darkdangem
10th Feb 2010 Wed, 23:25
Ten Tips for a Romantic &
Memorable Valentine's Day
From its earliest origins, Valentine’s Day has
been associated with love. Centuries ago, the
Romans celebrated a feast every February
called Lupercalia. The celebration included a
ritual for matching young, single men and
women. Names were placed in a box, a
drawing was held and couples randomly
matched together were partners for a year --
after that it was up to them.
The Valentine’s Day gift you choose for your
loved one and how you decide to spend the
day says a lot about the quality of your
relationship, so give something that has real
meaning to you. Gifts from the heart don’t
have to be expensive. Since the traditional
gifts of flowers or chocolates don’t last
forever, here are ten creative ways to express your love.
Create your own Valentine’s Day card. Compose a poem or an expression of
love that expresses your personality.
Create a "recollection collection" scrapbook filled with favorite photographs, love
letters, keepsakes from special occasions, and cherished mementos.
Make a CD of your favorite songs as a couple including love songs that you both
enjoy listening to. Buy some romantic CDs, classic videos or DVDs and wrap them
all together with red ribbon.
Jewelry is always a favorite. For the woman in your life, buy a heart-shaped locket
and put a picture of yourself in it. Personalize the locket with your loved one’s
initials so she’ll have something to wear that’s hers alone. Package it in a heart-
shaped box or tied to fresh flowers. For your man, a good choice is the classic
sterling silver ID bracelet or cuff links with his name or initials custom-engraved.
Give silk or glass flowers, which will last forever. If your beloved has a green
thumb, give a flowering plant to put in the garden to enjoy year after year.
Prepare your loved one’s favorite dinner and serve it on a romantically set table
and dine by candlelight on Valentine’s Day. For the sweetheart with a sweet tooth,
make a decadent dessert such as a chocolate fondue with melted chocolate
mixed with a touch of heavy cream, and serve it with fruit or cookies.
Give the man in your life a personalized gift for his favorite hobby such as
personalized golf or tennis balls that say, “I love you,” “You’re a hit!” or “Be mine,”
or a monogrammed humidor for cigars.
The gift of togetherness is precious, given today’s busy lifestyles. Plan a romantic,
surprise weekend travel getaway. Take lessons together to share in each
other’s interests like dancing, cooking or sailing. Hire a personal trainer to inspire
you to exercise together, or visit a spa together. Spend a night out at the theater
and have dinner at a quiet and romantic candlelit restaurant.
If you plan to propose on Valentine’s Day, hide the engagement ring in a box of
candy or at the bottom of a heart-shaped flute filled with champagne. Buy a pair of
monogrammed champagne flutes and make a toast with your favorite bubbly.
If you want to propose at home, sprinkle rose petals around the house. Place
heart-shaped candles around your home to create the right mood. Then, enjoy a
quiet, romantic evening. Create a banner that says, “Will you marry me?” and
hang it outside her home.
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Memorable Valentine's Day
From its earliest origins, Valentine’s Day has
been associated with love. Centuries ago, the
Romans celebrated a feast every February
called Lupercalia. The celebration included a
ritual for matching young, single men and
women. Names were placed in a box, a
drawing was held and couples randomly
matched together were partners for a year --
after that it was up to them.
The Valentine’s Day gift you choose for your
loved one and how you decide to spend the
day says a lot about the quality of your
relationship, so give something that has real
meaning to you. Gifts from the heart don’t
have to be expensive. Since the traditional
gifts of flowers or chocolates don’t last
forever, here are ten creative ways to express your love.
Create your own Valentine’s Day card. Compose a poem or an expression of
love that expresses your personality.
Create a "recollection collection" scrapbook filled with favorite photographs, love
letters, keepsakes from special occasions, and cherished mementos.
Make a CD of your favorite songs as a couple including love songs that you both
enjoy listening to. Buy some romantic CDs, classic videos or DVDs and wrap them
all together with red ribbon.
Jewelry is always a favorite. For the woman in your life, buy a heart-shaped locket
and put a picture of yourself in it. Personalize the locket with your loved one’s
initials so she’ll have something to wear that’s hers alone. Package it in a heart-
shaped box or tied to fresh flowers. For your man, a good choice is the classic
sterling silver ID bracelet or cuff links with his name or initials custom-engraved.
Give silk or glass flowers, which will last forever. If your beloved has a green
thumb, give a flowering plant to put in the garden to enjoy year after year.
Prepare your loved one’s favorite dinner and serve it on a romantically set table
and dine by candlelight on Valentine’s Day. For the sweetheart with a sweet tooth,
make a decadent dessert such as a chocolate fondue with melted chocolate
mixed with a touch of heavy cream, and serve it with fruit or cookies.
Give the man in your life a personalized gift for his favorite hobby such as
personalized golf or tennis balls that say, “I love you,” “You’re a hit!” or “Be mine,”
or a monogrammed humidor for cigars.
The gift of togetherness is precious, given today’s busy lifestyles. Plan a romantic,
surprise weekend travel getaway. Take lessons together to share in each
other’s interests like dancing, cooking or sailing. Hire a personal trainer to inspire
you to exercise together, or visit a spa together. Spend a night out at the theater
and have dinner at a quiet and romantic candlelit restaurant.
If you plan to propose on Valentine’s Day, hide the engagement ring in a box of
candy or at the bottom of a heart-shaped flute filled with champagne. Buy a pair of
monogrammed champagne flutes and make a toast with your favorite bubbly.
If you want to propose at home, sprinkle rose petals around the house. Place
heart-shaped candles around your home to create the right mood. Then, enjoy a
quiet, romantic evening. Create a banner that says, “Will you marry me?” and
hang it outside her home.
hahaha Click The Thanks Button and Share The Love!!.