Tomorrow, February 14th, is Valentine's Day, a day when lovers celebrate their feelings for each other, offering each other presents, love cards, and chocolates or sweets. This tradition can be traced back to the Middle Ages, and even then, it was a heritage passed on from the times of the Roman Empire. The celebration used to be tied to the land, and good harvests, but slowly, over time, it became what it is today. It was in the 18th centuries that Valentine's cards became popular, and back in the day they were true works of art, usually including original love poems.
Now, Valentine's day has become more superficial, more about the presents, but still, it is a chance to celebrate love, which is what really matters. If this world was more about loving each other and less about personal gain, it would be a much better place. We should all try to make an effort to love not only our couple but to enjoy life, and love all people.
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