Thanks to the heartfelt number crunchers at the Census Bureau, we have a very useful set of facts to amuse us during this most important of days. Thank goodness the government has allocated our tax dollars for this most important of public services!

Top Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day

Household participation rates

Greeting Cards 65%                
Plush    21%
Date Night        44%                
Other Gifts       17%
Candy             38%                
Perfume            12%
Flowers            32%                
Jewelry             11%
Gift Cards        29%                  

Sources: Hallmark/Retail Industry Leaders Association/NRF

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