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Romance 101
I was listening to the radio this morning and the
discussion was on romance and about what is
considered to be romantic. As I listened to the callers
it was interesting to hear that what one person
thought was romantic, others thought was
outrageous. In order to help you in your heartfelt
efforts at romance, I've made up a list of tips I
found from the pros.
1. Create your own Valentine’s Day card. Compose a
poem or an expression of love that expresses your
personality.
2. Create a "recollection collection" scrapbook filled
with favorite photographs, love letters, keepsakes
from special occasions, and cherished mementos.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. The gift of togetherness is precious, given today’s
busy lifestyles. Plan a romantic, surprise 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.
9. 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.
10. 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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