You see
the origins of Valentine's Day can be traced back to the days of the
Roman Empire.
Not many people think of it often though.
We tend to think of the romantic aspects of the day.
But back then this brave priest quietly married couples
EVEN THOUGH IT WAS AGAINST THE LAW FOR SOLDIERS TO MARRY!
As a consequence, Valentine, the priest, was thrown into prison.
He was to be executed on FEBRUARY 14, 270
It was what happened IN Prison that we cherish today.
Valentine... once a radical priest...
later considered a saint...
showed tenderness and care for the jailer's blind daughter.
The message he left for her before his execution was
"FROM YOUR VALENTINE"
I know this sounds like it MUST be a Joke.
But it is legendary history for sure!
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