Meet Esther Howland, 'Mother of the American Valentine' − and one of Massachusetts' own
Roses are red, violets are blue. Bet you didn't know the modern Valentine's Day card originated in Massachusetts, did you?
Asking Eric: Is it ‘thoughtless’ to send Valentine’s Day text to widow?
A widow feels family members and friends are being insensitive when they send Valentine’s Day greetings. Dear Eric: Valentine ...
Worcester County Wonders: Meet Esther Howland, the 'Mother of the American Valentine'
Roses are red, violets aren't blue. Bet you didn't know the modern Valentine's Day card originated in Worcester, did you?
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Asking Eric: Family won’t stop sending widow Valentine’s Day greetings
A grieving widow struggles with family and friends who insist Valentine’s Day is for everyone, while another reader seeks ...
20+ Non-Cheesy Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her That She’ll Absolutely Adore
Forget the chocolate hearts and rose bouquets and shop non-cheesy Valentine’s Day gifts for her that she is sure to adore.
Champneys Forest Mere review: Is it worth booking for Valentine's and Mother's Day?
Our head of beauty Zoe went on a mother-daughter weekend escape to Champneys' Forest Mere spa hotel in search of wellness. But did it live up to expectations?
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If Valentine’s Day has lost its oomph for you, there’s plenty of other celebrating to do in February
As the children grew, they added their own sentiments, making Valentine’s Day even more special. “Where would I be without my mother ... first to wish you a happy International Day of ...
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Worcester County Wonders: Meet Esther Howland, the 'Mother of the American Valentine'
adding she's more than happy to get cards out of storage for anyone who might want to see them off-season. The American Antiquarian Society now houses more than 3,000 Valentine's Day cards both ...