Raising Some Flags: Valentine's Day Alert

HEY!

Yeah that's the biggest font I can put on here. Just wanted to remind you that Monday is Valentine's Day. What are you going to do? Let's start with the basics:

1. A Valentine's Day card is a must. Don't be afraid to get something nice. If you're just dating, keep it simple. If you're engaged or married, kick it up.
As a rule, the more serious cards work better than the funny ones.

2. A gift is almost always appropriate. When is a gift not appropriate? If she's dead or you're divorced.

But what gift? Here are some solid ideas:

1. Spa day. She'll love getting pampered.
2. Jewelery. Always a hit.
3. Chocolate. Kind of cliche', but it could work.
4. A night on the town. Arrange everything and take her out. Dancing, a show, the whole nine.

It's time to break out the romance. For romance tips, search for Romance, or Valentine's Day in the labels from this blog. (The search box is on the left of the screen, near the top). There are over 15 different posts in these categories to help you be ready.

Stay in touch -

Mark

Happy Valentine's Day

I've given you some good tips and ideas this past week, that will help you be a popular guy this weekend.

Here's the bottom line. Show her that you love her.
No, scratch that.

Show her that you adore her.

Happy Valentine's Day.

Stay in touch -

Mark

Valentine's Date Ideas

Guys we have a bit of an advantage again this year, in that Valentine's Day is on a weekend. That opens up a massive list of ideas that involve getting away for the weekend.

If you are going to plan a weekend get-away and you want to surprise her, then please - think of all of the details ahead of time. I'm not talking about the details of the trip (where you're going, where you're staying and what you'll do). Obviously those are important. But I'm thinking about what details may need to be taken care of around the house. (Who is watching the kids and pets?, etc). If you take care of those details, she'll be able to relax and enjoy the romantic weekend, rather than worry about details at home.

Your weekend get-away should include some romantic time - after all, it IS Valentine's Day. Plan a romantic meal, maybe a couple's massage and some romantic intimate time in the room. By romantic intimate I mean - take your time, it's not a race.

If you aren't planning on getting out of town for the weekend, that's ok. There are still plenty of great ideas to make the night special.

A romantic dinner is a must. You can do is Saturday night if you want, then make her breakfast in bed on Sunday morning.

You can go for a couple's massage, or give her a sensual massage at home.

Run a hot bath full of bubbles and sit in it together enjoying each other closely. Light some candles and put on some soft music. She will think she's dreaming.

Make some chocolate dipped strawberries. When you're done, sit by a fire with a couple of glasses of champagne and enjoy.

Whatever you do - celebrate each other!
Stay in touch -

Mark

Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

With just a few days left before Valentine's Day, you are going to have to get in gear and figure out what you're getting your wife / girlfriend. Here are some ideas:

Chocolate
It's a bit cliche', but chocolate works. I wouldn't make it the focal point of the gift giving, but a small, Valentine's Day themed box of chocolates is a good thing.

Lingerie
Can be a good thing for both of you. You need to know what she likes, what she already has and what will enhance her body. Picking up something that promotes negative features of her body will NOT be a hit.

Jewelry
I haven't met too many women who don't like jewelry. A heart shaped pendant, a bracelet, necklace, ring, ear rings...you get the idea.

Beauty / Health
Stores like The Body Shop, Bath and Body Works, etc carry an endless line of lotions, creams (apparently there is a difference), gels, burning oils, etc. Know what scents she likes and dislikes and go wild. Foot lotions and massage oils are generally a hit. Include a "coupon" for you to give her a nice relaxing massage.
Perfume is a bit cliche' too...I'd stick with the oils, lotions and creams.

Tomorrow we'll look at some date night ideas.

Stay in touch -

Mark