgirl

Jose Cuervo is a friend of mine!


824 posted on 02/11/2006 7:52:28 PM PST by Hoodlum91 (pcottraux says I'm special!)
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To: pcottraux

Thanks much.


825 posted on 02/11/2006 7:52:43 PM PST by Victoria Delsoul
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To: RosieCotton

Hi there, Rosie.


826 posted on 02/11/2006 7:53:11 PM PST by Victoria Delsoul
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To: RosieCotton

Evening.


827 posted on 02/11/2006 7:53:29 PM PST by carlr
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To: ozarkgirl

That's great!

Ole Jack would always have to help me out on the dance floor! He was great for that. :-)


828 posted on 02/11/2006 7:53:40 PM PST by beaureguard
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To: Victoria Delsoul

Willdo.


829 posted on 02/11/2006 7:54:39 PM PST by Darksheare (Aim low! They got knees!)
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To: Hoodlum91

Is the champagne gone already? You must be pretty tipsy...what to do?


830 posted on 02/11/2006 7:54:52 PM PST by RockinRight (Attention RNC...we're the party of Reagan, not FDR...)
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To: Hoodlum91

"I like to drink him with a little lime..."


831 posted on 02/11/2006 7:54:53 PM PST by beaureguard
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To: Victoria Delsoul

Happy Valentine's Day Victoria.


832 posted on 02/11/2006 7:55:02 PM PST by nunya bidness (“Unsung, the noblest deed will die.” - Pindar)
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To: RosieCotton

Evening


833 posted on 02/11/2006 7:55:34 PM PST by beaureguard
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To: beaureguard

Ole Jack helped me to the worst drunk I ever had.


834 posted on 02/11/2006 7:55:46 PM PST by carlr
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To: RosieCotton

Evening, RC!


835 posted on 02/11/2006 7:56:34 PM PST by RockinRight (Attention RNC...we're the party of Reagan, not FDR...)
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To: RockinRight


Cant, Im working!


836 posted on 02/11/2006 7:56:42 PM PST by motormouth (the glass is ALWAYS half full.)
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To: nunya bidness
Hey! Good to see ya, Nunya!!!

Long time no see.

837 posted on 02/11/2006 7:57:21 PM PST by Victoria Delsoul
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To: carlr

Oh hell - me too.


838 posted on 02/11/2006 7:57:32 PM PST by beaureguard
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To: motormouth; Hoodlum91

OK. Well getting the chaperone drunk is half the fun!


839 posted on 02/11/2006 7:57:50 PM PST by RockinRight (Attention RNC...we're the party of Reagan, not FDR...)
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To: All

Ya know, I realize everyone's gotta be sick to death of my talking about this, but can I ask for prayers for my move this week? Got 1300 miles to navigate successfully with all my stuff, a fairly old vehicle, and two cats. I could use all the help I can get! ;-)

I head out tomorrow.


840 posted on 02/11/2006 7:58:35 PM PST by RosieCotton
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