Sensual Valentine’s Day Ideas from the Holiday’s Ancient Origins
When one thinks of
Valentine’s Day, one likely thinks of roses, chocolates and Hallmark cards.
Romance and sentimentality are associated with this day, but people might be
surprised to learn about its somewhat raunchy roots in a Roman pagan holiday.
Men looking for original, exciting Valentine’s Day ideas this year may take a
cue from its ancient origins – granted, of course, that both partners are
comfortable with what that entails. Since a vibrant intimate life is important
to most relationships (not to mention, a key component of male organ health), men can do
themselves and their lovers a favor this year by spicing things up.
Lupercalia
Much
remains unknown about the Roman holiday Lupercalia, but it is believed to have
been celebrated since the founding of Rome in 753 B.C., if not before. It is
also unclear what god/gods were being celebrated during the festivities. March
was the beginning of the new calendar year in ancient Rome, and February was
the month of purification. Lupercalia derives its name from the Latin word
meaning “wolf”; the holiday is connected to legendary twins Romulus and Remus,
who were said to have been found in a cave suckling on the teets of a she-wolf.
The holiday is connected with cleansing and fertility, and it was celebrated
from February 13th-15th each
year.
The
celebration of the she-wolf and the cleansing rituals of Lupercalia began with
the sacrifice of goats and a dog by priests. After this, a feast ensued. The
priests then dressed themselves in the skins of the sacrificed animals and cut
strips with which to administer lashes to people as they ran around the city
walls. Young women in particular lined up to receive the lashes, as they were
believed to ensure fertility and reduce the pains of childbirth.
Taking Inspiration
Don’t
worry – celebrating a Lupercalia-themed V-Day doesn’t mean killing animals and
running around in their skins. But men can take inspiration from the ancient
holiday in other ways.
First,
a sensual “feast” can set the mood. Most people don’t want to fill up on
something heavy before a romp in the bedroom, so keep it light – fruits and a
little whipped cream, for example. A drink or two might be enjoyed as well.
A
man can also suckle at the teets of his she-wolf lover. Many women find chest
play irresistibly enjoyable. If the couple is open to this, a man may even
consider asking another man to join, in order to mimic the suckling of the legendary
twins.
Finally,
and perhaps most obviously, men can give their lovers a good lashing – only, of
course, if their partners are comfortable with a little BDSM. What a man uses
for this will depend on his lover’s preference. Some women like a softer material,
while others might like a more firm whip. Of course, men can get creative;
maybe a lover would be thrilled with a paddle for spanking; maybe the couple
can turn this into a chase around the house. However a couple approaches this,
it’s likely to be far more fun than putting flowers in a vase.
Men
who get raunchy with their lovers this Valentine’s Day may end up feeling a bit
sore in the nether region from all the action. It’s important to keep the skin
in good condition so that it can recover quickly and be ready for the next
go-around. Using a quality male
organ health crème (health
professionals recommend Man1 Man Oil) can go a long way toward protecting
skin from the wear and tear of everyday use. Look for a product with Shea
butter and vitamin E, two natural moisturizers that will keep the skin smooth,
supple and resilient.
Visit http://www.menshealthfirst.com for additional information on most
common male organ health issues, tips on improving male organ sensitivity and
what to do to maintain a healthy male organ. John Dugan is a professional
writer who specializes in men's health issues and is an ongoing contributing
writer to numerous websites.