January News: Saint Valentines Day
We celebrate Valentines Day each year by exchanging cards, giving flowers and sharing gifts - It’s a fun holiday, but how did it start?
It is said that the celebrations derived from both Christian & Roman ancient tradition of the Lupercalia festival, a fertility festival. Following the rise of Christianity in Europe, many pagan holidays were renamed for and dedicated to the early Christian martyrs. Lupercalia was no exception. In 496 AD, Pope Gelasius turned Lupercalia into a Christian feast day and proclaimed it to be the feast day in honor of Saint Valentine, a Roman martyr who lived in the 3rd century. It is this St. Valentine whom the modern Valentine's Day honors.
So, how can you spoil your Valentine and let them know you care?
For the traditional touch, a dozen red roses is always a winner. Robyn’s Nest will have bouquets available for you to pick up direct from the store, or you can give us a call and we’ll make a bouquet especially for you and your Valentine.
We hand write all of our cards for that personal touch – and just to allay any fears, having worked through many Valentines Days we really have seen it all, we’ve heard just about every pet name from Snookums to Mr. Winky so there’s no need to be shy in relaying your message to us!
We will also have single stem red roses available – always a nice touch to give to Mum, Gran or your daughter so that they know they’re remembered. Single stems start from just $10!
All orders via our website http://www.robynsnestflowers.com.au) or from our Facebook Fans (www.facebook.com/robynsnestflowers) will receive a FREE gift of a Dolci Chocolate Bon-Bon pack with every order.
If you don’t want to send flowers or would like a little something extra, we also have lots cuddly teddy bears, fine chocolates and a wide range of gifts to choose from.
Simply name your Valentine then call us on 02 9451 9911
and we’ll do the rest.
