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A TOAST TO US

Each year Valentine’s Day creeps upon us as we slowly emerge from the depths of winter. Whilst we awaken from our hibernation, our restorative slumber is broken by the ever growing daylight hours and thoughts of the increasing power of the sun.

Often, without thought or consideration, we automatically acknowledge this day for lovers and reach for the nearest bunch of flowers or decadent chocolates for our partners, but how often do we stop and truly recognise what it all means?

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