Valentine’s Day honors Saint Valentine, but do you know who this person is?  Most don’t.

Saint Valentine was a distinct historical character who was said to heal children while imprisoned.   WERE THE KIDS IMPRISONED?  Valentin was imprisoned was executed on February 14, in the year 270. WHAT WAS HE EXECUTED FOR?  WHAT WAS HE IMPRISONED FOR?

Julia (a lady who wanted to get married but at the time it was prohibited, so Valentine wanted to help). (WHAT’s UP WITH THIS SENTENCE?)  Grateful to the holy  HOLY WHAT, she planted an almond of pink flowers at his tomb. Therefore, the almond tree is a symbol of love and lasting friendship.

Most Morton East students don’t know the actual history behind Valentine’s Day, so they refer to this holiday to the term it was during the 20th century.

“To me, it’s just about spending time with a significant other regardless of what is done. It’s about showing to that person that they mean something to you,” senior Uriel Sotelo said.

“Valentine’s Day to me is showing the people how much you care for about them with gifts and spending time with each other,” senior Nayely Magallon said.

“Valentine’s is the day to take care of people you love and appreciate them for who they are; show them that you care,” senior Lizbeth Moreno said.