Day#14 - 14 Days of ROSES (Happy Valentine's Day)

14 Days of ROSES - Day#14

Happy Valentine's Day.  Love, chocolate, roses and diamonds all come to mind when thinking about Valentine's Day.  This made me realize that I really don't know the hagiography (biography) of Saint Valentine.

(If you missed Day#13 - click HERE)

I found multiple very different accounts of this Saint's history during my research.  A common one was that St. Valentine was a bishop and protected young Christian men from having to fight in the Roman army by arranging for them to get married (married men did not have to fight)(hence, Valentine's Day being about couples).

I even found a vague reference that St. V. helped bee keepers (maybe that's why roses are a popular gift?).

My favorite account of St. Valentine is this:

- St. V. and a judge were discussing Jesus (St. V. was essentially witnessing to this judge).  The judge said to St. V., "if you can restore my blind daughter's sight, then I will believe in Jesus."  St. V. prayed and laid his hands on the judge's daughter and she was healed!!  The judge immediately asked St. V. what he should do and St. V. said to get rid of all idols from his house and to pray and fast for three days.  After which, the judge freed all Christian inmates under his charge and then he, his family and all his staff were baptized!!!

(Just to clarify - I believe that when "he, his family & staff were baptized" - that means that they were "baptized in the Spirit."  Meaning that they were filled to the brim with the Holy Spirit.

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This "holiday" has unfortunately become very worldly.  Let's instead focus on the fact that God is love:

Click HERE to view:  God's Abundant LOVE

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In this 14 day series, I will be featuring a famous "rose" saying, phrase or poem each day.  As well as sharing an old rose post from the past.

(Also, checkout the 14 Day Chocolate series that I did a few years ago - they will be at the bottom of each post).

ENJOY!

This is technically not a rose - the "Rose of Sharon" is actually part of the Hibiscus family. 

There are different meanings/symbols for each color of rose:

RED - love (romantic love)

YELLOW - friendship, joy

WHITE - purity, loyalty, new beginnings

PINK - peace, happiness, gratitude

BLACK - rebellion, farewell, ending

BLUE - adventure, mystery

PURPLE - royalty, charm, elegance

ORANGE - enthusiasm

Featured ROSE post from the past:

Photo by Angie Ouellette-Tower

Click HERE to view

Regal Rose of Sharon

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A few years ago I did a series called:

"14 Days of CHOCOLATE"

click HERE to view DAY#14

14 Days of ROSES - Day#13

14 Days of ROSES - Day#13

Valentine's Day is 1 day away.  Love, chocolate, roses and diamonds all come to mind when thinking about Valentine's Day.  This made me realize that I really don't know the hagiography (biography) of Saint Valentine.

(If you missed Day#12 - click HERE)

I found multiple very different accounts of this Saint's history during my research.  A common one was that St. Valentine was a bishop and protected young Christian men from having to fight in the Roman army by arranging for them to get married (married men did not have to fight)(hence, Valentine's Day being about couples).

I even found a vague reference that St. V. helped bee keepers (maybe that's why roses are a popular gift?).

My favorite account of St. Valentine is this:

- St. V. and a judge were discussing Jesus (St. V. was essentially witnessing to this judge).  The judge said to St. V., "if you can restore my blind daughter's sight, then I will believe in Jesus."  St. V. prayed and laid his hands on the judge's daughter and she was healed!!  The judge immediately asked St. V. what he should do and St. V. said to get rid of all idols from his house and to pray and fast for three days.  After which, the judge freed all Christian inmates under his charge and then he, his family and all his staff were baptized!!!

(Just to clarify - I believe that when "he, his family & staff were baptized" - that means that they were "baptized in the Spirit."  Meaning that they were filled to the brim with the Holy Spirit.

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This "holiday" has unfortunately become very worldly.  Let's instead focus on the fact that God is love:

Click HERE to view:  LIMITLESS LOVE

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In this 14 day series, I will be featuring a famous "rose" saying, phrase or poem each day.  As well as sharing an old rose post from the past.

(Also, checkout the 14 Day Chocolate series that I did a few years ago - they will be at the bottom of each post).

ENJOY!

There are different meanings/symbols for each color of rose:

RED - love (romantic love)

YELLOW - friendship, joy

WHITE - purity, loyalty, new beginnings

PINK - peace, happiness, gratitude

BLACK - rebellion, farewell, ending

BLUE - adventure, mystery

PURPLE - royalty, charm, elegance

ORANGE - enthusiasm

Featured ROSE post from the past:

Click HERE to view

Rose Egg Platter with Sprouted Deviled Eggs

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A few years ago I did a series called:

"14 Days of CHOCOLATE"

click HERE to view DAY#13

Day#12 - 14 Days of ROSES

14 Days of ROSES - Day#12

Valentine's Day is 2 days away.  Love, chocolate, roses and diamonds all come to mind when thinking about Valentine's Day.  This made me realize that I really don't know the hagiography (biography) of Saint Valentine.

(If you missed Day#11 - click HERE)

I found multiple very different accounts of this Saint's history during my research.  A common one was that St. Valentine was a bishop and protected young Christian men from having to fight in the Roman army by arranging for them to get married (married men did not have to fight)(hence, Valentine's Day being about couples).

I even found a vague reference that St. V. helped bee keepers (maybe that's why roses are a popular gift?).

My favorite account of St. Valentine is this:

- St. V. and a judge were discussing Jesus (St. V. was essentially witnessing to this judge).  The judge said to St. V., "if you can restore my blind daughter's sight, then I will believe in Jesus."  St. V. prayed and laid his hands on the judge's daughter and she was healed!!  The judge immediately asked St. V. what he should do and St. V. said to get rid of all idols from his house and to pray and fast for three days.  After which, the judge freed all Christian inmates under his charge and then he, his family and all his staff were baptized!!!

(Just to clarify - I believe that when "he, his family & staff were baptized" - that means that they were "baptized in the Spirit."  Meaning that they were filled to the brim with the Holy Spirit.

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This "holiday" has unfortunately become very worldly.  Let's instead focus on the fact that God is love:

Click HERE to view:  Forever LOVE

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In this 14 day series, I will be featuring a famous "rose" saying, phrase or poem each day.  As well as sharing an old rose post from the past.

(Also, checkout the 14 Day Chocolate series that I did a few years ago - they will be at the bottom of each post).

ENJOY!

There are different meanings/symbols for each color of rose:

RED - love (romantic love)

YELLOW - friendship, joy

WHITE - purity, loyalty, new beginnings

PINK - peace, happiness, gratitude

BLACK - rebellion, farewell, ending

BLUE - adventure, mystery

PURPLE - royalty, charm, elegance

ORANGE - enthusiasm

Featured ROSE post from the past:

Photo by Angie Ouellette-Tower

Click HERE to view

Frank's Flowers - "Reddy Rosie"

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A few years ago I did a series called:

"14 Days of CHOCOLATE"

click HERE to view DAY#12

14 Days of ROSES - Day#11

14 Days of ROSES - Day#11

Valentine's Day is 3 days away.  Love, chocolate, roses and diamonds all come to mind when thinking about Valentine's Day.  This made me realize that I really don't know the hagiography (biography) of Saint Valentine.

(If you missed Day#10 - click HERE)

I found multiple very different accounts of this Saint's history during my research.  A common one was that St. Valentine was a bishop and protected young Christian men from having to fight in the Roman army by arranging for them to get married (married men did not have to fight)(hence, Valentine's Day being about couples).

I even found a vague reference that St. V. helped bee keepers (maybe that's why roses are a popular gift?).

My favorite account of St. Valentine is this:

- St. V. and a judge were discussing Jesus (St. V. was essentially witnessing to this judge).  The judge said to St. V., "if you can restore my blind daughter's sight, then I will believe in Jesus."  St. V. prayed and laid his hands on the judge's daughter and she was healed!!  The judge immediately asked St. V. what he should do and St. V. said to get rid of all idols from his house and to pray and fast for three days.  After which, the judge freed all Christian inmates under his charge and then he, his family and all his staff were baptized!!!

(Just to clarify - I believe that when "he, his family & staff were baptized" - that means that they were "baptized in the Spirit."  Meaning that they were filled to the brim with the Holy Spirit.

_______________________________________

This "holiday" has unfortunately become very worldly.  Let's instead focus on the fact that God is love:

Click HERE to view:  Parable of the Good Samaritan - LOVE OTHERS

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In this 14 day series, I will be featuring a famous "rose" saying, phrase or poem each day.  As well as sharing an old rose post from the past.

(Also, checkout the 14 Day Chocolate series that I did a few years ago - they will be at the bottom of each post).

ENJOY!

There are different meanings/symbols for each color of rose:

RED - love (romantic love)

YELLOW - friendship, joy

WHITE - purity, loyalty, new beginnings

PINK - peace, happiness, gratitude

BLACK - rebellion, farewell, ending

BLUE - adventure, mystery

PURPLE - royalty, charm, elegance

ORANGE - enthusiasm

Featured ROSE post from the past:

photo by Angie Ouellette-Tower

Click HERE to view

Frank's Flowers - "Monique The Rose"

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A few years ago I did a series called:

"14 Days of CHOCOLATE"

click HERE to view DAY#11

Day#10 - 14 Days of ROSES

14 Days of ROSES - Day#10

Valentine's Day is 4 days away.  Love, chocolate, roses and diamonds all come to mind when thinking about Valentine's Day.  This made me realize that I really don't know the hagiography (biography) of Saint Valentine.

(If you missed Day#9 - click HERE)

I found multiple very different accounts of this Saint's history during my research.  A common one was that St. Valentine was a bishop and protected young Christian men from having to fight in the Roman army by arranging for them to get married (married men did not have to fight)(hence, Valentine's Day being about couples).

I even found a vague reference that St. V. helped bee keepers (maybe that's why roses are a popular gift?).

My favorite account of St. Valentine is this:

- St. V. and a judge were discussing Jesus (St. V. was essentially witnessing to this judge).  The judge said to St. V., "if you can restore my blind daughter's sight, then I will believe in Jesus."  St. V. prayed and laid his hands on the judge's daughter and she was healed!!  The judge immediately asked St. V. what he should do and St. V. said to get rid of all idols from his house and to pray and fast for three days.  After which, the judge freed all Christian inmates under his charge and then he, his family and all his staff were baptized!!!

(Just to clarify - I believe that when "he, his family & staff were baptized" - that means that they were "baptized in the Spirit."  Meaning that they were filled to the brim with the Holy Spirit.

_______________________________________

This "holiday" has unfortunately become very worldly.  Let's instead focus on the fact that God is love:

Click HERE to view:  Parable of the Good Samaritan - LOVE GOD FIRST

_______________________________________

In this 14 day series, I will be featuring a famous "rose" saying, phrase or poem each day.  As well as sharing an old rose post from the past.

(Also, checkout the 14 Day Chocolate series that I did a few years ago - they will be at the bottom of each post).

ENJOY!

There are different meanings/symbols for each color of rose:

RED - love (romantic love)

YELLOW - friendship, joy

WHITE - purity, loyalty, new beginnings

PINK - peace, happiness, gratitude

BLACK - rebellion, farewell, ending

BLUE - adventure, mystery

PURPLE - royalty, charm, elegance

ORANGE - enthusiasm

Featured ROSE post from the past:

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Preparing Rose Hips for Preserving

&

 

Click HERE to view

Rosehip Applesauce

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A few years ago I did a series called:

"14 Days of CHOCOLATE"

click HERE to view DAY#10

Tuesdays with a Twist Blog Hop #668

Welcome to Tuesdays with a Twist #668!

ENJOY!

Before we get to the blog hop today - 

a chocolate RECIPE post from a few years ago:

Cherry Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

 

Checkout wonderful seeds at Mary's Heirloom Seeds 

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Or click picture below:

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Also, checkout one of my Bags/Purses available at Zazzle:

Evening Sun Mix Sunflower Tote Bag
by GodsGrowingGarden

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Good Morning and Welcome to another No Rules Party!

Angie @ God's Growing Garden

My Features this Week are:

1. "Dark Chocolate Drizzled Strawberry Shortbread Cookies" by Cindy's On-Line Recipe Box

2. "Cycling & My Senior Exercise Plan" by Road Gypsies

3. "Alaskan Cruise Shore Excursion Ketchikan" by twochicksandamom

If you've been featured I'd love for you to grab a button.

The party starts every Tuesday at 7am EST and will continue until Saturday at 11:59pm.  Feel free to stop back any time and "like" your favorites.  Please visit other blogs if you have a moment. 

Share older posts as well as new ones.  No limit on links!

*Pictures should be your own* 

By linking up you give us permission to use these photos

 (with proper link backs) in our features.   And now for the party!

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Grow your own!
Many wonderful garden products from
 "Mary's Heirloom Seeds"!!
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14 Days of ROSES - Day#9

14 Days of ROSES - Day#9

Valentine's Day is 5 days away.  Love, chocolate, roses and diamonds all come to mind when thinking about Valentine's Day.  This made me realize that I really don't know the hagiography (biography) of Saint Valentine.

(If you missed Day#8 - click HERE)

I found multiple very different accounts of this Saint's history during my research.  A common one was that St. Valentine was a bishop and protected young Christian men from having to fight in the Roman army by arranging for them to get married (married men did not have to fight)(hence, Valentine's Day being about couples).

I even found a vague reference that St. V. helped bee keepers (maybe that's why roses are a popular gift?).

My favorite account of St. Valentine is this:

- St. V. and a judge were discussing Jesus (St. V. was essentially witnessing to this judge).  The judge said to St. V., "if you can restore my blind daughter's sight, then I will believe in Jesus."  St. V. prayed and laid his hands on the judge's daughter and she was healed!!  The judge immediately asked St. V. what he should do and St. V. said to get rid of all idols from his house and to pray and fast for three days.  After which, the judge freed all Christian inmates under his charge and then he, his family and all his staff were baptized!!!

(Just to clarify - I believe that when "he, his family & staff were baptized" - that means that they were "baptized in the Spirit."  Meaning that they were filled to the brim with the Holy Spirit.

_______________________________________

This "holiday" has unfortunately become very worldly.  Let's instead focus on the fact that God is love:

Click HERE to view:  Recipe for the Christian Life - LOVE

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In this 14 day series, I will be featuring a famous "rose" saying, phrase or poem each day.  As well as sharing an old rose post from the past.

(Also, checkout the 14 Day Chocolate series that I did a few years ago - they will be at the bottom of each post).

ENJOY!

There are different meanings/symbols for each color of rose:

RED - love (romantic love)

YELLOW - friendship, joy

WHITE - purity, loyalty, new beginnings

PINK - peace, happiness, gratitude

BLACK - rebellion, farewell, ending

BLUE - adventure, mystery

PURPLE - royalty, charm, elegance

ORANGE - enthusiasm

Featured ROSE post from the past:

Photo by Angie Ouellette-Tower

Click HERE to view

Frank's Flowers - "Monet's Watercolor" Rose 

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A few years ago I did a series called:

"14 Days of CHOCOLATE"

click HERE to view DAY#9