 | Hallmark has over 1330 different cards
specifically for Valentine's Day. Source: Hallmark.com |
| Some men still believe in chivalry. 91% of men open doors for women.
Source: eHarlequin.com |
| Only the U.S., Canada, Mexico, France, Australia and the U.K. celebrate
Valentine's Day. |
| 89 million roses, the majority red, will
be sold and delivered within a three-day period. Source: Roses Incorporated |
| 33% of Americans rate their first kiss as most memorable.
Source: eHarlequin.com |
| The first valentine was sent by St.
Valentine himself, on the eve of his execution. It was signed "from your
Valentine," and was a note of appreciation to the jailer's daughter, who
had brough him food and delivered messages. |
| 70% of those who celebrate Valentine's Day
give a card; 49% call thier sweethearts; 48% give a gift; 37% cook a
special dinner; 33% give candy; 30% go out to dinner; and 19% give
flowers. Source: CNN Love Zone |
| Children exchange more than 650 million
Valentine's Day cards with their teachers, classmates, and family members.
Source: Hallmark.com |
| California produces 60% of American roses.
However, most roses sold on Valentine's Day are imported from South
America. Source: Roses Incorporated |
| A love seat is a wide chair that was first
created for women and their wide dresses and petticoats. It was later made
wider so that courting couples could sit together. Source: CNN Love Zone |
| 46% of women think a good nights rest is better than sex. 68% of men
disagree. Source: eHarlequin.com
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