March 8, 2021: Happy INTERNATIONAL WOMEN's Day!

Each year, on March 8, the entire world is celebrating women and the variety of roles they play in our society, from their birth till the end of life. Generally speaking, from giving birth to a baby, or from keeping the home safe and clean to portraying excellent outcomes in any workplace, a woman’s contribution is remarkable, and today is a great occasion to celebrate all these accomplishments.

“You educate a man, you educate a man. You educate a woman, you educate a generation.”

Ladies, I wish you each enjoy this beautiful day and please stay safe and healthy!

● My previous greetings on the same theme: INTERNATIONAL WOMEN's Day – 2020, 2019

March 1, 2021: “Mărțișor"

Life as I know it….on March 1^st is “Mărțișor” and again, here I’m sharing with you all this old spring custom that is very near and dear to my heart…I wish the day would find you happy!

Also, since the spring time is around the corner, I’m sending along my best greetings to each of you for a safe, healthy and peaceful season!

RO:
Dragii mei,
Cu această ocazie vă trimit în dar la fiecare câte un Mărţişor însoţit de gânduri bune pentru o primăvară deosebită, plină de soare, pace şi multe bucurii alături de toţi cei dragi vouă!

Ghioceii – simbolul curat al primăverii

● My previous greetings on the same theme: 
"Mărțișor" 2020, "Mărțișor" 2019

February 24, 2021: “DRAGOBETE” Day

An old Romanian custom featuring Love 

While Valentine’s Day is mostly related to people (a well-known saint and those he helped) and their actions in the name of love, “DRAGOBETE” is a very old and truly beautiful Romanian festive holiday associated with the arrival of spring as well as romantic love.
While no one really knows exactly when "Dragobete" started, it is believed to go way back to ancient Romania (aka "Dacian Kingdom").
In early myths, "Dragobete" is the son of Dochia and is seen as somewhat of a Divine God. He was often said to be seen riding a flying white horse during daylight hours and is considered a symbol of spring and light. It is said that his magical presence could make the trees flower, insects, and birds to multiply and can turn men and women into lovers. He is the Romanian version of Cupid – bringing love and life with him.

Celebrated each year on February 24^th, this holiday is linked to the time of the year when birds build their nests and mate, being mostly connected with nature. As the first signs of spring begin to show, nature & man begin a new cycle of life and love. What better reason to celebrate nature, new beginnings, hope, joy, while singing, dancing & hugging your loved one?

Wishing you all a beautiful day & a great spring!

● A previous post I've created on the same theme, featuring this old tradition: ”DRAGOBETE” Day – 2020
NOTE: Dear readers, please be advised that on this website each of the previous postings, pertaining to the recurrent annual themes, portray a different perspective of the subject/s presented (same theme/s, but a different outlook without duplication due to the cultural richness of the specific topic/s discussed).