Question of the Week: Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine's Day! Share with us something you find romantic, whether it's a song, movie, book, something your special someone has done for you — whatever strikes your fancy!

Dominique Germann, Senior, Central Valley High School

We have Geoffrey Chaucer from the Middle Ages to thank for a commercialized Valentine's Day. And I think it's weird that a dude from the 1400s can get everyone to be so excited.

Mark Borges, Freshman, Hughson High School

Well, I definitely think guys should respect and treat women with manners. I think a good relationship is based on how well you treat your significant other.

Maggie White, Senior, Valley Charter High School

Since "The Notebook" makes me roll my eyes, and love songs make me feel a bit nauseous, I'm probably not the best candidate to answer this question seriously. However, I wouldn't say no to being taken out for a funny movie and a nice dinner. Just don't ask me to share dessert.

Emily Hoeksema, Senior, Ripon Christian School

There are so many romantic things to choose from that it's hard to limit myself to just a few! Of course, a dozen roses and-or box of chocolates are always nice, but I appreciate any romantic gesture from a guy as long as he respects me and puts thought into it, such as going stargazing, renting my favorite movie or taking me to my favorite restaurant. I would respect him most of all if he simply prayed with me. That would be romantic enough for me.

This question is answered by members of Teens in the Newsroom, a journalism program for local high school students.