A post Valentine's Day message

The History of Valentine's Day {excert from The History Channel}

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.

In further reading of the article presented by The History Channel, you learn of three different viewpoints about this holiday of affection and love. While it doesn't present a clear cut diffinative answer about "Why we celebrate Valentine's Day", it does help shed some light on this wonderful day.
You may be asking why would I write about this. In honest truth I don't know. I was recently talking to a friend who indicated to me that they did not believe in nor did they "celebrate" the holiday. They posed the question of "why" and I realized I didn't know. Being the GEEK that I am I looked it up, and thus am now informing you.
Interestingly enough, I was also able to find an interesting Foamy rant about his sentiments of the holiday as well, which seemed to coincide my friends thoughts. You can view it by clicking here. Foamy actually expresses his feelings about all of the holiday's in a rather entertaining way. !!Be Warned!! Foamy uses language offensive to some peoples ears.
Well, I guess that's about it... hope you enjoy!