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Morgan Freeman Offers Valentine's Day Gift Giving Advice [AUDIO]

Jeremy Fenech — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 21:19:47 +0000

After listening to Ted Nugent rant and rave about gun control and that Obama is taking away Cupid's bow & arrows, it's time to hear another celebrity's take on Valentine's Day. This time, Morgan Freeman has a few words to say. And after playing God several times over, who's going to argue with the man? Guys, if you haven't gotten your sweetheart a gift yet, don't worry about it! Take the advice of Morgan Freeman!

The Top 20 Conversation Hearts That Have Been Retired

Jeremy Fenech — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 19:51:54 +0000

My how times have changed! This is the 147th Valentine's Day people will celebrate with those candy conversation hearts. Sure, they taste like you're eating chalk or drywall, but the messages on them are the best, which is why people buy four million pounds of them a year during the six week period leading up to Valentine's Day

The Most Popular Person To Get A Valentine Card Today

Carl Coffey — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 14:22:57 +0000

It’s estimated that worldwide 1 billion Valentine cards are sent. After Christmas it’s the single largest seasonal card-sending occasion. The person who receive the most Valentine’s Day cards are Teachers, followed by children, mothers, wives, and then, sweethearts. By the way candy is the most given gift on Valentine’s Day followed by flowers, cards, jewelry, [...]

Lonely? Here's How to Really Wallow in Valentine's Day Misery

Emerald Catron — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 22:40:57 +0000

Being sad, alone and pathetic is sort of a specialty of mine. To give you an idea, I've definitely been humiliated by an airbrush artist at an amusement park, which I was visiting without any friends. So when it comes to Valentine's Day, I've basically mastered the art of being totally miserable. Feel free to join me, but it's going to be a pretty rough night. Let's get started, shall we?

The Most and Least Romantic Cities in America Are Guaranteed to Surprise You

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 18:54:45 +0000

Valentine’s Day is upon us, so if you’d like to find the most romantic place to take that special someone, you might be surprised to find out just where in the US that is. Redbox has created a list of the most and least romantic cities in the US, based on how many romance-related releases [...]

The Top Five Worst Possible First Dates [VIDEO]

Jeremy Fenech — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 17:58:10 +0000

Valentine's Day will be here and gone before you know it. Many people go on their first date on Valentine's Day. That being said, when it comes to a first date, wading through feces is only slightly worse than introducing someone to your parents. A new survey asked people to name their worst first dates. Here are the top five...

Ted Nugent Talks Valentine's Day [AUDIO]

Jeremy Fenech — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 17:00:32 +0000

The Motor City Madman is, well, MAD! He’s worried that the gun control issue could bring an end to Cupid, and Valentine’s Day as well! Listen to his message to all of us after the jump!

Woman Receives Flowers From Her Dead Husband

Jeremy Fenech — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 15:48:25 +0000

A clip from a magazine has been making its rounds online. We’re not sure exactly what magazine it came from but it looks to be from ‘Redbook.’ It’s a story from a 68-year-old woman in Houston, Texas named Sue Johnston. She was married to her husband, John, for 46 years. Every Valentine’s Day, he’d send [...]

5 Fun, Different and Surprising Valentine's Day Dates

Kathy Landin — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 17:25:38 +0000

It comes around every year, and yet every year you wonder what kind of date you should take your sweetheart on for Valentine’s Day. There’s always dinner and a movie, but that’s been done. You could see a show and have late-night dessert. If it’s cold, you can freeze your tushes off ice-skating. Or you [...]

Woman Gives Husband a Kidney for Valentine's Day

Jeremy Fenech — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:54:09 +0000

James Jones and Melissa Degesso-Jones of Lake Mary, Florida met two years ago, on Valentine’s Day. And this year, Melissa is giving James a Valentine’s Day gift that will put the rest of us to shame. According to Channel 13 News in Florida, Melissa and James are both going into surgery today so she can [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Office Romances: 5 Things You Should Know Before You Start

Kathy Landin — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 16:10:39 +0000

It’s February, and you know Valentine’s Day is around the corner because as soon as January got rolling, all that red and pink candy started popping up everywhere. It’s cold outside, the holiday of love is nearly upon us, so it would be understandable if you were suddenly in the mood to look at your co-workers just a little differently. Hmm ... which one might have the potential to keep you warm and ring more than your office extension?

5 Tips to Help Plan the Perfect Valentine's Day

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 18:52:07 +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 [...]

10 Romantic Movies Everyone Should Watch on Valentine's Day

Kathy Landin — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:00:20 +0000

The American Film Institute created a list of the 100 most romantic movies ever made. Because their list spans a good 7 or 8 decades, and doesn’t go past the ’90s, it doesn’t include a lot of our favorites. The movies that shaped our ideas of romance.

Attention, Men — Women Want Creative Gifts on Valentine's Day

Shauna Wright — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19:36:16 +0000

For a guy, finding the right Valentine’s Day gift for his beloved can be a challenge. And if a new online survey is to be believed, it just got a little harder — women say the stand-by chocolates and flowers simply won’t do.

10 Reasons You Absolutely Should Not Propose on Valentine's Day

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:00:54 +0000

Valentine’s Day is upon us. While we heart this most romantic of romantic days, we must warn you that asking that special someone to take your hand in marriage isn’t always the best idea.

Here are 10 reasons the most serious question you should ask on Valentine’s Day just might be, “What color candy heart would you like?”

Great Places To Eat On Valentines Day Around Lapeer – Steph's Top Six

Steph Barber — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:34:48 +0000

Don't misunderstand! I love jewelry and flowers. I really like chocolate too. But a great meal out on Valentines Day is a win win. You both enjoy some good food and no one has to cook and clean up. Here are six great restaurants that I enjoy. Whitey's of Davison Whitey's Restaurant Davison [...]

Conan O'Brien Facebook Cards Will Steal Your Valentine

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:35:53 +0000

This Valentine’s Day, Conan is here to help. Last year, the late-night host launched a series of video F-cards, which you can send to your friends on Facebook. F-cards are a lot like E-Cards only, well, blunter. With Valentine’s just around the corner, Conan has unleashed a trio of F-cards to help you navigate this most tricky of days.

6 Valentine's Day Dates Gone Horribly Wrong [PHOTOS]

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:00:40 +0000

While Valentine’s Day is considered the most romantic day of the year, it doesn’t always go according to plan for everyone. Here’s a look at some people Valentine’s Days that could’ve been better. All photos are credited to Thinkstock and all added graphics were created by TheFW staff. Read Original: 6 Valentine’s Day Dates Gone [...]