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If you’ve ever tried to Google “Valentine’s Day quotes” to find something heartfelt to write inside of a card, then you know that most of the cheesy lines a search engine spits at you about “true love” are gag-worthy. Here are a few sweet nothings you can scribble in a love letter to your valentine that won’t make him or her feel incredibly awkward. If you're "just talking" You’re not dating yet, so you don’t want to come on too strong—use one of these cheesy pick-up lines to make your valentine smile. 1. “If you were a Transformer, you’d be Optimus FINE.”...
It’s a holiday devoted to love, so why does Valentine’s Day often inspire angst instead of ardor? Simple. Many men are insecure when it comes to making romantic gestures, whether it’s choosing the perfect gift or deciding how to present it in a memorable way. Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry can help, says Amy Hughes, marketing director for the jewelry store with eight locations in Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. “Every woman wants something special for Valentine’s Day.” And every woman would like a little romance in her life. So, once you’ve chosen the perfect gift – Lee Michaels has a variety of...
Valentine’s Day: that special day each year when we get to show our cameras (or *cough* loved ones) how much we ♥ them. Whether you have a valentine or not, it’s a great time to give love (and chocolate!) to your friends, GF/BF, family, or yourself. Just keep your hands off our Leica, she’s spoken for! ;) With that in mind, what better time to round up some feel-good photo projects than Valentine’s Day? We’ve whipped up a quick batch of our sweetest photo projects to shower your friends, loved ones, and walls with photo love! The secret photo valentine...
As girls, it’s in our nature to be affectionate and loving. And when we’re in a relationship with a wonderful guy, we love being treated in a special way by them. But more often than not, a guy just doesn’t know how to treat his girlfriend in a special manner, even if he’s trying hard to please her. How to make your girlfriend feel happy Making your girlfriend feel happy and loved isn’t a complicated confusion. In reality, it’s very simple. You just need to make her feel special and cared for when you’re around her. If you want...
Is it more important to love … or to be loved? Most of us would agree with George Eliot’s words, “I like not only to be loved, but also to be told I am loved.” Valentine’s Day is the occasion when you can experience both. We asked FamilyLife Facebook friends and e-mail readers to share some of their favorite Valentine’s Day ideas. With a little help from our friends, here are 25 creative ways to tell your spouse, “I love you.” 1. On small pieces of paper, write down every kind of kiss that you can think of (examples: passionate,...
Just a few of these ideas will make your man feel loved. To show your partner how truly special they are, pick a bunch of ideas and surprise him with your loving bouquet of sweet sentiments on February 14. From 100 to one, we have lots of romantic Valentine's Day inspiration for you! 100. Send your sweetie a sweet, short and sexy text or email. (Not to his work email!) 99. Leave a little note in his briefcase or laptop bag so he will find it when he gets to work. 98. When your significant other gets home, be...
It’s the most romantic day of the year…until you end up basically sitting in the lap of the couple next to you at an exorbitantly expensive Valentine’s Day dinner, wondering if the gift you got your boyfriend was too much or not enough. We've all fallen prey to Valentine’s Day snafus (don’t even get us started on Valentine’s Day 2011), from lingerie mishaps to dining disasters. This year, to keep you embracing candy hearts and Cupids, Her Campus has compiled 17 cute things you can do with or for your boyfriend on Valentine’s Day. What are the most unique and...
From stepped-up sweets to personalized mementos, take the stress out of Valentine’s Day shopping with these unique finds. Spirits Tasting Flight Give your favorite whiskey aficionado the experience of tasting multiple types of Scotch from the comfort of his couch. This gift includes three small, 45 ml bottles of Scottish whisky and an easy-to-follow chart to help him demystify the flavor profiles (Light or rich? Smoky or delicate?) of each one. Chambray + Antelope Print Necktie For the guy who is just starting to explore his personal style, this unique tie is the perfect fit. Not too wild, but definitely not your...
1. Bake them cupcakes. If you're not me, cupcakes are really easy to make. Dye your icing pink and now they're Valentine's Day cupcakes. Basically, anytime there's a holiday, just slap some icing on some cake and change the color. Life hacks! 2. Learn a song. Even if you don't know an instrument, you can teach yourself a few chords on a piano or a guitar (or iPhone piano) and sing them something. They'll appreciate the thought. 3. Write them a love note. A real love note. Like, old-school, 18th century, handwritten love note. 4. Make them an origami love note. This is a...
The pressure that comes every February 14th should not overwhelm you from showing your loved ones just how much you care about them. Whether you’re in a relationship or single, there are simple ways to make Valentine’s Day extra special for the ones you love, not to mention yourself. Soon your loved ones will be thinking you were struck by Cupid’s arrow! Don't forget! Mark your calendars, because the worst thing is to be caught off guard, struggling at the last minute to make Valentine’s Day special for your partner. Plan ahead. Procrastination leads to sloppiness. Start thinking about plans,...
