Valentine's Day Gifts

Play your hand with one of these romantic gift ideas for Valentine's Day:

Dance Lessons Together: Dance can be a very sexy, seductive pastime and one that will be well received by your special someone. This Valentine's Day, take dance lessons together and cha-cha your way right into their heart.

Rent them an Exotic Car: Imagine seeing your love driving around in a Mercedes, Porsche or Maserati? Don't imagine. Rent them one of these fast little toys for Valentine's Day. You'll enjoy it just as much as they will!

Silk Sheets: Throw the flannel away and dress up your bed with a set of exquisite silk sheets. It's kind of traditional, but it makes a truly romantic gift. Look for these at any high-end department store.

3-D Reasons Why I Love Thee: Here's a great idea that will have them begging for more! Turn your home or apartment into a "Reasons Why I Love Thee" 3-D display. Using your computer, print off the quote Reasons Why I Love Thee. Use nice decorative paper for an added touch. Then print off the many reasons why you love your special Valentine. Post the first quote on the outside of the entrance door. They're sure to see and read it upon arriving home. Then thoughtfully, tape or pin the reasons why you love him or her throughout the rooms in your living quarters. Leave a special gift on the bed, like a basket full of love potions and gadgets or a handwritten poem.

Romantic Getaway: The gift of togetherness is a precious rare commodity given today's busy lifestyles. So for an over-the-top Valentine's present that they'll never forget, plan a romantic, surprise getaway for the two of you. It can be within a day's drive or a plane flight across the globe to faraway places like Rome, Paris or Fiji.

Dinner for Two at a New Restaurant: Is there a new restaurant that the two of you have been meaning to try? No more excuses. Make reservations. Indulge and enjoy. Your sweetheart will be pleasantly surprised.

Remember - these are only suggestions and none of these gifts represent the perfect choice. Each person knows what his or her significant other enjoys, so it's best to put some care and thought into it. When you can answer the question, what gift would they appreciate the most, then you're on your way to creating a very special Valentine's Day. Good luck!

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Tell the truth: is your bedroom a bit uninviting? Is it cluttered and filled with non-essential items you can easily store somewhere else? Does your bedroom set the mood for a romantic evening? If not, here are some decorating tips making your bedroom romantic and inviting.

Get rid of theTV! Unplug the telephone, and rid the room of anything that may district you and your spouse. Put away anything that's out of place. Now that you've cleared the room of undesirable distractions, go to the store and buy a red comforter and/or red satin sheets. Pick up some soft plush pillows also. Buy some scented aromatherapy candles in different scents. Pick up some strawberries and chocolate while you're out; and some whipped cream. One more thing: if you can pick up some rose petals, add those to your shopping cart.

Okay, now you are ready to set the mood. Make some chocolate fondue for later. Place the scented candles around the room. Turn down the comforter, and place rose petals on the pillows. Either soften the lights or turn them off. Ensure there are no sounds coming into the room via the windows by closing them shut. Lay out your favorite night wear for you and your spouse.

Now stand by the door, and take a look! Is this a romantic bedroom or what? No matter what mood your husband comes home in, once he sees the bedroom his mood will quickly change. While these are some decorating tips, you may come up with your own imaginative style. Whatever you choose, the key to keeping your bedroom romantic and inviting is to get rid of all the distractions which would interfere with maintaining the ambience and mood of the room.

You can be certain that one night spent in this romantic setting will be the start of something grand!

Ingredients:

½ C. honey
¼ C. frozen, limeade concentrate, thawed
2 tsp. poppy seeds (optional)
1 C. strawberries cut into chunks
1 C. kiwi, cut into chunks
1 C. melon (cantaloupe, watermelon, or honeydew) cut into chunks
1 C. grapes, whole or cut in half
¼ C. slivered almonds, toasted

In a medium bowl, mix honey, limeade concentrate, and poppy seeds. Add fruit and toss gently, so as not to bruise the tender fruit chunks. Sprinkle the top with almonds. Serve in individual dessert bowls or in one large bowl and allow self-serving. This dish appeals to everyone. Kids love it and it is nice as a dessert after a romantic meal.

Love & Romance

Did you ever think there were so many ways to touch their heart and bring a smile to their lips? It's all for love: from fine chocolates and caressing music, to 'love bite' yummies and slightly naughty flavored body paints and candy tattoos.

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