Did you know that Valentine’s Day is t minus 10 days away and counting? That’s right people. It’s time to start perusing the heart-decorated, pink cards and saving up for the only bouquet of red roses you might buy this year. I know that many people poo-poo the idea of Valentine’s day.
Men and women around the world proclaim that this day was invented by the card companies to make a quick buck. In fact, valentines date back to 5th century Rome and was established as a holiday in 500AD. Well before Hallmark was founded in 1910. Why is Valentine’s Day on February 14th, you ask? It’s because Valentine’s Day is in honor of Father Valentine, who defied Roman law and married couples in the Lord’s name. February 14th is the day that Saint Valentine was executed. Before his execution, Father Valentine wrote a note to his lover and signed it “from your Valentine” and Valentine’s day cards were born.
How do I know all of these random Valentine’s Day facts you ask? Well, it’s courtesy of H&S Candies and their Heart of Valentine’s widget. The widget below has great historical facts about Valentine’s, as well as ideas for parties, sweet recipes, and other tips.
If you want to pick up a box of H&S Candies, you can buy them at your local WalMart. Now’s a great time to buy since H&S Candies is donating a portion of all of their Valentine’s sales to Compassion International.
H&S Candies Giveaway Widget
H&S Candies Online
- Visit the H&S Candies Website
- “Like” H&S Candies on Facebook
- Follow H&S Candies on Twitter
- Buy H&S Candies online or at your local Walmart
The WiC Project H&S Candies Giveaway
The Prize: One winner will receive a full box of Heart &Soul Candies Chocolates.
To Enter:
- Check out the H&S widget and let me know a craft, fun fact, or party tip that you like.
- For ONE bonus entry, follow H&S Candies on Twitter and leave a comment with your Twitter handle or ““Like” H&S Candies on Facebook and leave a comment with your FB name. Feel free to drop a note telling them The WiC Project sent you. 🙂
- For ONE more bonus entry, subscribe to The WiC Project via reader or via email and/or “Like” The WiC Project on Facebook. Leave a comment letting me know that you have.
For up to TWO Bonus Entries
The Rules: Giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST, February 18, 2011. Visit our Giveaway Rules page for general giveaway rules that also apply to this giveaway.
Disclaimer: This post consists of my (and/or fellow tester) opinions only. Your experiences may be different. No compensation was given for this review/giveaway. I did receive a free product from the manufacturer or their representing PR agency to use and test for the purposes of this review. This did not affect the outcome of this review.
Sadie says
February 4, 2011 at 3:41 pmI like the party tip- Heart cookies with a candy on them.
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February 4, 2011 at 3:42 pmFollow H&S on twitter
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Anonymous says
February 4, 2011 at 7:49 pmI like the surprise tip of drawing a funny cartoon of my loved one!
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February 4, 2011 at 7:49 pmI like H&S Candies on Facebook – my FB name is Amanda Moore!
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Anonymous says
February 5, 2011 at 1:14 amI think the Mad Lib – Love Letter Style is a cute idea for a party. Thanks.
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February 5, 2011 at 1:15 amI subscribe to The Wic Project via email.
Anonymous says
February 5, 2011 at 6:14 pmI like their Cupid Bingo party tip.
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Anonymous says
February 5, 2011 at 6:16 pmI ““Like” H&S Candies on Facebook and posted on their wall you sent me.
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February 5, 2011 at 6:16 pmEmail subscriber.
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Denise says
February 5, 2011 at 7:37 pmCan’t find the widget, but I followed them on FB (left a comment) and Twitter and I follow you on both!
Kiara says
February 6, 2011 at 5:27 amI like the Cupid Bingo party tip.
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Karen says
February 6, 2011 at 5:53 amI didnt know Valentines Day went back that far as a holiday…500 A.D.
Karen says
February 6, 2011 at 5:53 amI didnt know Valentines Day went back that far as a holiday…500 A.D.
Christin says
February 6, 2011 at 12:52 amI like the idea of writing a message in soap on the bathroom mirror! 🙂
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Christin says
February 6, 2011 at 12:53 amI am following H&S Candies on Twitter
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Christin says
February 6, 2011 at 12:54 amI “liked” the WIC Project on Facebook. 🙂
deb c says
February 6, 2011 at 10:54 amI like the indoor Valentine picnic idea.
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February 6, 2011 at 10:54 amemail subscriber
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February 6, 2011 at 10:55 amlike you on facebook-debbie coyel
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Natalie J. Vandenberghe says
February 6, 2011 at 10:09 pmI thought the “Name That Tune” quiz was pretty fun (I did pretty good on it, too). Thanks for the giveaway.
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Natalie J. Vandenberghe says
February 6, 2011 at 10:11 pmI like H&S Candies on Facebook and told them you sent me 🙂
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February 6, 2011 at 10:12 pmemail subscriber
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bison61 says
February 7, 2011 at 4:00 pmgather a loved ones favorite foods & candies-bundle them and leave on their doorstep
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Anonymous says
February 8, 2011 at 4:09 amI like the idea of baking a cake for a neighbor and writing an appreciative message on the top in icing.
A Family Completed says
February 8, 2011 at 4:07 pmI like the idea of buying a box for a family member or friend. Everyone love receiving chocolate and it’s always a great pick me up.
Thanks for the chance
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February 8, 2011 at 4:07 pmI receive WiC Project emails
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Skkorman says
February 14, 2011 at 5:05 pmI like the cupid bingo!
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February 14, 2011 at 5:06 pmI LIKE the WIC Project on Facebook!
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Skkorman says
February 14, 2011 at 5:07 pmI LIKE H&S candies on Facebook!
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Anonymous says
February 14, 2011 at 9:02 pmI like the idea of a photo scavenger hunt!
clynsg says
February 16, 2011 at 3:54 pmThe Name That Tune game would work not only for a Valentine Party, but also for a wedding shower.
Jason says
February 17, 2011 at 8:49 pmThe Cupid Bingo Tip is my favorite
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February 17, 2011 at 8:49 pmH&S facebook Fan
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February 17, 2011 at 8:50 pmFacebook Fan
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erose says
February 18, 2011 at 2:51 amI like the Mad Lib-Love Letter Style idea
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February 18, 2011 at 2:52 amFB fan of WIC Project (Erin Greenup)
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Hotsnotty2 says
February 18, 2011 at 3:01 amI like the Cupid Bingo party tip, thanks!
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CherylS22 says
February 18, 2011 at 3:47 amI like the idea of a Valentine’s Photos Scavenger Hunt for a party idea.
Thanks for the giveaway!
CherylS22 says
February 18, 2011 at 3:48 amFB fan of H&S Candies (Cheryl Snyder)
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February 18, 2011 at 3:48 amFB fan of WiC Project (Cheryl Snyder)
Emma Peel says
February 18, 2011 at 10:06 amThe Creme Brulee recipe is something I’d want to try
Susan says
February 18, 2011 at 8:25 pmI like their Cupid Bingo party tip.
Susan says
February 18, 2011 at 8:25 pmFB fan of WiC Project Susan S
Susan says
February 18, 2011 at 8:26 pmFB fan of H&S Candies Susan S
Susan says
February 18, 2011 at 8:27 pmI am following H&S Candies on Twitter
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Anonymous says
February 19, 2011 at 12:08 amthe heart shaped cookies are a great party idea
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Diane Baum says
February 19, 2011 at 12:57 amInteresting Valentines Day went back that far as a holiday…500 A.D
Sherrie says
February 19, 2011 at 2:20 amFound out Cupid is the Roman God of Love!
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Ashley says
February 19, 2011 at 2:20 amI didn’t know Valentine’s Day went back that far! Thanks for the chance.
Ashley
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Sherrie says
February 19, 2011 at 2:21 amLike H & S Candies on facebook and left a comment on their wall (sherrie seruntine cruson)
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February 19, 2011 at 2:22 amEmail subscriber
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Robyn says
February 19, 2011 at 5:30 amI like the tip about the heart shaped pancakes, too cute!
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February 19, 2011 at 5:30 amlike HS Candies on twitter (Abbyland2010)
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