Valentine’s Day, our favourite holiday, is fast approaching. You might be thinking about what you can do or give to your husband or wife already, or maybe you’re saying, “What? Already? Where does a year go?”
Valentine’s Day is all about romance, and wooing your sweetheart. There are the traditional methods of flowers, chocolates and a dinner out, but we’d like to provide some more “creative” ways to say Happy Valentine’s Day, for the first 14 days of February.
Here’s our list, in no particular order. All of them are very simple to do, but some ideas may require more planning than others. Enjoy!
On the first day of Valentine’s, my true love gave to me…
The gift of intention. State your intention to make this Valentine’s more special than you ever have before. Write them a little note for them to read before they go to bed, or just tell them over your evening coffee. Remind them they’re worth it, and they’re in for a Valentine’s like no other. You’re building anticipation for a nice surprise heading their way.
On the second day of Valentine’s, my true love gave to me…
There’s nothing more connecting than a long, gentle kiss, or and lengthy, affectionate embrace. Try both! When you greet your spouse after your work or her work today, do so with a kiss. Count to 10 in your head before you break the connection. Follow up the kiss with a long hug until you can feel your spouse relax in your arms. The best thing is the connection you make will last the rest of the day.
On the third day of Valentine’s, my true love gave to me…
Buy a package of small post-it notes, and write something on each one. Write small phrases like, “I love you,” “My sweetheart,” “You are beautiful/amazing,” a drawn heart, and the like. Post them everywhere your spouse might go throughout the day – the bathroom mirror, inside cupboard doors, on the steering wheel, beside light switches, everywhere! The entire day will remind them of your love, and make them smile.
On the fourth day of Valentine’s, my true love gave to me…
A good gift is a combination of something that’s wanted, and something that’s needed. Try it today. Does your spouse need something from a cosmetics store? Or is it black socks or nylons? Or do they need a new book or journal? Get them they’re favourite brand, or the slightly more expensive version that your mate may have always wanted. Knowing what they need shows your thoughtfulness.
On the fifth day of Valentine’s, my true love gave to me…
When was the last time you went for a coffee with your spouse? Take an hour (or two!) and visit your favourite tea or coffee shop, or try a local shop that’s new to both of you. Spend some time just sipping and visiting.
To be continued tomorrow…!
We’d love to hear from you! Let us know what ideas you try and how they worked for you in the comments below.
