5 ways to be sweet and healthy on Valentine's Day
(NewsUSA) Here are some healthy alternatives for Valentine’s Day provided by Kaiser Permanente’s registered dietitian, Ricia Taylor. 1. Berries, berries, berries. Try blueberries, blackberries,...
View ArticleThe facts on chocolate, wine and your heart
Valentines Day is a day full of romance and spoiling your partner with guilty pleasures. But according to cardiologists at Mayo Clinic, some of those guilty pleasures don’t have to make you feel quite...
View Article5 cheap ways to impress your date on Valentine's Day
No romance without finance is an adage that some live by. And if you are like most people when you think of romance, you think money and lots of it. The Beatles may have sung “Money Can’t Buy Me Love,”...
View ArticleHow fragrance stirs emotions on Valentine's Day
(NewsUSA) – Valentine’s Day, the most romantic day of the year, remains the day to express heartfelt gratitude for companionship, friendship and love. It also can be an occasion that will create fond...
View ArticleChocolate covered strawberries
Makes 16 strawberries Ingredients 6 ounces of dark chocolate or milk chocolate chips 2 ounces white chocolate chips or chopped almonds (optional) 16 ounces of fresh strawberries Directions Pour the...
View ArticleBe your own Valentine
Do you remember sending valentines when you were a child? Can you recall the construction paper-covered shoebox, decorated with glitter and doilies, full of tiny valentines and heart candies? Or...
View ArticleThe history of St. Valentine's Day
By Toby Shaw Across the world on February 14th, many flowers, cards and gifts will be exchanged between loved ones, as St. Valentine’s day is celebrated. However, the story of why we celebrate this day...
View ArticleValentine's Day treats: Chevre-cherry bonbons
By Paulette Mitchell Serves 12 bonbons An unusual contrast of tart cheese, dark cherries, and semisweet chocolate, these tidbits will be a lovely surprise. They’re simple to make in advance, and I...
View ArticleValentine's Day scavenger hunt
By Craig McKeachie A Valentine’s Day scavenger hunt can be as big or small as you wish, hosted in your home or somewhere else, and as over-the-top or as quiet as you want. Your sweetheart is sure to...
View ArticleFirst date mistakes to avoid
First dates can be a lot like dentist appointments: They seem like a good idea when you are making them, but when the time actually comes, you find yourself thinking of a dozen and one ways to get out...
View Article3 things you may not know about Valentine's Day
By Graciela Sholander We all know how to celebrate Valentine’s Day but what about why or how it started? Here are three things you may not know about this popular holiday. 1. The real Saint Valentine...
View ArticleDifferent Valentine's Day flowers and their meanings
By P.K. Martin Valentine’s day is the festival of love and flowers are one of the oldest ways of expressing our love to our loved ones. Even in today’s hi-tech era when mobile phones, email messages...
View ArticleWho's your Valentine?
As we approach February 14th it is time to think about relationships and their meaning. Ponder the following: 1. Most people spend more time shopping for a new vehicle than finding a partner. Slow down...
View Article10 ways to surprise her on Valentine's Day
By M. K. Scanlan Ah, Valentine’s Day; the day men secretly love to hate. Since it comes around every year without fail, why not embrace it this time and give her an amazing surprise to show her you not...
View ArticleHomemade Valentine's Day gift ideas
As Valentine’s Day approaches, consider going to the craft store instead of the card store and making your own Valentines. Consider some of these ideas to be creative this Valentine’s Day. Bookmarks:...
View ArticleValentine's Day party ideas
By Sean Carter The more, the merrier! So this February 14, have a Valentine’s Day party with all you hold close and multiply the celebrations! A Valentine’s Day party is not like any other regular...
View Article5 tips to plan the perfect Valentine's Day
By Char Edwards Here are 5 tips to planning the perfect Valentine’s day this year: 1. Set aside some time when you know you won’t be distracted or have other obligations to attend to. Maybe this means...
View ArticleTop 5 things not to do on Valentine's Day
By Michelle S. Cox Whether you’re spending your Valentine’s Day with a loved one or going it alone, there are a few things that you probably want to avoid in your quest for that “lovin’ feelin’.”...
View ArticleWorst ways to propose to a woman
When popping the question to the woman you want to spend the rest of your life with, make sure to avoid these proposal mistakes. 1. Social media proposal: When proposing, avoid doing it on Facebook,...
View Article10 romantic Valentine's Day movie favorites
Talk about a “hearty” task — picking my favorite romantic movies. It’s like picking my favorite child. The truth is, I love so many that it’s impossible to squeeze them all into a list of 10, so please...
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