Friday, February 4, 2011

The significance of Valentine's Day

It is believed that Valentine’s Day which is February 14th originated with Juno, who was the Queen of the Roman Gods and Goddesses. Juno is also the protector spirit of all females. In Roman times this day February 14 which was a day of “festival” the boys would pick a girl’s name from a jar and they would be partners for the duration of the Festival. Often they would fall in love and get married. At that time this was not a Christian holiday since Christianity did not exist yet.

It is only around the year 270 that this changed. A roman priest called St Valentine, would secretly marry young couples at a time when marriage was prohibited by the roman emperor. Eventually he would be killed. Many of the current legends that characterise Saint Valentine were invented in the fourteenth century in England, by Geoffrey Chaucer when the feast day of February 14 first became associated with romantic love.

Valentine’s Day greetings became popular in the middle ages. A British Museum has on display the most likely oldest Valentine dating from the 1400’s. This holiday has certainly evolved over the centuries, but it is still a celebration of love.

All though many times without understanding the reason behind this day to a child of a young age this day can be nerve wracking and fun since everyone seems to give a special card to all their friends. In their teen years things start to change regarding this day. Both of the sexes give to only a select few of their friends a Valentine card. Since they now start to have romantic feelings about each other the day starts to take on a more meaningful and special significance.

Most adult females regard this day as a very romantic and special day. They expect something romantic from their partners. This can vary from a card, a flower, and a special piece of jewellery which is always very much pleasing a romantic dinner can also be lovely.

Men also enjoy this day since many of them have a difficult time expressing themselves with words of endearment. Valentine’s Day seems to be the perfect venue for them.

Saturday, February 27, 2010

You know that the wedding season is just around the corner. Our wedding jewelry is hot. now is the time to get that gift for all your brides maids.

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Holiday Blues

Are the holidays getting you down? You need to read my article on Ezine. It will help you to remember the good times.

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

TIPS AND TRICKS

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Sunday, November 8, 2009

JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS

JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS:

Just in time for the Christmas season. Yes it’s that time again. Since now is the time to start thinking about what to get everyone why don’t you go and check out what we at Otradition have come up with for all your gift giving needs? We believe that we have a wide variety of affordable and well thought out gift ideas. All of our products are carefully selected with you the customer’s in mind. Otradition has taken into account the economic reality and has put together a short list of gifts for everyone on your shopping list, all at very affordable prices.

The company believes that the consumer will be on the lookout for gifts that will not only be reasonably priced but that are well made. All of Otradition's collection will be available at a 10% discount with every order over $100.00 making these gift ideas even more reasonably priced for the consumer. I would hope that everyone who wants unique gifts will give us a “look-see”. Not to blow my own horn, but I am confident that you’ll find good prices for these unique and if truth be told well made. I would appreciate someone’s feed back on our Christmas promotion.

Sunday, October 25, 2009


OK! I know it's only October, but I'm starting to think about Christmas. Since times are a little rough I'm starting now to think about what to get everyone on my list.

This started me thinking about the year that my EX. bought me some fabric seat covers for my car.
Oh Yeah! and what about the year he gave me a floor lamp for Xmas. The man had no clue. (Maybe that's why he is my EX.) The good thing about that whole other part of my life is that he did give me three children.


Enough about bad Christmas presents. I would like for all the men who are looking for a thoughtful gift for their partners to come browse my web site at:
www. Otraditionhandbag.com
Gentlemen here you'll find many , many ideas. Give her something that is just for her.
What woman does not like getting jewelry or a beautiful handbag or even a pair of lovely earrings?

Ladies I would like to hear from you and tell me what was the most awful gift you ever received?
Let's have fun with this one.
I am waiting to hear from all of you.