SNAP # 23
Q: What is NOT a Hallmark Holiday?
A:  Valentine’s Day

By lemonadelife.com

Surprised?  

The day is named after one or more early Christian martyrs named Saint Valentine, and was established by Pope Gelasius I in 496 AD.

Who knew?

Since Valentine’s Day is less than three weeks away, it’s time to remember your heart not only belongs to Daddy. Use this holiday to touch base with those other important people in your life. Or, maybe it’s time to fix a broken relationship, nourish a fatigued friendship, or tip your hat of hearts to friendly and helpful neighbors. If a friend has lost a loved one this year, a spouse or parent, send a card. It’s a bumpy year for them. You’re acknowledging that with kindness and affection.

So here’s a heart-shaped SNAP: 

Valentine’s Day can be more than store-purchased cards. Make a card. Bake a sweet something. Go to antique and thrift stores to purchase cheesy, cheap, glittery, heart-shaped jewelry – earrings, necklaces or bracelets. Done it, it’s fun, may repeat that! Write a “Valentine List Card” – telling a friend the 10 things you love about him/her; recalling ten Together-Memories or making a Wish List for Future Adventures. Or, participate in the Sierra Club’s Valentine venture, “ I Love Wild Places”, and support one of twelve national parks in your recipient’s name. 

Be Creative. Be Filled with Love. Make someone HAPPY.