Valentine's Day is a saints day commemorating Saint Valentine on February 14. It is the traditional day on which lovers express their love for each other; sending Valentine's cards, gifts and flowers.
The holiday is named after two men, both Christian martyrs named Valentine. The day became associated with romantic love in the circle of Geoffrey Chaucer in High Middle Ages, when the tradition of courtly love flourished.
The day is most closely associated with the mutual exchange of love notes in the form of "valentines." Modern Valentine symbols include the heart-shaped outline and the figure of the winged Cupid. The U.S. Greeting Card Association estimates that approximately one billion valentines are sent each year worldwide, making the day the second largest card-sending holiday of the year behind Christmas. The association estimates that women purchase approximately 85 percent of all valentines.
Valentine's Day also has regional traditions in England. In Norfolk a character called 'Jack' Valentine knocks on the rear door of houses leaving sweets and presents for children. Although he was leaving treats, many children were scared of this mystical person.
In Wales (UK) many people celebrate Dydd Santes Dwynwen (St Dwynwen's Day) on 25 January instead of or as well as St Valentine's Day. The day commemorates St Dwynwen, the patron saint of Welsh lovers.
In France, a traditionally Catholic country, Valentine's Day is known simply as "Saint Valentin", and is celebrated in much the same way as other western countries.
In Denmark & Norway Valentine's Day is known as Valentinsdag. It is not celebrated to a large extent, but a lot people take time to eat a romantic dinner with their partner, to send a card to a secret love or give a red rose to their loved one. In Sweden it is called Alla hjärtans dag ("All Hearts' Day") and was launched in the 1960s by the flower industry's commercial interests, and due to influence of American culture. It is not an official holiday, but its celebration is recognized and sales of cosmetics and flowers for this holiday are only bested by those for Mother's Day.
In Finland, Valentine's Day is called Ystävänpäivä which translates into "Friend's day". As the name says, this day is more about remembering your friends than your loved ones.
In Slovenia, a proverb says that "St Valentine brings the keys of roots," so on February 14, plants and flowers start to grow. Valentine's Day has been celebrated as the day when the first works in the vineyards and on the fields commence. It is also said that birds propose to each other or marry on that day. Nevertheless, it has only recently been celebrated as the day of love.
In Romania, the traditional holiday for lovers is Dragobete, which is celebrated on February 24. It is named after a character from Romanian folklore who was supposed to be the son of Baba Dochia. Part of his name is the word drag ("dear"), which can also be found in the word dragoste ("love").
In Turkey, Valentine's Day is called Sevgililer Günü which translates into "Sweethearts' Day".
Valentine's Day Gifts
UK Valentines Day Gifts
We have found some great ideas for Valentine's gifts for that someone special, to help you arrange the perfect Valentine's Day.
In Gift Ideas for Her find great present ideas for your wife, girlfriend, or the other women in your life.
The Gifts for Him section has perfect present ideas for your boyfriend, husband, or any man.
Show your partner just how much you love them with a great gift especially for St Valentines Day.
Find a solution for all of your home and office computing needs
What does Dell have to offer you?
Dell is the worlds leading Computer Systems Company. With its innovative range of products using the latest technology selling direct to consumers, Dell has earned itself a reputation as one of the biggest brands in the industry that you know and trust.
The Dell product range includes world-class Desktop PC’s, laptops & notebooks, scanners & printers, flat-screen TVs, and PDAs.
Now you can Save up to £300 on Laptops, Notebooks & Desktops in Dell Promotions.
Dell is the worlds leading Computer Systems Company. With its innovative range of products using the latest technology selling direct to consumers, Dell has earned itself a reputation as one of the biggest brands in the industry that you know and trust.
The Dell product range includes world-class Desktop PC’s, laptops & notebooks, scanners & printers, flat-screen TVs, and PDAs.
Now you can Save up to £300 on Laptops, Notebooks & Desktops in Dell Promotions.
Global Warming and Eco Friendly Shop
Global Warming is the global average surface temperature resulting from enhancement of the greenhouse effect, primarily by air pollution. In 2007 the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change forecasted that by 2100 global average surface temperatures would increase 3.2 – 7.2 °F (1.8 – 4.0 °C), depending on a range of scenarios for greenhouse gas emissions, and stated that it was now 90 percent certain that most of the warming observed over the previous half century could be attributed to greenhouse gas emissions produced by human activities (i.e., industrial processes and transportation).
Many scientists predict that such an increase in temperature would cause polar ice caps and mountain glaciers to melt rapidly, significantly raising the levels of coastal waters, and would produce new patterns and extremes of drought and rainfall, seriously disrupting food production in certain regions.
Learn more about the science and dangers of global warming at the Global Warming Shop.
The Global Warming Shop offers eco friendly energy efficient home products, global warming information, energy saving product information, energy efficient products, conservation products, and personal technologies to reduce carbon emissions and save money.
Fair trade is an organized social movement and market-based model of international trade which promotes the payment of a fair price as well as social and environmental standards in areas related to the production of a wide variety of goods. The movement focuses in particular on exports from developing countries to developed countries, most notably handicrafts, coffee, cocoa, sugar, tea, bananas, honey, cotton, wine, fresh fruit, and so on.
Eco Friendly Shop - The Natural Collection
For people who care for themselves and the planet. Here you will find organic, recycled, fair-trade and environmentally friendly products.
We have Self-Sufficiency books, organic baby care, natural supplements, fairtrade housewares and much more.
Many scientists predict that such an increase in temperature would cause polar ice caps and mountain glaciers to melt rapidly, significantly raising the levels of coastal waters, and would produce new patterns and extremes of drought and rainfall, seriously disrupting food production in certain regions.
Learn more about the science and dangers of global warming at the Global Warming Shop.
The Global Warming Shop offers eco friendly energy efficient home products, global warming information, energy saving product information, energy efficient products, conservation products, and personal technologies to reduce carbon emissions and save money.
Fair trade is an organized social movement and market-based model of international trade which promotes the payment of a fair price as well as social and environmental standards in areas related to the production of a wide variety of goods. The movement focuses in particular on exports from developing countries to developed countries, most notably handicrafts, coffee, cocoa, sugar, tea, bananas, honey, cotton, wine, fresh fruit, and so on.
Eco Friendly Shop - The Natural Collection
For people who care for themselves and the planet. Here you will find organic, recycled, fair-trade and environmentally friendly products.
We have Self-Sufficiency books, organic baby care, natural supplements, fairtrade housewares and much more.
Computers & Electronics
Best buys in Computers & Electricals
We offer great deals and cheap prices on the latest technology for computers and entertainment products.
In computing we have the largest range of Desktop PCs, Laptops & Notebooks, Printers, Computer Software, Monitors, Networking, PC Peripherals, Components and Data Storage including External Hard Drives and USB drives.
In entertainment, we have the latest HD Ready LCD and Plasma TVs, DABs, Mp3 players, Apple iPods, Gadgets, Games consoles and the latest technology available including the latest Sat Nav & GPS Navigation and Digital Cameras.
DELL 25% off electronics & computing accessories.
McAFEE are now offering discounts on their Internet Security Suite 2008.
APPLE iPods What's hot in the world of iPods?
Computer Store > Powered by Amazon UK
GREAT BUYS:
Computer Store > Powered by Amazon US
GREAT BUYS:
We stock all kinds of accessories for your PC or laptop including keyboards & mice, monitors and external hard drives & storage such as DVD writers. We also sell components such as motherboards. There are great ranges of printers, PC speakers and webcams to choose from too. We also stock a great range of memory & readers plus sound cards and graphics cards.
We offer great deals and cheap prices on the latest technology for computers and entertainment products.
In computing we have the largest range of Desktop PCs, Laptops & Notebooks, Printers, Computer Software, Monitors, Networking, PC Peripherals, Components and Data Storage including External Hard Drives and USB drives.
In entertainment, we have the latest HD Ready LCD and Plasma TVs, DABs, Mp3 players, Apple iPods, Gadgets, Games consoles and the latest technology available including the latest Sat Nav & GPS Navigation and Digital Cameras.
DELL 25% off electronics & computing accessories.
McAFEE are now offering discounts on their Internet Security Suite 2008.
APPLE iPods What's hot in the world of iPods?
Computer Store > Powered by Amazon UK
GREAT BUYS:
Computer Store > Powered by Amazon US
GREAT BUYS:
We stock all kinds of accessories for your PC or laptop including keyboards & mice, monitors and external hard drives & storage such as DVD writers. We also sell components such as motherboards. There are great ranges of printers, PC speakers and webcams to choose from too. We also stock a great range of memory & readers plus sound cards and graphics cards.
What's Hot at Amazon.com: Movers and Shakers
The Movers & Shakers index identifies, by category, the biggest gainers in sales rank at Amazon.com in the past 24 hours. For example, suppose a music item has a sales rank of 10 today, but was ranked as low as 30 yesterday. Its Movers & Shakers increase would be 200 percent.
These are the Movers and Shakers on Amazon: Great deals, updated hourly!
APPAREL
Amazon.com Movers & Shakers: The biggest gainers in Apparel sales rank over the past 24 hours.
BOOKS
Movers & Shakers in Books
COMPUTERS & PC HARDWARE
Movers & Shakers in Computers & PC Hardware
DVD
Movers & Shakers in DVD
ELECTRONICS
Amazon.com Movers & Shakers: The biggest gainers in Electronics sales rank over the past 24 hours.
HOME & GARDEN
Amazon.com Movers & Shakers: The biggest gainers in Home & Garden sales rank over the past 24 hours.
JEWELRY & WATCHES
Movers & Shakers in Jewelry & Watches
KITCHEN & DINING
Amazon.com Movers & Shakers: The biggest gainers in Kitchen & Dining sales rank over the past 24 hours.
TOYS
Amazon.com Movers & Shakers: The biggest gainers in Toys sales rank over the past 24 hours.
These are the Movers and Shakers on Amazon: Great deals, updated hourly!
APPAREL
Amazon.com Movers & Shakers: The biggest gainers in Apparel sales rank over the past 24 hours.
BOOKS
Movers & Shakers in Books
COMPUTERS & PC HARDWARE
Movers & Shakers in Computers & PC Hardware
DVD
Movers & Shakers in DVD
ELECTRONICS
Amazon.com Movers & Shakers: The biggest gainers in Electronics sales rank over the past 24 hours.
HOME & GARDEN
Amazon.com Movers & Shakers: The biggest gainers in Home & Garden sales rank over the past 24 hours.
JEWELRY & WATCHES
Movers & Shakers in Jewelry & Watches
KITCHEN & DINING
Amazon.com Movers & Shakers: The biggest gainers in Kitchen & Dining sales rank over the past 24 hours.
TOYS
Amazon.com Movers & Shakers: The biggest gainers in Toys sales rank over the past 24 hours.
£100 off Acer Laptops
£100 off Laptops
See the fantastic savings on Acer Laptops, including the Aspire 5720 - Windows Vista Premium, 2 GB RAM and 160GB hard drive for only £474.99.
Deals Of The Day
US Deals & Bargains
Save up to 70% on Thousands of Markdowns
US - Deals of the day
In our 4-for-3 promotion, order any four eligible books under $10 and we'll give you the lowest-price book free at checkout. Stock up on tens of thousands of our most popular books, including favorite series from Janet Evanovich and Jim Butcher:
Save up to 70% on Thousands of Markdowns
US - Deals of the day
In our 4-for-3 promotion, order any four eligible books under $10 and we'll give you the lowest-price book free at checkout. Stock up on tens of thousands of our most popular books, including favorite series from Janet Evanovich and Jim Butcher:
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)