When Valentine’s Day rolls around, if you have a special someone in your life, you want to have special memories. While chocolate and flowers are traditional, and always welcome, sometimes it’s nice to get something different. Here are a few suggestions for a special Valentine’s Day.
- Chores – Is there something that your loved one does all the time? Even if it’s something they enjoy doing it, surprise them and do it for them.
- Bath by Candlelight – Surprise the busy mom in your life with a candle light bath, with or without bubbles. Keep the kids busy so she can soak in peace.
- Finish a project – is there a project that’s been needing done? Work on it together, you not only get some time together, but also get something done around the house.
- Gadgets – surprise the man in your life with the latest gadget or tool he’s been waiting to buy.
- Scrapbook – put together a scrapbook of memories of your relationship to date. Write some memories to go along with them.
- Music – put together mix of their favorite songs (not necessarily love songs) or call in and request a song for them on the radio for a time you know they will be listening (record it just in case they miss it).
- Notes – hide small notes of appreciation and affection in places where you’re loved one will find them. Some of them could be found easily, and some could be hidden in a place they might not find for a few days, making for a nice surprise later.
- Indoor picnic – What’s more romantic than a picnic in the park? Even if it’s cold and snowy out, spread a tablecloth on the living room floor, gather your favorite finger foods and enjoy a dinner for two.
- Coupons – use your imagination and make up a book of coupons for your loved one (or parents) for various things. They could be silly, romantic of helpful.
- Day at the Spa – Even if you can’t afford a day at a real spa, create the feel at home. Learn how to give a basic massage, have relaxing music playing and enjoy.