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16 Nostalgic Valentines You Probably Gave Away as a Kid

Emerald Catron — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 18:03:14 +0000

Remember when Valentine's Day was awesome? You spent all day gluing construction paper to a shoe box, for the sole purpose of having people stuff it with cheap candy and cards from the pharmacy. Now it's just Someecards on Facebook and the orange creams are all that's left in the Whitman's sampler in the office kitchen.

Here are some of those cards you maybe used to get in your shoebox, if the teacher was too depressed to make you make your own Valentines. Happy Valentine's Day.

Valentine's Day Fun Facts

Lucky Larry — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 16:15:43 +0000

Valentine’s Day is about love, money, flowers and more! CNN has compiled a list of fun facts for Valentine’s Day. Lovers will spend nearly $4 billion on flowers and candy combined for the day of love. When you go to break that down, it averages out to about $131 per person that will be spent [...]

Adam Levine is #1 Dream Celebrity For Valentines [POLL]

Lucky Larry — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 15:02:52 +0000

When it comes to celebrities, which one would you like to spend Valentine’s Day with? According to a recent survey, the answer is Adam Levine! The Maroon 5 lead singer came in first place with an overwhelming 55% of the vote! I’m guessing his shirtless cover of 7Hollywood magazine might have a little to do [...]

The 10 Most Adorable Cupid Babies For Valentine's Day

Cameron Simcik — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:35:52 +0000

Warning: what you are about to see might induce an attack of adorable overload. Sit down, take a deep breathe and prepare yourself for… wait for it… Cupid babies. That’s right– we’ve discovered little kids who look like the love master himself. Aww! Since Valentine’s Day is tomorrow, we thought there’s no better way to [...]

Great Valentine's Day Gifts You Can Get for Free on the East Texas Craigslist

Nora Schreiber — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 18:08:59 +0000

Low on cash and need a Valentine’s Day gift? Don’t be afraid, Craigslist is here to help. There are loads of great gifts being sold on the East Texas page of the website. Getting that great gift for FREE is just a click away thanks to Craigslist. Being broke on Valentine’s Day can land you [...]

Our Top 10 Romantic Movies for Valentine's Day [VIDEO]

Leslie Reynolds — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 22:30:45 +0000

Valentine's Day is just three days away and if you haven't started planning, it's crunch time. Valentine's Day isn't about going out and spending a bunch of money; it's about spending time with the person you love and showing them you care. Sometimes all it takes is dinner and a movie at home. This is the one day a guy can watch a sappy love movie and not get his man card revoked. Check out our favorite romantic movies for Valentine's Day!

Who's More Stressed on Valentine's Day — Singles or Couples?

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 14:31:39 +0000

For a holiday all about the heart, Valentine’s Day sure wreaks a lot of havoc on it. According to a new survey, 56% of people believe singe people are more stressed out on Valentine’s Day. The other 44% say people in a couple are more stressed on this most romantic of days. A total of [...]

Where to Buy Flowers for Valentine's Day in Tyler + East Texas

Leslie Reynolds — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 22:15:08 +0000

Valentines Day is exactly one week away. And while it may be cheesy or cliche, all girls love getting flowers. It's a fact. It doesn't have to be a huge, over the top bouquet that costs your entire paycheck. It doesn't matter the size or price of the flowers, it's the thought that counts. Although, I'm sure a huge bouquet wouldn't hurt. Here's a list of local flower shops for you to get your Valentine's flowers from.

Valentine's Day: See the Gifts We'd Give Justin Bieber, Rihanna, Taylor Swift + More Stars We Love

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 19:46:06 +0000

Chocolates. Flowers. Candlelight dinners. Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzz. Those are all nice and perfectly acceptable Valentine's Day gifts, but what a snoozefest. In honor of this lover's holiday, we've decided to get imaginative and put together a list of non-traditional gifts we'd give our favorite pop stars like Justin Bieber, Rihanna, Taylor Swift and more.

10 Cute Dogs Saying 'I Love You'

Cameron Simcik — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 19:29:05 +0000

There are few things we love more than dogs. Think about it-- they look awfully cute in tutus, sport hoodies like champs and even pull off the whole eyebrow look with ease. Our love for dogs is so strong, in fa

Alone on Valentine's Day? Throw Yourself a Perfect Pity Party

Nora Schreiber — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 18:53:19 +0000

Oh, Valentine's Day, how you ruin so many single people's lives. The day set aside for cheesy gifts, lots of PDA, and things that come in pairs. Like that sock that didn't come out of the washer with its match, some people will be all alone on this day. But, don't let Valentine's Day get you down. Throw a pity party!

How Much Will Americans Spend Eating Out on Valentine's Day?

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 19:17:17 +0000

Love may be in the air on Valentine’s Day, but so are bigger bills. According to a survey by online restaurant reservation site OpenTable, the average check for a couple when dining out this Valentine’s Day will be $139, a steep jump from the $85 OpenTable usually reports. The lovebirds out there don’t really seem [...]

10 Adorably Terrifying Valentines By Kids

Stephanie McMaster — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 19:00:17 +0000

Children’s unfiltered honesty can be as heart-meltingly adorable as it is embarrassing. (What parent hasn’t wished for an invisibility cloak after a loud proclamation by their child in the middle of the grocery store?) Valentine’s Day gives kids a chance to put that honesty to good use while telling their family members how much they [...]

The Keys to Surviving Valentine's Day When You're Single

Lucky Larry — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 15:38:22 +0000

If you’re in a relationship, Valentine’s Day is pretty easy (well, for the most part!). However, if you’re single, it can be a pretty tough day, especially if you work in an office full of married or committed people. The women in the office who have a man who care about them will get flowers [...]

5 Unusual Valentine's Day Gifts to Surprise Your Significant Other

Kathy Landin — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 21:00:03 +0000

The year’s most nerve-wracking holiday is right around the corner. Guys rarely know what, if anything, they should get for their girlfriends, and girls spend all kinds of time fretting over whether their guy will get it right. And don’t even get us started about what it does to single people. We can’t solve all [...]

The Best Valentine's Day Jokes — Laughing Our Way to the Day of Love [VIDEO]

Nora Schreiber — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:00:56 +0000

Valentine’s Day seems so serious most of the time. People feeling all of the stress as this ‘day of love’ heads quickly toward all of us. But, shouldn’t this day be taken lightly? Here are some of the best Valentine’s Day jokes to release some of this V-Day stress. This time of year, people are [...]

Best Valentine's Day Date + Dream Celebrity V-Day Dates [POLL]

Nora Schreiber — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 21:49:47 +0000

We collected your favorite Townsquare Media radio DJs’ best Valentine’s Day dates. Plus, we asked them who their dream celebrity Valentine’s Day dates would be. With the big day coming up, this might help some of you figure out your February 14th plans. Mostly, these are just some cute and funny stories. You hear them [...]

Five Worst Valentine's Day Gifts to Give a Woman

Nora Schreiber — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 21:45:27 +0000

Valentine’s Day is only 19 days away. So, it is time to start shopping for your significant other’s gift. But, be very careful men. It is a tricky thing to buy a woman the perfect gift. To help you, here is a list of the five worst gifts to avoid giving. Giving a bad gift [...]

Best Local Restaurants to Celebrate Valentine's Day in Tyler

Leslie Reynolds — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 21:00:36 +0000

Valentine's Day is sneaking up quickly, and it's time to start making plans. Whether you and your significant other are planning it together, or you are planning to surprise, if you want the best you need to start now! Here's a list of the best local restaurants to celebrate this upcoming Valentine's Day.

5 Tips to Help Plan the Perfect Valentine's Day

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 21:30:07 +0000

It’s Valentine’s Day – time for Cupid to come out and do his thing and you to come out and do yours for that man or woman who makes your heart skip a beat. Obviously, every relationship is different, but there are some cardinal rules you should follow when you start planning your Valentine’s Day [...]