Hello, young lovers  Hello, young lovers By William L. Bulla
"Hello young lovers who ever you are I hope your troubles are
few All my good wishes go with you tonight I've been in love
like you." I'm caught up in the words of an old song I heard
recently. "Hello Young Lovers" was a song written by Richard
Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II for the 1956 musical film, "The
King and I". The lyrics caused me to reflect on my life, and on
the upcoming event called Valentine's Day. February 14 is
Valentine's Day. Over the years, it has become the date for
exchanging love messages and a celebration of St. Valentine, as
the patron saint of lovers. It is a day, not only for young
lovers, but a day for lovers of all ages. Sending poems and
simple gifts, such as flowers, to loved ones, marks the date and
secret loves. I did it as a kid and have continued over the
years. I remember making them in school and then giving them out
on St. Valentine's Day. There are varying opinions as to the
origin of Valentine's Day. Some exp