CEIGT GAZETTE CEIGT GAZETTE Dear readers, Do you feel it? ...Love is in the air! #¥ And since February is the month when we celebrate Love, we are dedicating the second number of our CEIGT Gazette to this beautiful feeling, LOVE! Therefore, in the next pages you will find articles about Valentine’s Day and the Legend of Saint Valentine, but also about the Legend of Dragobete, our Romanian Cupid! Some movie recommendations and some of the most beautiful traditions people have around the world to celebrate love can also be found in the Gazette. Need to buy something for the loved one and do not know what? Read our article and surprise him!WRITTEN BY DIANA RADOL CEIGT GAZETTE The story of Valentine's Day * Every year on February 14, lovers around the world celebrate Valentine's Day. But where does the name of the holiday come from? Who was Valentine? And how did this become a holiday of love? SAINT VALENTINE'S holiday is linked to a series of legends, which explain the origin of this day of lovers. There are several versions of the story, which combined gave birth to a legend: the legend of Saint Valentine. It is said that Valentine was a priest who married couples in secret, against the law given by Emperor Claudius that had forbidden marriage. And in this story he was taken to prison because he refused to convert to believing in pagan gods. In prison, he befriends the jailer's daughter whom he convinces to believe in God. On the day of his execution, February 14. 269, Valentin writes a love letter to the jailer's daughter, which he does not sign. Another version of the story associates the name of the holiday with that of Saint Valentine of Rome, who was sent to prison for secretly officiating marriages for soldiers who were forbidden todo so. While in prison, he allegedly healed —the daughter of his warden, Asterius. Valentin shared his wisdom and spoke to the girl about the power of God and faith. It seems that before being executed, Valentin ) wrote the gir] one last letter, asking her to have faith. Then he put a flower in the letter and signed himself “your Valentine”. When the girl opened the letter, the flower fell into her palm, and the miracle happened: she could see!WRITTEN BY DIANA RADOL CFIGT GAZETTE . It is also said that, before his execution, Emperor Claudius II, meeting Valentin and seeing that he is a learned man, proposed to release him if he renounced his faith in return. Valentin categorically refused, and for this he was tortured and beheaded. Therefore, Saint Valentine is seen as a martyr who sacrificed himself for the Christian faith. Over the years, lovers have established the tradition of offering flowers on Valentine's Day on the date it was executed, on February 14, in the memory of the priest's gesture, as well as a card signed “from your Valentine”. The gesture of giving Valentine's Day greetings dates back to the medieval era and there is even a poem written in 1415 by the Duke Charles de Orlean to his wife. At the beginning of the 18th century, it was common for friends and lovers to give each other handwritten cards to express their affection, and in the middle of the 19th century, the first specialized workshops appeared, the printed cards being sometimes decorated with lace and ribbons.WRITTEN BY STEFANIA GHITA CEIGT GAZETTE IDEAS FOR VALENTINE’S DAY GIFTS Dear readers, Love love love Valentine's Day is coming and we can already feel how love floats into the air, And it doesn't just float in the air, it floods our hearts again, making us realize that we are lucky that we love and we are loved. Yes, we need Valentines Day to remind our partner how much we love him and how happy we are in his arms. However... Everyone's biggest problem is the lack of ideas for gifts, but with our help you will definitely find something that your partner will adore! 1, Flowers, sweets and teddy bears are still simple but beautiful gestures and appreciated by all women, and...they are among the most affordable gifts. 2. A romantic dinner, because it's Valentine's Day. 3. Personalized gifts such as: paintings with your picture, cups, printed hoodies, bracelets and photo albums. 4. A holiday just for the two of you. 5. What can be more beautiful than a pet? She will adore him to the maximum. 6. Something he wants or likes, maybe you had the opportunity at least once to go shopping with your partner and hear him say “how much I like this blouse/pants/book/scented candle". % 7, Jewelry also never loses its charm. Bracelets, chains or earrings conquer everyone! 8. Body/face/hair care sets, make-up, perfumes never lose their authenticity, being among the most sought-after gifts. 9. If you've come this far and still have no idea, a gift card to her favorite store if you don’t know her taste in clothes or make-up.WRITTEN BY STEFAN MARCU AND TIBERIU LACATUS CEIGT GAZETTE, ‘The Legend of Dragobete Lately everyone celebrates Valentine's Day as the holiday of love, but, Dear Readers, as you surely know, we have our own holiday of love, called Dragobete! Legends say that Dragobete, Dochia's son, is the god of love and good mood. He was also known as Spring Head and Summer Head and was identified with Cupid, the god of love in Roman mythology and Eros, his counterpart from Greek mythology. His story begins as a clever, happy hoy, loved by everyone Legends say that his mother, Dochia, was well known for her beauty: when you met her, you couldn't get your eyes of her golden hair, her white skin and red lips. When she was young, she lived in a shack at the bottom of a mountain, where, one day, a soft cloud descended to earth and hugged her with passion. This is how Dragobete made his appearance in the world, on the 24th of February. w——_O—> Athis birth, four fairies gathered around - Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter. Each one brought him the most beautiful gift in the world. Spring gave him love, the freshness of flower and youth without old age. Summer gave him the sweetness of fruits and the accomplishing love. Autumm gave him a flute to keep him company and to bring joy to others with his songs. And Winter sewed him a white dress like snow. Years passed and Dragobete began to be loved by everyone, especially because he was always happy and his songs were so beautiful that every girl was charmed by them. Even more, on the night of the 23rd of February, as legend says, Dragobete appears in the dreams of every boy and teaches them the secrets of love, so on the 24th of February, more and more couples are formed and live happily ever after. The Americans have established the Love Holiday on the 14th of February, but Romanians prefer the 24th of February as Dragobete's Day rather than Valentine's Day.WRITTEN BY ALEXANDRU STOICA AND ALEXANDRA ENACHE, CEIGT GAZETTE Love Movie Recommendations Dear Readers, since February is the month when we celebrate love, being it on the 14th or the 24th, Valentine’ s Day or Dragobete, you should definitely watch some movies together with your partners. And what movies are more appropriate for this, than...romances or love stories. Therefore, in the next lines you will find our recommendations: A Walk to Remember A movie that proves to all of us that you can't choose who to love. Extremes attract and feelings are not shy to appear. London, the extroverted boy who plays girls on his fingers, ends up meeting and marrying the priest's daughter. Things take a turn when they receive some shocking news. Can a bad boy be put on the ground by a good girl? You will find out watching this beautiful love movie.WRITTEN BY DALEXANDRU STOICA AND ALEXANDRA ENACHE CEIGT GAZETTE. One Day But it took them a while, a marriage, a child and a divorce to recognize that they were meant to be together. Best friends, or "I don't want to admit that I'm in love with you". Tell the person you love how you feel before it's too late it is the lesson that this movie teaches us. Me before You Time cannot measure everything. A man you've known for six months can make you feel like no other has done in years. However, you cannot make decisions for others, even if they affect you. A movie that you definitely have to watch together! The Notebook “Even if you repeatedly forget about our love, I will keep reminding you"-this is the message this movie sends us. Not to miss! The In Between There is always a way to communicate with your loved one if you really want to, but the effort must come from both of you. A lesson that we all have to learn if we want to make our relations work. Watch it together and you won't regret it!WRITTEN BY DALEXANDRU STOICA AND ALEXANDRA ENACHE CEIGT GAZETTE Corpse Bride "Because she loved you first". Want to find out more? Watch the movie, but...not alone! Five Feet Apart Do you still have low standards? He risked his life to save hers. Would you do the same? This is the question...WRITTEN BY PAUL CAMEN, GABISTAN AND ANTONIO CACIAMAC — CEIGT GAZETTE. Valentine’s Day traditions around the world Just as everybody knows February 14th is Valentine’s Day which means roses, pink or red teddy bears, heart shaped chocolate boxes. But does it mean the same thing to people in other countries? Some cultures have Valentine’s Day traditions that predate hearts and flowers. Other cultures have imported the celebration of Valentine’s Day and put their own footprint on it. Let’ see how other people around the world celebrate Valentine’s Day. In South Korea 14th February is boy and men’s day because on this day girls spoil their Boyfriends and Husbands with sweets and flowers. I know you may think that this is not fair but I can tell you that their turn comes too, because 14th March is “White Day” when women are spoiled with flowers, sweets and gifts. + InJapan February 14th is also a day to spoil men. However, it’s not just your lover you're expected to spoil. Chocolate is given to male friends, co- workers and bosses, as well. Different types of chocolate are expected for different relationships: “giri choco” or “obligatory chocolate” is for platonic relationships and love interests get “honmei choco” along with a handmade gift. Just as South Korea, women receive the same treatment on March 14. . In Estonia Valentine’s Day it’s called Sobrapaev, which means “Friendship Day.” Instead of a day for lovers, it’s a day to celebrate any kind of friendships. . In Ghana, February 14th is National Chocolate Day. Tastings, dinners and other events are held around the country to promote Ghana's top agricultural export- the cocoa bean. + France has long been called “The Country of Love” regardless of what day it is. But when February 14th comes around, lovers give each other gifts and trade love letters. + Romanians also celebrate Valentine’s Day, but the real love holiday in Romania is Dragobete which is on February 24th. In some parts of Romania people believe that stepping over your lover's foot leads to the dominant role in the relationship.CROSSWORD BY SEBY AND RAZVAN CEIGT GAZETTE 3 1 5 1.What month do we celebrate Valentine’s Day? 2.What flower is the symbol of Valentine ‘s Day (plural)? 3.What do you receive on Valentine’s Day in Japan from your loved person? 4.Who appeared at Dragobete’s birth? 5. How is Dragobete also known as? 6.From what era does Valentine*s Day dates?WRITTEN BY PROF. DIANA TUDOSE, WHO WAS DRAGOBETE? Did you know that on February 24th we celebrate Dragobete and that it is said that girls and boys meet this day so that their love lasts all year? But who was this Dragobete? Legend has it that Dragobete was the son of Dochia, a particularly beautiful girl. At birth he had four fairies: Spring, who gave him love, freshness of flowers and ageless youth, Summer, who gave him the sweetness of fruit and the warmth of love, Autumn, who gave him a whistle to cheer the people with his songs and Winter that gave him a white coat with diamond sparkles. Having become a boy, these gifts helped the young man to seduce all the young women who came his way, which is why he, Dragobete, became the god of love and good mood, being identified with Cupid, the god of love in Roman mythology or ) GAZETTE, Eros in Greek mythology. The legend says that Dragobete did not die, but was transformed into a plant, which on the night of February 23 to 24 begins to rise. For that The Feast of Dragobete heralds the swift arrival of spring and, implicitly, of love.F WRITTEN BY ALEXANDRA TILVAN CEIGT G Ff. va NEED MORE IDEAS FOR GIFTS?... ALEXANDRA SUGGESTS: 2 aA.BY ALEXANDRA TILVAN af & ee CEIGT GAZETTE, FOR HER: P Relaxation products for the bathroom. @ If your girlfriend loves to take long and relaxing baths, surprise her with a bathroom set. She will feel wonderful by the simple P fact that you thought of giving her a feeling of well-being. Asmart watch If your girlfriend is passionate about fashion and is in tune with the latest trends, give her a watch that she can easily match with her outfitsBY ALEXANDRA TILVAN af ee & The most beautiful and classic gesture through which you can show your true love. If you want to add a letter to go well with p the chocolate, it would be an advantage. You can never go wrong with flowers and chocolate Flowers and chocolate FOR HIM: Movie tickets Choose a moment of relaxation just for the two of you. Go to the movies, share memories, talk, eat popcorn. Create unforgettable moments to remember in years to comeBY ALEXANDRA TILVAN af ee a & Surprise him with something creative, which he would never have thought of, but which he will not forget. To add as much p entertainment as possible to your movie nights, it is the right gift. A popcorn machine Holiday for both of us \Who doesn't like a vacation? Who doesn't need relaxation? This is the perfect opportunity to take a moment of peace just for you.WRITTEN BY ANA MARIA MOCANU, 9F I spoke with the moon And I told her about you, And if it was not written to us, I wrote about you In the pages of my book I kept trying And in rhymes I messed up but my heart was flying, Some nights I stare at the sky Waiting for a shooting star to pass by. Art has always found a way to my heart, But never understood how I am feeling inside, just a part You always found a way too But you ignored my heart when she needed you.TANCU ANTONIO, 9A WHY DO WE REALLY CELEBRATE VALENTINE’ S DAY? Whether you love Valentine's Day or hate it, one thing's clear: Valentine's Day history goes way back. And while Valentine's Day is now known for kissing, gifts, and hard-to- get dinner reservations, the origins of the holiday are far less romantic, even so, the majority of the teenagers don’t fully understand what this holiday is really supposed to mean or why we celebrate it in the first place. Valentine's Day did not come to be celebrated as a day of romance until about the 14th century, in fact until then the celebrations of this day were in a violent way. Itall started from February 13 to 15 when the Romans were celebrating the feast of Lupercalia, the men sacrificed a goat and a dog, then whipped women with the hides of the animals they had just slain, after this a series of pagan rituals were about to be done. Later, Pope Gelasius muddled things in the fifth century by combining St. Valentine's Day with Lupercalia to expel the pagan rituals. But the festival was more of a theatrical interpretation of what it had once been. Today, the celebration of this holiday is mostly done with chocolate, flowers and many other gifts, but this marketing and commerce can ruin very easily the true love that should be exposed trough this occasion, maybe with letters or declarations of true love.WRITTEN BY DINU NEGOITA, 10 F CEIGT GAZETTE DID YOU KNOW THAT. 1. .... Valentine *s Day is on 14th February every year? Valentines Day falls on 14th February every year. It is also known as Saint Valentine’s Day! It is thought that Valentine ‘s Day is on this day because a priest called Valentine was performing secret marriages behind the back of Emperor Claudius II of Rome who banned marriages because he thought that unmarried soldiers fought much better. 2. .... it's a day to show your love? Valentine's Day is a day to show your love. This can be to a girlfriend, boyfriend, husband or wife. Or why not show your love to the people who are important to you? Such as your family and friends! 3. .... Valentine’s Day comes from Saint Valentine? As we learnt above, Valentine *s Day comes from the man Valentine from the Roman times. He was a priest and was actually made a Saint after his death! 4. ..... the first ever Valentine's Day was in 496? Previously there was a Roman festival called Lupercalia which was in the middle of February. During this festival, the boys would select a girls name out of a box. They would stay with whoever they picked during the festival. Sometimes they would even get married. Later on, it was decided by the church that they wanted to change this festival into a Christian celebration. This was the start of Valentines * Day. 5. .... Cupid is often on Valentine's Cards and gifts? Cupid is always seen on lots of Valentine’ s cards and presents... but who is he? Cupid, who was also known as Eros, was actually a Roman God. He was the God of Love. Legend has it that Cupid would shoot his arrow into people’s hearts... which would make them fall in love! 6. .... around 85% of Valentines’ Day cards are bought by women? Women seem to prefer buying a card for their loved ones. Around 85% of cards are bought by women on Valentine ’s Day. 7. .... around 73% of flowers are bought by men? Flowers are one of the main gifts given by men on Valentines Day. Around 73% of flowers are bought by them!WRITTEN BY DINU NEGOITA, 10 F CEIGT GAZETTE DID YOU KNOW THAT....? 8. ... the oldest love poem was said to have been 4,000 years ago? The oldest love poem was written around 4,000 years ago. It is called ‘The Love Song for Shu-Sin’ and was written by a Sumerian. Sumerians came up with one of the first writing forms. They lived where Iraq is today. The poem was carved into a clay tablet. Valentine ‘s Day is said to be the second most popular day to send cards, after Christmas? Christmas keeps Royal Mail busy... but so does Valentine’ s Day. valentine’ s Day is said to be the second most popular day to send a card, after Christmas. Will you be receiving one? 10. .... the red rose symbolizes love? The red rose is linked to the Goddess of Love, Aphrodite. It was believed that Aphrodite’s tears and her love Adonis’ blood watered the ground where red roses were grown. It now symbolizes love until death. 9.CEIGT GAZETTE, EDITORS IN CHIEF: MIHAELA TIMOFTE, IULIANA TOADER AND LUIZA TIRCA EDITORS: DIANA RADOI STEFANIA GHITA STEFAN MARCU TIBERIU LACATUS ALEXANDRA ENACHE ALEXANDRU STOICA PAUL CAMEN ANTONIO CACIAMAC GABRIEL STAN RAZVAN GHIGA SEBASTIAN SARBULET ALEXANDRA TILVAN ANA MARIA MOCANU (SF) ANTONIO STANCU (9A) DINU NEGOITA (10F) PROF. DIANA TUDOSE GRAPHICIANS: ALEXANDRU NECULAE