Valentines Day not just love today but every day
Posted on February 14, 2018 Leave a Comment
You love your partner, don’t you? Are you saying, ’Happy Valentine’s,’ today? That’s fine but shouldn’t we be telling our loved one that we love them every day? There is no point in using this day as the day to proclaim it if you don’t show love all year. It doesn’t have to be with flowers, chocolates, cards or gifts; it’s about showing love. Help each other with the housework, compliment them, encourage them, be their most supportive and loving person.
Can you believe that it is estimated that one billion Valentine’s cards are sold each year? 85% of those are from women (why is that, are we more romantic?). That’s a lot of trees. Then there’s the florists. I certainly don’t begrudge them their best sales day of the year. Roses are sold by the bucket load. It’s just a shame flowers (as a love token) aren’t bought more on a whim. Why need a suggested day, that’s a mostly (now) an American tradition?
Or is it? Let’s go back to where it all began. The patron Saint Valentine is still shrouded in mystery because some say the ancient story is Christian, others say it is Roman. There’s also pagan versions of Valentine’s Day based on sacrifice and fertility. Valentine was said to be a priest; then other stories suggest he helped Christians escape Roman prisons and fell in love with a young woman. They began writing cards to each other. That’s romantic. So, Valentine’s Day started out as a month-long celebration of romance.
Either way Valentine became about a romantic figure and hero, just like a romance story in a book. I’ve got to like that, as a romance writer myself. If we’re all feeling romantic Valentines Day is a good thing, just remember it’s about every day, not just today.
It’s 14th February, for whatever reason. Why that particular day when it was originally a month-long celebration? Those who share the day as a birthday or other anniversary may feel a tad ripped off. Like my friend, John (Happy Birthday John). What a dilemma for him and his lovely wife (also a dear friend) Sue! Celebrate loving each other or his birthday? Both of course. I’m sure they’d like to change the day.
On this Valentine’s Day buy your love a romance novel. It’s a gift they can keep (roses die, chocolates are eaten, cards grow dust). Then you’re finding the true meaning in Valentine’s Day – romance.
Writing, writing & writing
Posted on February 1, 2018 Leave a Comment
Hi readers,
Sorry I’ve been AWOL. I have good reason. I’m a writer. What am I supposed to do? Write? Well…of course! Duh!
My writing projects consume most of my time (it’s a good thing). Therefore, of late, I’ve found little time to update this blog. Just so you know I’m still around, I thought I’d drop by with a quick post. I love this blog and I owe it to you (my readers) to write interesting stuff you want to read. I appreciate your loyalty, so please bear with me while I rearrange my calendar for the year. There will be new, entertaining, informing and fun posts coming soon.
I took this photo when the clouds were doing the wonderful weird formation thing they do. Look closely and you’ll see a crocodile. Funny that, when crocodiles feature in Kendwa’s Secret. I love watching clouds; finding faces, animals, mythical creatures and occasionally a pretty fluffy cloud like shaving cream. When the sun or moon cast a coloured glow they look like a painting from nature’s art gallery. Enjoy my quote for the day.
I’ll be back with exciting news soon. In the meanwhile why don’t you join the Almythea Facebook page, for up-to-date information on my latest collaborative project. I am truly grateful for working with amazing people. The project is beyond exciting. In fact, it’s out of this world.
