As January quickly turns into a memory, February becomes the next thing we focus on. When most people think of February, they think of Valentines Day. For some it's a happy day- full of romantic gestures. Breakfast in bed, fancy dinners on the town, etc. For others it's the worst day of the year, sitting at the office watching those around you get bouquets of roses and boxes of chocolates gets old. For the newly single, Valentines Day can make anyone a "grinch". So, we put together a list of the Top 10 Be My Valentine Gift Ideas. Whether you are single (another single friend would probably like to share the day with someone!) or in a relationship (you don't have the option of not doing something!) these items will help you think of new, fun things to try- from gifts to gatherings, make this Valentines Day something "exceptionally unique!"
1.) Pack up a picnic and surprise your loved one with a dinner under the sky. Now, obviously if you live in Colorado (or any other state currently experiencing freezing temperatures) this one will be tough but you could always alter it a little and eat your dinner in the car under the stars. Bring some blankets, for staying cozy, and your favorite Frank Sinatra CD for the perfect mood music!
2.) Since Valentines Day lands on a Thursday this year, it may not be realistic to have an entire day to carry out a romantic adventure (unless you decide to celebrate it on Saturday which might not be a bad idea!)- however, if you live in an area where there are walking trails or nature paths that you haven't previously explored make the decision to come home from work, slip into your walking shoes and spend some quality time exploring your area. Sometimes the best of nature is right in our neighborhood!
3.) If you are the hopeless romantic who still loves to send flowers, especially if your Significant Other works all day, add a little twist this year! Ask the florist to send a specific amount of roses every hour throughout his/her 8 hour work day. If the florist can't do that, stop by and pick up the flowers and ask one if your spouse’s co-workers to help you out by "delivering" her flowers every hour. Been together 5 years? Send 5 roses every hour for 8 hours....unique, fresh and obviously well planned out!
4.) Some people think chocolate is overdone, especially at Valentines Day. I, however, completely disagree with those people. Chocolate is like the language of love in candy form. Every woman loves chocolate and if they don't, they have a girlfriend who does who will gladly take it off their hands. I kid. But really, there are some very chic, very nouveau ways to send chocolate these days. One of my favorites that I've seen so far is the Gourmet Chocolate dipped wine bottle. It is a dessert bottle of wine that you can sip and enjoy while you break off and enjoy the delicious chocolate that encases the bottle! Genius!
5.) Perhaps your significant other is more low key then dinners out and flowers galore. If your SO (stands for significant other, it's so much shorter!) is a reader then plan a fun trip to the bookstore. Most big bookstore chains have a coffee counter inside these days so venture to your local bookseller with your mate, order a few coffee's (or teas if that's your "thing") and wander through the many intriguing aisles of the store. Make it a point to go to sections that you normally wouldn't. Make a deal that at the end of the visit, you will both purchase a book for your SO that you think they will like. Maybe it's something you've heard them say they want, maybe it's not- but keep their interests in mind while you shop! This is a fun game, and usually spurs some fun conversation after you've left the store.
6.) If you are fortunate enough to live near a fun amusement park, or theme park plan a day to go together and just "be kids again." It's easy to get caught up in the daily stresses and frustrations, sometimes just riding rides, eating bad food and being together is all you need to refresh your spirit and help you re-recognize the spark in your relationship! Cotton Candy and Corn Dogs here we come!
7.) If your SO travels a lot and happens to be out of town for the big day that doesn't mean you can't still do something special. Let's say your SO is staying in a hotel in another city- find out what time they'll be back and call that city's local Pizza parlor and order him/her a pizza delivered to their room for dinner. Your SO will be grateful that they don't have to go back out after a long day and he/she will know how much thought you put into it! Perhaps your SO is arriving at an airport on Valentines Day- call a local limo service and arrange for a limo to pick him/her up and take him/her to their hotel. Talk about a surprise!
8.) Prepare a candlelit dinner for two! No, this doesn't mean order takeout for two, it means cook dinner! Make an appetizer, a main course and of course dessert. Even if you cook dinner regularly, adding a few extra courses and a special dessert will make it all that much more memorable.
9.) Make a coupon book. Cut out square pieces of paper (in whatever amount you'd like) and make each piece a coupon. Things like 1 free backrub, 1 homemade dinner or your choice, 1 movie of your choice, etc. are all things that you can use. Make the coupons be for events that the two of you can spend time doing together. This will extend the fun of "alone time" for more then just one day!
10.) Send a gift from Novel Gift Baskets! Did you really think I could go through this whole blog without suggesting you send one of our "Exceptionally Unique Gift Baskets"? From buckets of candy to chocolate dipped wine- we have lots to choose from. Go shop around and see what you find! www.novelgiftbaskets.com
Hopefully this list helped get those gears moving! Have a wonderfully romantic Valentines Day everyone!
Sincerely,
Kelly Sisler
Co-Owner
www.novelgiftbaskets.com
