Howdy, mofos! Today is Valentine’s Day; therefore, here are some facts about Saint Valentine:
- He is the patron saint of courtly love, epilepsy, and beekeepers.
- He was arrested for secretly performing Christian weddings for couples, thereby allowing the husbands to escape conscription into the Imperial Roman army.
- February 14th is actually the day he was executed (romantic, right?).
- Most of the legends associated with Saint Valentine were invented by Geoffrey Chaucer.
Also, here’s a humorous article about Victorian “Vinegar Valentines.” You’re welcome.