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Found these on QVC.com and thought they would be fun to share at our shows.
Valentine's Day Fun Facts
The Symbols
•The modern-day celebration of Valentine's Day is believed to have begun in France and England.
•The red rose was the favorite flower of Venus, the Roman goddess of love. Since red stands for strong feelings, the red rose became known as the flower of love.
•Cupid became associated with Valentine's Day because he was the son of Venus, the Roman Goddess of love and beauty. Cupid's magical arrows are thought to inspire feelings of adoration in whoever they strike.
•The heart is the most common symbol of romantic love. Ancient cultures believed the human soul lived in the heart, and its red color is thought to be the most romantic.
•Doves and lovebirds are also common symbols used for Valentine's Day celebrations.
The Sweets
•More than 36 million heart-shaped boxes of chocolate will be sold for Valentine's Day.
•When it comes to present time, women prefer a gift after a nice dinner, while most men prefer gifts first thing in the morning.
•American men and women agree that the most romantic place to share candy is in front of the fireplace.
•In the 1800s, physicians commonly advised their lovelorn patients to eat chocolate to calm their pining.
•As an elixir for love, chocolate has been believed throughout history to bring smiles to the broken-hearted and to prompt amorous feelings in both men and women. It is believed that Madame Du Barry served it to all her suitors; Casanova consumed chocolate instead of champagne to induce romance; and Montezuma, the king of the ancient Aztecs, believed chocolate would make him virile.
•The peak selling season for Conversation Hearts lasts only six weeks, but confectioners produce the candy for nearly 11 months of the year.
•At least 10 new Conversation Heart sayings are introduced each year. Recent additions include "Yeah Right," "Call Home," and "Puppy Love."
•Each year the TV game show JEOPARDY! includes questions about Conversation Hearts on its Valentine's Day show.
•At one time, Conversation Heart candies were made into shapes including horseshoes, baseballs, and watches.
Valentine's Day Fun Facts
The Symbols
•The modern-day celebration of Valentine's Day is believed to have begun in France and England.
•The red rose was the favorite flower of Venus, the Roman goddess of love. Since red stands for strong feelings, the red rose became known as the flower of love.
•Cupid became associated with Valentine's Day because he was the son of Venus, the Roman Goddess of love and beauty. Cupid's magical arrows are thought to inspire feelings of adoration in whoever they strike.
•The heart is the most common symbol of romantic love. Ancient cultures believed the human soul lived in the heart, and its red color is thought to be the most romantic.
•Doves and lovebirds are also common symbols used for Valentine's Day celebrations.
The Sweets
•More than 36 million heart-shaped boxes of chocolate will be sold for Valentine's Day.
•When it comes to present time, women prefer a gift after a nice dinner, while most men prefer gifts first thing in the morning.
•American men and women agree that the most romantic place to share candy is in front of the fireplace.
•In the 1800s, physicians commonly advised their lovelorn patients to eat chocolate to calm their pining.
•As an elixir for love, chocolate has been believed throughout history to bring smiles to the broken-hearted and to prompt amorous feelings in both men and women. It is believed that Madame Du Barry served it to all her suitors; Casanova consumed chocolate instead of champagne to induce romance; and Montezuma, the king of the ancient Aztecs, believed chocolate would make him virile.
•The peak selling season for Conversation Hearts lasts only six weeks, but confectioners produce the candy for nearly 11 months of the year.
•At least 10 new Conversation Heart sayings are introduced each year. Recent additions include "Yeah Right," "Call Home," and "Puppy Love."
•Each year the TV game show JEOPARDY! includes questions about Conversation Hearts on its Valentine's Day show.
•At one time, Conversation Heart candies were made into shapes including horseshoes, baseballs, and watches.
