If you are one of the many who celebrate Valentine's Day and are in need of some ideas to spice things up, this is the post for you!
For us Valentine's Day is just another date-night. A few years ago we both agreed that it is silly to celebrate love on one certain night, love should be celebrated constantly. So we arranged the 14th of every month to be a guaranteed date night!
Every person is different and every couple handles this "holiday" in their own way. So some of my suggestions won't apply to you and your partner and that is okay. The thing that matters most is that you are both happy and feel loved every day of the year!
Going Out
This alone can look different for so many couples. Maybe going out means you reserve a spot at your favorite restaurant. Or maybe it means seeing a movie at the theater. Maybe you both enjoy seeing plays or ballets/operas, or you are both outdoorsy types and love bonding in nature through hikes, climbs or water travel!
This also depends on where you live. Here in Michigan it's pretty cold and snowy in February, so what you can do in Florida and California, we can't do out here. Again, remember that this should fit you as a couple so do what makes the both of you comfortable.
Staying Home
Like being at home? Want to have romantic night in? Maybe you are wanting to play things safe with all the Covid cases rising. Staying home for Valentine's doesn't mean a lack of romance! Order a late night pizza, after the kids are asleep and cheers to another successful day as parents, enjoy what time you do have alone together.
Cook your partner a romantic 3 course dinner. This can be as fancy as charcuterie board starter, homemade filet mignon, and crème brûlée for dessert or as simple as a premade salad, crockpot soup and a scoop of ice cream.
Dip strawberries in chocolate or yogurt, light some candles and enjoy a glass of wine with your love. Add some music and a dance in the kitchen. It's so simple, but the effort and ambience is super romantic.
Gifts
If you and your partner enjoy a gift exchange set aside some time to do this. I used to have it in my mind that I was the only one who got gifts... but Chris loves getting spoiled as much as I do! We each think of small gifts to give to the person we love the most. A gift can show how much you love your partner. You are showing your partner what you think of them, or showing them how well you listen to them. Throwing in a nice card or love note is a kind gesture as well.
If you and your Valentine don't enjoy gifts you can skip this. But always communicate to make absolutely sure it is something your partner doesn't want. And be honest with yourself! If you want a gift, make that known to your partner!
Activities
Maybe you want to make Valentine's Day more than just a dinner-and-a-movie type of date. If you guys like playing board games or video games together, incorporate that into your evening.
Last year Chris surprised me with a hotel stay downtown and our own little wine and canvas station! He got paints, brushes, stencils the works! Maybe you are also wanting to try something new or different with your partner. It doesn't matter that neither of you are artists, what matters is enjoying time together.
Sometimes it can feel like we've talked about everything! But if you and your partner love talking to one another, or maybe it's something you guys have been wanting to be better about, try a Q & A session. There have been many times where myself or Chris hops onto the internet to look up "questions to ask my partner." There are some funny ones as well as some deep conversation starters. The goal is to continue strengthening your relationships' bond and something simple like this can be great for that!
No matter if you celebrate Valentine's or not, be intentional with your partner. So often we go through our average, mundane lives and forget to truly appreciate our better halves! Don't let your spark fizzle out, always remember the joy they bring to your life and show them how much you love them, every day!
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