Ten Steps to a Perfect Valentines

Chrissy
It's Valentines Day again and love is in the air. Valentines Day is the one day that is dedicated to love and romance. There are many traditions associated with Valentines Day such as chocolates, red roses, and teddy bears. There are also traditions like going to the movies, perhaps to dinner and maybe a stroll through the park. All these traditions are great. There are many ideas to charm and romance your Valentine sweetheart. Here are a few ideas.

1. Make her a handmade Valentines Day card.
Relax, this is not hard to do. Go to your local department store and you can purchase poster board for around a buck. Purchase some glue, tape, or anything that you would like to decorate the card with. One nice idea is rose petals. Then all you have to do is tell her how you feel about her in the card. Women love this because it comes from the heart. Women appreciate store-bought cards as well for those of you who want to go that way.

2. Reservations at her favorite restaurant.
A romantic dinner gives the woman the security to know that her man wants to be with her, talk with her, and she feels confident in the relationship. Communication is the key to every relationship. She will also appreciate the fact that you remember what her favorite restaurant is and that shows that you pay attention to her.

3. Frame a picture of the two of you.
You can purchase a frame for just a couple of bucks depending on the size of the picture. It would be so nice to give her a gift of a promise. The picture would show her that you two are an item and the two of you will share your lives together as is it meant to be.

4. Give her a CD or cassette of your favorite love songs.
Music is very romantic to a woman, especially on Valentines Day. A CD or cassette with her favorite love songs will enlighten her day brighten her smile. Make sure that the CD or cassette has your song on it, that will really make the woman feel warm.

5. Lingerie is always a must.
Most women feel there absolute most confident at bed time. Give her something that she can look absolutely sexy in that would put a smile on both if your faces. It doesn't have to be something sleazy. It can be a beautiful red or pink silky top and bottoms with a matching robe. This lets her know that you still find her attractive.

6. The traditional chocolates, fresh flowers, and teddy bears.
You can never go wrong with traditions. Traditions are not made to be broken so always know that if you don't get her anything else, make sure you have these items on hand. Women love teddy bears, chocolates, and fresh flowers and they all arrange great together.

7. Two tickets to a romantic event.
Whether you take her to a romantic movie, a romantic play, or a nice theater, make this night about the two of you. She will love the idea of just the two of you spending time together, relaxing and just knowing that she has your undivided attention. Don't get her tickets for two to a football game or mud racing. This should be for the both of you, not just one of you.

8. Make a scrapbook of just you and her.
Making a scrapbook of pictures, love letters and other things that the two of you have collected together says a lot about how you feel about being with her. Scrapbooks are easy to make and inexpensive yet to her it will be priceless. If you are married and have children or pets, don't forget to include pictures of the whole family.

9. Give her jewelry.
A nice pendant necklace, bracelet, earring's, or any other jewelry you get her will be a sign of love you have for her. It does not have to be a thousand dollar ring but a nice charm says a lot to a woman. Women love the reassurance they get from being reminded of the love you have for her every time she wears the jewelry.

10. The ultimate gift you can give her is yourself.
No matter what you have planned for Valentines Day, show her that this day belongs to the two of you and you belong strictly to her. Do not let anything or anyone interfere with your plans. Take a walk on the beach, stroll through the park, dance under the stars, but keep the spotlight on her and you will have memories that last a lifetime.

Valentines Day is not just about dates, gifts, and romance. Valentines Days is about showing the love of your life just how special they really are. It is the one day that we say "I Love You" more often than other times, the one day where you can express your feelings the way you want, and the absolute one day that is devoted entirely to the life you share with the love of your life. Remember, love is a lot of work but it is the number one reason why God created us. There is no greater gift than the gift of love. Good luck. I hope this helps you, I know it helps me. Happy Valentines Day

Published by Chrissy

I am a mother of four boy's and just adopted a fifth. I enjoy writing, reading, and spending time with family. I have two children who have special needs. I am a graduate of FCTI majoring in the medical field.  View profile

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  • Christine Bude1/22/2007

    Really nice ideas.

  • Angie Shiflett1/18/2007

    This is a wonderful article! I really enjoyed reading all of your suggestions - it even gave me a few ideas to work with this year! Thank you for sharing this information with the AC Community. I am sure that many will benefit from the ideas that you have listed here.

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