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Gods of Love Flower Symbolism Pick Up Lines Do's and Don'ts in Confessions Valentine's Comic Anonymous Love Letters Valentine's Day Spendings Fan Meeting in Bangkok Movies to Watch Horoscopes
GODS/GODDESSES OF LOVE BY: CHERN-TAY SHIH (KEVIN) Greek (Roman) mythology: Aphrodite (Venus) Aphrodite was the Olympian goddess of love, fertility, and desire. She is the daughter of Zeus and Dione. In another version of the myth, she arose from the foam of the sea. Aphrodite is also known as Venus. In one famous painting ?The Birth of Venus? by Sandro Botticelli, we can see that she is the symbol of the conchshell where she was standing with Eros, a winged godling of love. Greeks often worship her, but sometimes fear her because she is an important deity to replenish the population of Greece. Aside from that, she is also known as the protector of all sailors.
Eros (Cupid) Eros, or Cupid, is commonly known as the god of love with a golden bow and quiver full of arrows. Not to mention, Aphrodite is his mother. Eros looks like a young child with a wing, but he is actually really old, but remained young without getting old. The name ?Eros? is the root of many words, such as erotic. We all know that Eros always appears on top of a lover and uses his bow to shoot at a mortal?s heart, and later at another mortal?s heart to make them fall in love. However, he can also create hatred between mortals too.
Egyptian mythology: Hathor Hathor is one of the most important goddesses in Egyptian culture. Her role is to maintain all life on Earth. Egyptian worshiped her as the goddess of the sky, fertility, music, and dance. Egyptians often portray Hathor as a woman with horns or with a cow head because the name ?Hathor? means the House of Horns. Despite that, she is also titled as lady or mistress of turquoise - according to one inscription.
Norse mythology: Freyja (Freya) Freyja, also spelled as Freya, Frea, or Freyia is the god of fertility and love. She is considered as the second most beautiful of all Asynjur (goddesses). She traveled with a chariot driven by two cows. She is responsible for claiming warriors? souls along with Odin. She is also a materialistic person who owns a famous possession known as the Brisingamen necklace. Furthermore, she is also known as ?She Goat? on account of affairs with a giant.
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FLOWERS SYMBOLISM BY: NATTAR-AAN CHOOVANITVONGE (BIM)
Valentine?s day is coming soon! As everybody already knows, sometimes people give out flowers on Valentine?s day. If you?re a girl, this might not matter to you, however if you?re a boy then you might want to read this! One of these types of flowers might be the one you?re sending to your beloved one. Read carefully and take NOTES.
Roses: Roses are one of the most popular flowers on Valentine?s Day, but don?t let this flower fool you, there are plenty of flowers to choose from(!). Roses symbolize love, romance, beauty, and perfection. If you feel like other flowers are too vivid, it might be perfect to choose this flower as your first choice. Gerbera daisies: Gerbera daisies, in general, symbolize beauty, innocence, and purity. This flower can come in different colors and meanings depending on the one you like. Orange means sunshine of life, red means unconsciously or fully immersed in love, white means innocence or childlikeness, pink means admiration, and yellow means cheerfulness.
Tulips: Tulips are one of the most classic and affordable flowers out of all Valentine?s Day flowers; they symbolize perfect love. Beware though, if it is an unrequited love, then you should be buying yellow tulips.
Alstroemeria: Alstroemeria or Peruvian lilies symbolize friendship and devotion. This fanciful flower may be hard to find in Thailand because alstroemeria is natively grown in Peru. If you can?t find it, just don?t be too sad.
Casa Blanca Lilies: Casa Blanca Lilies symbolizes beauty, class and style. Some may say it?s for celebration, however they can also be used for Valentine?s. P.S. They?re mostly used in weddings! * wink*
Orchids: Orchids symbolize love, beauty, luxury, and strength. You might notice that the meaning is similar to roses ?you?re not wrong about that. Orchids are one of the substitute for roses.
Carnations: Carnations symbolize fascination and new love. In some countries, it is a flower for Mother?s Day, but it can be used in nearly every occasion. Don?t worry, I?m sure receiving a carnation on Valentine?s Day won?t be so bad.
Sunflowers: Sunflowers symbolize warmth and happiness. This big bright flower is known to be a happy flower and its effectiveness won?t be lost to others. It also symbolizes adoration and longevity.
Irises: Irises symbolizes faith and hope. If you mix them up with tulips or daisies, then its effect may increase. This blue or purple flower will also help strengthen your lovely bouquets.
Gardenias: Gardenias symbolize purity and joy. This elegant flower signifies a secret love or an old-fashioned love. They are usually very expensive and are given to those you have a history with.
Works Cited: "Gerbera Flower Meaning." Flower Meaning. N.p., 20 June 2016. Web. 25 Jan. 2017. Amanda Greene, and Diane MacEachern, "The Meaning Behind 10 Popular Valentine's Day Flowers." Woman's Day. N.p., 23 Jan. 2017. Web. 25 Jan. 2017.
PICK UP LINES BY: GRACE TIRABASSI Do you have an eye on someone special but don't know how to express your feelings for them? Fear not, for I have created the cheesiest best pickup line compilation in the history of humanity that will definitely win your girl or guy. Behold: Is your Dad an astronaut? Because he took the stars from the sky and put them in your eyes. My friend over there thinks you?re kind of cute, but I don?t think so. I think you?re gorgeous. I had planned to say something really sweet about you, but the second I saw you, I was absolutely speechless. How about we flip a coin? If it lands on heads, you?re mine. If it lands on tails, I?m all yours. Listen, don?t freak out if a fat man kidnaps you in the middle of the night and puts you into a big bag. I told Santa that I wanted you for Christmas this year. Okay, I?m here. Now, what are your other two wishes? I just have one question: Have you always been this adorable? Or is this something you had to work at? You know, your hand looks really heavy. Why don?t you let me hold it for you?Your face looks so familiar. Did we take a class together? I could have sworn we had chemistry.
I don?t know if you?re beautiful, I haven?t gotten past your eyes yet. I just had to come talk with you. Sweetness is my weakness. Do you believe in love at first sight? or should I walk by again? Feel my shirt. Know what it's made of? (Boyfriend/Girlfriend) material. I know somebody who likes you but if I weren?t so shy, I?d tell you who. Hey, can you take a picture with me? I want to make my ex jealous. You look like you?re suffering from a severe lack of Vitamin Me. Can I tie your shoes? I don?t want to risk you falling for someone else.
Works Cited: Buzinko, James. "30+ AWESOMELY Cute Pick Up Lines." TheStallionStyle. The Stallion Style, 26 Aug. 2015. Web. 24 Jan. 2017. <http://thestallionstyle.com/30-awesomely-cute-pick-up-lines/>. Reader's digest editors. "Cheesy Pick-Up Lines So Funny You're Guaranteed to Laugh." Reader's Digest. Trusted Media Brands, Inc., n.d. Web. 24 Jan. 2017. <http://www.rd.com/funny-stuff/cheesy-pickup-lines/>. Pocock, Courtney. "100 Pick Up Lines for Girls to Use on Guys." 100 Pick Up Lines for Girls to Use on Guys. Her Interest, 3 Feb. 2014. Web. 24 Jan. 2017. <http://www.herinterest.com/100-pick-up-lines-for-girls-to-use-on-guys/>. "20 of the Most Adorable Pick Up Lines to Snag Any Girl." All Teens Talk. All Teens Talk, 19 July 2014. Web. 24 Jan. 2017. <http://www.allteenstalk.com/20-adorable-pick-lines-snag-girl/>.
DO'S AND DON'TS IN CONFESSIONS BY: COCO HUANG
Confessing is an art of great courage. It takes guts and feelings. Many people have, at least, been through this once in their lifetime. Some may regret it, some may not. However, a factor of a relationship between two people is communication, and I want people to stay happy (whether you?ve confessed or not). With the help of my friends, who are romance extraordinaries, and some of my experiences, here are some things you should or should not do when you pour out your hidden feelings to that special someone:
DON'T Publicly Confess This is the most important advice from me as you prepare to tell your long-time (or short-time) crush. This should especially be considered if the person you?re confessing to is shy or doesn?t like attention. Not only does it seem inconsiderate of other people?s personal space, but it?ll also bring unwarranted attention to you. Think of it like this: if someone says they like you in front of a huge crowd, but you?re unsure about your answer, wouldn?t the amount of publicity make you feel uncomfortable? Your crush might be flattered about you liking them, but they?re not flattered by the fact that you aren?t aware of other people?s feelings too. People who have seen the public confession (especially a failed confession) would easily spread the news and details about it because, let?s face it, we all like to gossip. In the end, you wouldn?t be able to control your rotting reputation and would feel like hiding under a rock forever (okay, probably not all of you, but I would). But in all seriousness, be considerate if you?re serious about liking someone!
Confess by Texting Nowadays accounts can be hacked; texts can have a different context depending how people interpret it, and there are believable chain messages too! If you?re going to be genuine, texting is a H UGE no-no. Talking to the person you?re confessing to makes it sound more sincere and it?s much clearer than the confusing implications in a LINE message. Plus, it?d be awkward if your crush never talked to you again after leaving your message on "read."
Direct Your Anger When Rejected Rejection is most likely a very huge fear for most people reading this article. I mean, why would you be so anxious to ask another person for advice about being honest? Anyways, rejection is around 50% of the possible outcome when you confess. I totally understand that you would be upset if your crush refuses your advances; I?ve had first-hand experience! However, that doesn?t give you an excuse to start malicious rumors, get angry, and be petty around your possibly former crush. That?s what a childish person would do. When you don?t get what you want, you?re just going to go out there and make your former love?s life terrible? Cry a river, build a bridge, and get over it! There are plenty fish in the sea, and you?ve got the rest of high school and college life to go through!
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Give Them Time It?s pretty shocking to have someone say they like you, so it?s good if you give them some space after pouring out your hidden feelings to the person you keep thinking about. Figuring out feelings always takes time, and you shouldn?t force people to quickly decide on a conclusion that will greatly impact a relationship. It may take days or even weeks to figure out a solid answer.
Stay Friends After Rejection Friends are hard to come by, and if you?re one of people who likes your friend, tough luck. Sometimes it can be awkward to confess, but don?t get all fussy! Having a good friend is hard to find in society nowadays, so I really encourage you to keep talking with each other without minding about your confession too much. After all, honesty is the best policy. However, if being with the person you confessed to feels uncomfortable, then I?d suggest getting away from them as the best solution.
I hope this small guide can help anxious lovebirds on the verge of confessing during Valentine?s. Good luck!!
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VALENTINES'S DAY SPENDINGS BY: BINGLONG CHEE Despite the fact that Valentine?s Day is one of the most widely known and celebrated holidays in the United States of America, only about 55% of Americans commemorate the legend of St.Valentine?s with their significant others. When you look into the numbers, however, the industries behind such a holiday are still without a doubt blooming. Titled ?Love Is An Expensive Business,? the 2015 Forbes article written by data journalist Niall McCarthy states that sales are expected to hit $19 billion dollars. The consumers?behaviors are currently entitled to an upward trend in terms of amount spent by men and women each year for this day. Americans spent a total of $19.7 billion dollars alone in the year of 2016 for Valentine?s Day, a 4% increase from 2015?s spending, which accounts to approximately $800 million dollars. The category in which most lovers spend their money is jewelry ($4.5billion). Second place is dates ($4.4billion), and third place is flowers ($1.98billion). On average, each American spends about $147 dollars, with men spending significantly more than women. Fun Facts: If you are single, you can celebrate the Singles Awareness Day(SAD) on February the 15th. ?Teachers will receive the most Valentine?s Day cards, followed by children, mothers, wives, sweethearts and pets? (list25.com). Valentine?s Day was first declared a holiday in 1537. Works Cited "25 Interesting Facts You Didn't Know About Valentine's Day." List25, list25.com/25-interesting-facts-valentines-day/5/. "Valentine's Day Spending Statistics & Trends." Fundivo, www.fundivo.com/stats/valentines-day-spending-statistics/#.
FAN MEETING IN BANGKOK BY: NAWAPORN TRONGTRIRAT (TONG)
February: the month of love. All born-to-be Korean fans should get ready for the important events that are going to take place in TH AILAND! These events are going to be a real surprise to all fans, especially girls; so arrange your schedule, save your money, and I hope to see you all there!
February 6, 2017: the Goblin cast and crew will be travelling to Phuket, Thailand. The lead actor ?Gong Yoo? has confirmed that he will be part of the trip to the Andaman Sea. To all the goblin?s brides, this is the only chance to meet the goblin and his bromance, the grim reaper!
WHEN: 6. 02. 17 WHERE: phuk et
Have you ever watched ?W Two Worlds?? Well, then your guess is correct! ?2017 Lee Jong Suk Fan Meeting Variety? will be held at Thunderdome, Bangkok on February 25th.
WHEN: 25. 02. 17 6: 30 PM WHERE: t hunder dome, muangt hong t hani
In early February, Lee Min Ho, the main actor of ?Legend of the Blue Sea," will come to Thailand. However, the exact place and time is still a secret. Stay tuned!
WHEN: EARLY FEB
WHERE: TBA
Park Bo Gum Asia Tour Fan Meeting in Bangkok will take place three days before Valentine?s Day, February 11, 2017: You will not only meet the actor from ?Moonlight Drawn by the Clouds," but you?ll also meet his real beloved brother, Song Joong-ki, as a special guest.
WHEN: 11. 02. 17 WHERE: THunder dome, muangt hong t hani
Five days after Park Bo Gum?s fan meeting, Song Joong Ki will also come to Thailand as the brand ambassador of 11street Thailand. [For the second time!!!!] This event will be held at Central World, Bangkok. February 14 is ?self? love day. Give yourself some presents and take the time to celebrate with your beloved ones. Happy Valentine?s Day, guys! If you have any questions in regards to these upcoming events, feel free to contact me :) -Nawaporn Trongtrirat (Tong)
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MOVIES TO WATCH BY: GABRIELLE MARTINA P.TOLEDO (GABBIE)
The Space Between Us ?Two worlds, one love? Release Date: Februrary 10, 2017 Starring: Asa Butterfield, Britt Robertson Plot: Gardner Elliot (Asa Butterfield) became friends with a girl named Tulsa (Britt Robertson) online; however, she lives on Earth, while he lives on Mars. When Gardner turns 16, he is given a chance to go to Earth, and he decides to meet her. However, he later discovers that his organs aren?t functioning properly due to Earth?s atmosphere.
Nerve ?We dare you? Released on: August 18, 2016 Starring: Emma Roberts, Dave Franco Plot: Vee, a high school senior, (Emma Roberts) plays an online version of ?Truth or Dare?where participants accept challenges and dares for money. As the game intensifies, she and Ian (Dave Franco) get engaged in activities that could result in either life or death.
La La Land ?Here?s to the fools who dream? Release Date: December 29, 2016 Starring: Emma Stone, Ryan Gosling Plot: Mia (Emma Stone), an aspiring actress, and Sebastian (Ryan Gosling), a dedicated jazz musician, both struggle to make it big in modern day Los Angeles. Together, they both experience the joy and pain of pursuing their dreams.
Works Cited "La La Land - Official Movie Site." La La Land - Official Movie Site. N.p., n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2017. "Nerve (2016) Synopsis - Plot Summary." Fandango. N.p., 27 July 2016. Web. 25 Jan. 2017. "Nerve." IMDb. IMDb.com, n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2017. "Plot Summary." IMDb. IMDb.com, n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2017. "The Space Between Us (film)." Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2017.
HOROSCOPES: FEBRUARY 20 17 BY: TAURAK UPPAPUTTHANGKUL (PINK) Earth Signs: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn Conservative and Realistic Emotional, Practical, Loyal
Mar ch 21- Apr 20
Taurus: In February, you will find the first couple of days quite challenging, so don?t take things too personally. Give yourself a chance to do something for yourself. Things will be great on the 9th and 10th. The Taurus 2017 February monthly prediction suggests that by the 15th, you will be ready to socialize over a big meal with your friends, so call them up! If you think that your life on the 20th and 21st is a little boring, you only have yourself to blame. Try something new! Try adding five minutes of meditation to your daily life; it?s a good way to wrap up the month!
Virgo: You are full of surprises during the first few days of February. You are going to be very creative this month. The 12th and 13th are good days to go over all projects with your detail-oriented mind, but be careful about how you express yourself when pointing out flaws. Deep breaths on the 18th and 19th: everything is going to be great! You want to get everything done by the 24th and 25th, but that isn?t going to happen, so take the time to readjust your expectations, then try again. Romance will come to you on the 27th and 28th of February 2017.
DEC 22- J AN 20
AUG 23- SEPT 22
Capricorn: Capricorns, stop thinking about work. Look around and do some planning during the start of the month. It?s important to at least know where you want to go from here. You will question yourself sometimes, but trust your instincts. Don?t let anxiety get the best of you. During the 12th and 13th, you will clearly think things over ,and that?s awesome. Don?t let anything distract you. Make lots of plans on the 18th and 19th: they?ll have a good chance of coming true. By the 27th and 28th, you will be ready for a few changes. Don?t forget to celebrate if celebration is called for!
Water Signs: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces Emotional and Sensitive Intuitive and Mysterious
J UNE 22- J ULY 22
Cancer: If you have to pick between reasons and feelings during the first few days of February, you might want to go with reasons. Emotions sure are crucial to making big decisions, but it can sometimes get in the way. Take a deep breath, step back, and make a choice using your brain. By the 8th, you really need to cut out some of those things that make you feel stressed. Try something daring on February 13th! Romance is on the way for February 14th! The 19th is a good day for communication. The 24th is the day for you to really enjoy: do whatever makes you happy!
Scorpio: There could be a tiny problem at the start of February. On the 3rd, it?s time to face what?s been bothering you. You should try to take meditation courses. Take a deep breath, those bad days (6th, 7th and 8th of February 2017) will pass. By the 13th, all that work issues will come to a solution! Great things are coming your way on the 18th and 19th, and even better days on the 22nd and 23rd. Don?t forget to exercise!
FEB 20- MAR 20
OCT 23- NOV 21
Pisces: During the start of the month, you will be quite giving and helpful. You will eventually find good solutions to problems. By the 4th and 5th, you shouldn?t be surprised to get some very good news, which could be followed by more good news. Romance is coming your way on the 9th and 10th, and even more romance is coming on the 14th and 15th. If an old partnership needs to evolve, you need to deal with that on the 20th. You will get a hand from a very influential person on the 26th, 27th and 28th. Don?t forget to thank them!
Air Signs: Gemini, Libra, Aquarius Rational and Social Friendly, Intellectual, and Analytical
MAY 22- J UNE 21
Gemini: You?re sharp, you?re insightful, and you know exactly what?s going on, especially during the first few days of the month. If you?re in a relationship, your significant other is going to be blown away. If you?re single, your smarts are going to land you the person of your dreams. On the 8th, you?re going to be ready to really express all your hopes and dreams, so open up about what you really, really want. Your life will be full of good things on the 11th, 12th and 13th of February 2017. Take a break on the 18th and 19th, especially when you?re quite emotional. You and your partner are ready to take it to the next level on February 24th, and the next level after that on the 25th. If you?re feeling held back on the February 26th, 27th and 28th, you should focus your energies elsewhere; maybe hit the gym!
Libra: Romance and fun goes hand in hand together, especially during the first few days of the month. The February 2017 Libra horoscope predicts that by the 8th, it?s time to make a choice. Your good energy is going to be the key to your success on the 12th and 13th. By the 16th, you?d better have made some plans to hang out with your friends. You could be quite flirty on the 20th and 21st,. Go outside on February 25th; enjoy your outdoor time. Wrap up the month with a little down time on the 28th.
J AN 21- FEB 19
SEPT 23- OCT 22
Aquarius: The month starts out really great for you on the 1st. Fantastic things just keep on happening on the 2nd and 3rd. Save this great energy to really make the most of all your projects. You could be pretty amazed by your thoughts and ideas on the 6th, 7th and 8th. On the 20th and 21st, take some time to sit down and make some notes about where your thoughts are taking you. Wrap up the month on the 26th, 27th, and 28th of February 2017 with self-discipline. For example, go to the gym, eat well, sleep more, and communicate more!
Fire Signs: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius Passionate, Dynamic, and Temperamental Intelligent, Self-Aware, Creative, Idealistic
MAR 21- APR 20
Aries: Goals and ambitions are what you are all about on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd of February 2017. During the 6th, 7th and 8th everything is going to be absolutely spectacular! Take a little time to stop and look around. Enjoy your life. Try to stick to the point on February 13th. By the 19th, if it?s boring, you should probably do something (ex. taking out the trash, paying the bills, and going for a run). On the 24th, go to a new place and explore. You might discover something you?ll love.
Leo: Your ego is getting a little bit out of hand on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Be careful! Your friends will understand if you need to postpone an appointment on the 5th. The Leo 2017 February monthly predictions suggest that by the 13th, you need some input, and you?ll love all the good things that are coming your way on the 16th and 17th. By the 22nd and 23rd, you are ready to look at a couple of old emotional issues really deeply. Listen to your most trusted friends on big issues on the 27th and 28th.
NOV 22- DEC 21
J ULY 23- AUG 22
Sagittarius: On the 1st, 2nd and 3rd of February 2017, you will glow even more brightly than usual. Don?t just stay indoors on the 6th, 7th and 8th; go play outside! Put on your thinking cap on the 13th. The 24th and 25th are great days for you so celebrate! Focus on your finances on the 27th and 28th. You need to think about these things seriously.
Works Cited: ?Zodiac Signs, Dates, Meanings and Characteristics.? Astrology-Zodiac-Signs, http://www.astrology-zodiac-signs.com. Accessed on 12 Jan. 2017. ?February Horoscope - February 2017 Monthly Horoscope.? Astrology Club, http://astrologyclub.org/horoscope-2017/february-monthly/. Accessed on 12 Jan. 2017.
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