8 Reasons Why February is So Special!
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I Just Love February, Don’t You!?!
I am so excited to share with you my 8 reasons why February is so special! I know, I know… February is in the middle of a record-breaking winter chill and everyone already knows about Valentine’s Day. So just what’s so different about this month versus any other months in the year!
I’m so glad you ask. But before I dive in with my 8 reasons why February is so special, let me give you a brief history lesson.
Blame it on King Numa Pompilius
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In approximately 713 B.C., the Roman King Numa Pompilius added the two months of January and February to the original 10 months of the first Roman calendar.
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This was done in to synch up the calendar to match the lunar year of 355 days. But in order to reach 354.367 to be exact, 1 month out of the 12 needed to contain an even number of days. So King Numa chose February to have 28 days.
So, as a result, February ends ups being the second and shortest month of the year in the Julian and Gregorian calendar. 28 days in common years and the infamous quadrennial ’29th’ day being called ‘Leap Day’ which occurs only every four years.
Quick Question… what does Nutella, Margaritas, Banana Nut Bread & Frog Legs all have in Common???
February serendipity surprises!
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1. National ‘February Fun Food’ Days!
Go figure, if you want to celebrate in a big way, then mark February 5th on your calendar. Why? Because you can have all the Nutella you want on this National Nutella Day!
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But let’s not stop here. February 22nd is National Margarita Day and February 23rd is National Banana Nut Bread Day. And of course, every four years on February 29th, we celebrate National Frog Legs Day!
Oh, and did I mention that February 9th is National Pizza Day for crying out loud! lol… So, for all you ‘foodies’ out there, February is your special month!
2. Groundhog’s Day – February 2nd
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How many of you remember laughing for two solid hours while watching Bill Murray in the 1993 American Comedy movie, known as “Groundhog Day”?
And I don’t know about you, but I would imagine all you ‘Yankees’ north of the Mason-Dixie Line are hoping that wonderful groundhog doesn’t see his shadow. Why? So you know Winter is about to be over and a warmer Spring shall be on the horizon!
3. We can’t forget about Valentine’s Day!
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Who doesn’t love Valentine’s Day? This is February’s pride and joy! Valentine’s Day is perhaps every florist’s and chocolatier’s dream! It’s widely celebrated all over the world as a festival of romantic love and declaration of devotion.
Who can remember ‘back in the day’ making and receiving homemade Valentine’s cards from our elementary school classmates? Or the decorated ‘Valentine Heart Boxes’, made with Elmer’s glue, cut-out hearts and a whole lot of glitter! Those were the days!
4. President’s Day – 3rd Monday in February
Let’s make this clear. Its important to know that President’s Day honors two iconic American presidents. Abraham Lincoln, born February 12, 1809 and George Washington, born February 22, 1732.
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Celebrating these two national presidents on the 3rd Monday in February is very special in deed. Consolidating their two birthdays was part of 1971’s Uniform Monday Holiday Act. This was done to create more three-day holiday weekends for the nation’s workers.
5. American Heart Month & Black History Month
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In addition to February being known as American Heart Month and Black History Month, it also designated other major events as well. Februaryis also known for National Bird-Feeding Month, National Children’s Dental Health Month and the Turner Syndrome Awareness Month.
6. Random Acts of Kindness Day – February 17th
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What could be more special than celebrating a designated day on February 17th for doing ‘Random Acts of Kindness’? And while I do sincerely appreciate having a day appointed for this, I would love to see this be an every day event. Wouldn’t you?
7. Lucky You if you’re born in February!
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February is indeed very special to me and a lot of people fortunate to have been born in this month! I mean, who wouldn’t want to be an Aquarius or a Pisces?! And not only that, February’s color is purple which brings me to this other fun, special fact…
The birthstone of February, is – you guessed it – a beautiful purple crystal amethyst. Did you know that amethyst crystal stones are known for spiritual protection and their healing powers? They can rid one of negative energy and encourages inner strength, wealth and clarity of mind.
But the special part for me is simply this… I LOVE amethyst jewelry and you don’t have to be born in February to enjoy wearing them!
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8. The most special of them of all – Celebrating Leap Year February 29th
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If you happen to be born on February 29th, then you are definitely special. Did you know that the odds of being born on this significant day are a staggering 1 in 1,461 or .068 percent. The official name for these lucky babies are affectionately known as ‘Leaplings’. In the United States, it’s estimated that there is just 187,000 Leaplings. That’s mind-blowing considering there is approximately 325.7 million US Americans!
I’m sure they get ‘razzed’ all the time with the all-too-familiar jokes about still being a ‘youngster’ despite being 40 years of age instead of 10! But that’s the fun of it, right?
February is indeed a Very Special Month!
So, in summary, I have just one suggestion for you in order to celebrate this special month of February! Now that you know how truly special February is, be sure to plan accordingly! I know for myself, I am planning a special Valentine’s Day treat for my husband!
I plan to give him a Valentine’s Dinner he will not forget! Let’s see, I shall prepare savory gourmet fried frog legs, thin crust pizza ending with dessert featuring banana nut bread covered with yummy Nutella. And I almost forgot! I shall toast him with a ‘virgin’ margarita! Now that sounds like fun, fun, fun!
What a FUN read/blog! February is Special. Just like YOU! Thank you. Made my Day Sparkle!!
Andrea, thanks for your encouraging comments!
Yes 29th February people are so special
Christine, thanks for your comment. I haven’t ever met someone born on February 29th, have you? My brother missed it by 48 hours the year he was born!
Ahh that’s lovely I had no idea that the calendar originally had only 10 months. So
Cool.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, thanks for your comments. Yes, who knew there were originally just 10 mo ths on a calendar year.
There’s some interesting facts here. I was excited to see that my birthday falls on one of those “special” days!
Angie, thanks for your comments! I too am a February birthday – the 4th!
Awesome Post. You listed some cool facts with little details. Loved it, You can make a series on this.
Patricia, thanks for your great comments. Yes, I believe I shall take your advice and definitely make a series of this for each month. Great suggestion!
Great fun post Beth. It’s wonderful to read a light- hearted post amid all the ‘how to’ and list posts advising you to do this or start that to be stress free.
Poovanesh, thanks for your comments. Yes I love doing posts a little different from others.
WOW! I didn’t realize all that was in February. I definitely love my Nutella and Pizza, my metabolism not so much. Very good post, but you made me hungry again. 🙂
Ashley, Nutella National Holiday, who knew, right? I was shocked when I was doing my research in preparing to write this blog. Enjoy!
I dont particularly like February because it’s smack in the middle of winter, but I do like Groundhogs Day, and the Academy Awards are in February. So not all bad.
Personally, I treat all the months of the year the same but I know many people like or love the month of February.
Dan, thanks for commenting! Truly, February seems to be a month alot of people enjoy!
What a fun & uplifting post! Makes me excited for all the whimsical celebrations in the coming month. I too love amethyst. Going to make a point to wear it more in alignment with the month!
Rose, you always have the best comments! Thank you so much! Yes February is so special!
I have learnt a lot of new things today! It’s a great way to serve foodie self ?
And, is there really a day for random act of kindness? How cool is that! Also, I received Amethyst as a gift from where I use to buy my crystals, this is one of my favourites. Love this lovely post. Thank you so much.
Nilakshi, thanks for your lovely comments about 8 Reasons Why February is So Special! I’m proud its my birthday month and I definitely have enjoyed wearing amethyst rings all my life.
Nutella has it’s own day, YUM!
I know, right?!?
An incredible post! We did not know Nutella had its own day. We have a friend that was born on the 29th, again didn’t know there was a word for them. This year she’ll actually be 30 but there’s no leap year so she’s excited about not hitting that number lol.
I only found a out Nutella while researching for this blog! Wjo knew!?!
In Italy we have a 9th reason to celebrate February! February is the month of “Carnival” the period that precide Lent and where people dresses up and walks in Parades with big colorful floating! Plus, there are special treats in these special period of the year called Crostoli and Frittelle… so cheers to February ☺️
I love this! I cant wait to yravel to Italy! Happy February!
A very inspiring and fun blog to read. Want to link swap with me?
More reasons to love February. I will eat nutella everyday to celebrate for sure! ❤️
Thanks Dani for your comment. Dont you just love Nutella?!
Yes! I love February – and I now have even more reason to love it. What a fun post!
Alexandra, yes February is special. Thanks for your comment.
I love this! Needed this positivity on this bleak, freezing winter day!
Melissa, I’m glad you liked this fun blog!
Some interesting facts about February. My birthday is in February too. I’m a Pisces and I love amethyst and the colour purple.
Candice! Mine is coming soon, February 4th! And I love amethyst rings!
Haha, of course Nutella day is one day before my bday, makes perfect sense I love it so much 😀
Elena, I know, right! Happy February Birthday to you!????
This post has made me grin from ear to ear. I am Feb born and yes its indeed a unique month. I just love this month so much because for me the new year begins from February,.. It signifies the beginning for me. when I get serious about life goals and stuff. Coincidentally purple has been my favourite colour too. Purple and blue I absolutely love these colours. This is such good post inspires me to do more. Thanks for sharing!
Suktara, I love your comments and as you probably figured out. Im a February Aquarian too!