If you haven’t heard, we’re selling handmade letterpress valentines all week to benefit the YMCA Literacy Initiative.
But where on earth did that tradition come from?
According to Wikipedia, what began as a religious holiday, Valentine’s Day started to be associated with love around the Middle Ages. Written valentines first appeared in the 1400 and have been mass-produced since the 19th century.
So you know Valentine’s Day is coming up soon, and you know how the tradition got started. Now what are you going to write in your Valentine’s Day card? Here some great tips for penning the perfect love letter.
And if writing your own note seems like too much, we’re here to help! You can purchase a Writing Center valentine today and tomorrow from 2-4pm near the ZSR circulation desk and all week in the Writing Center (426 ZSR).