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From its
earliest origins, Valentine’s Day has been associated with love.
Centuries ago, the Romans celebrated a feast every February called
Lupercalia. The celebration included a ritual for matching young,
single men and women. Names were placed in a box, a drawing was
held and couples randomly matched together were partners for a year
-- after that it was up to them.
The
Valentine’s Day gift you choose for your loved one and how you
decide to spend the day says a lot about the quality of your
relationship, so give something that has real meaning to you. Gifts
from the heart don’t have to be expensive. Since the
traditional gifts of flowers or chocolates don’t last forever,
here are ten creative ways to express your love.
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Create your
own Valentine’s Day card. Compose a poem or an expression
of love that expresses your personality.
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Create a
recollection collection scrapbook filled with favorite photographs,
love letters, keepsakes from special occasions, and cherished mementos.
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Make a CD of
your favorite songs as a couple including love songs that you both
enjoy listening to. Buy some romantic CDs, classic videos or
DVDs and wrap them all together with red ribbon.
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Jewelry is
always a favorite. For the woman in your life, buy a heart-shaped
locket and put a picture of yourself in it. Personalize the
locket with your loved one’s initials so she’ll have
something to wear that’s hers alone. Package it in a heart-shaped
box or tied to fresh flowers. For your man, a good choice is the
classic sterling silver ID bracelet or cuff links with his name or
initials custom-engraved.
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Give silk or
glass flowers, which will last forever. If your beloved has a green
thumb, give a flowering plant to put in the garden to enjoy year
after year.
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Prepare your
loved one’s favorite dinner and serve it on a romantically set
table and dine by candlelight on Valentine’s Day. For the
sweetheart with a sweet tooth, make a decadent dessert such as a
chocolate fondue with melted chocolate mixed with a touch of heavy
cream, and serve it with fruit or cookies.
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Give the man
in your life a personalized gift for his favorite hobby such as
personalized golf or tennis balls that say, “I love you,”
“You’re a hit!” or “Be mine,” or a
monogrammed humidor for cigars.
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The gift of
togetherness is precious, given today’s busy lifestyles.
Plan a romantic, surprise getaway. Take lessons together to
share in each other’s interests like dancing, cooking or
sailing. Hire a personal trainer to inspire you to exercise
together, or visit a spa together. Spend a night out at the
theater and have dinner at a quiet and romantic candlelit restaurant.
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If you plan to
propose on Valentine’s Day, hide the engagement ring in a box of
candy or at the bottom of a heart-shaped flute filled with
champagne. Buy a pair of monogrammed champagne flutes and make
a toast with your favorite bubbly.
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If you want to
propose at home, sprinkle rose petals around the house. Place heart-shaped
candles around your home to create the right mood. Then, enjoy
a quiet, romantic evening. Create a banner that says, “Will
you marry me?” and hang it outside her home.
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For more
information, visit www.lillianvernonproducts.com or call (800) 901-8758.
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