Valentine's

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The Beauty of Valentine's Day Celebrations: Memories, Crafts, and Sentiments

Crafts - Sentiments - Traditions - Valentine's Day

Explore the sentiment behind Valentine's Day through memories, crafts, and heartfelt tokens of affection shared by people worldwide.

Valentine's Day evokes a myriad of emotions as people across the globe celebrate love in various ways. From reminiscing about past experiences to crafting unique expressions of affection, the essence of this day is captured through personal narratives and creative gestures. Kayla Hevrin's enthusiasm for the holiday reflects a contagious love for all things pink and heart-shaped, fostering a community spirit of kindness and adoration. In a modern twist, UNCG students lead the initiative of handwritten letters, reviving traditional communication practices in a digital age.

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Valentines (The New York Times)

Whatever your feelings, we invite you to post something inspired by this day. You might describe a memory from your own life, or use your imagination to write ...

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Making valentines with leftover cardboard (Spectrum News)

Kayla Hevrin is a big fan of the holiday. “I just love to love and I love pink in hearts and I love how everyone's really lovely around town,” Hevrin said.

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UNCG Students Craft One-of-a-Kind Valentines - UNC Greensboro (UNCG Now)

The Letter Project, led by social work majors Aalivia Smith and Rachel Tang, encourages writing physical letters in an era when communication is measured by ...

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What Are 'Sailors' Valentines?' (Texas A&M University)

A 19th century sailor needing a gift for his loved one across the sea may have found the perfect option in Barbados: a sailor's valentine.

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'Flatmates put a tenner in her card': readers on their most ... (The Guardian)

'He may not be here, but I have a flat filled with cards and hearts'. Eric Johnson and Dennis Hopkins.

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