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Five Most Romantic Songs For Valentine’s Day

February 9, 2012 By
Nothing will get you in a Valentine’s Day mood more quickly than romantic music. Whether you’re looking for songs to play as background ambiance during a Cupid Day date or just some tunes to enjoy on your own as you pine for your special someone, here are five of the most heart-stirring songs out there:
 
"The Way You Look Tonight" by Frank Sinatra
This Sinatra classic offers sweet, passionate lyrics and a timeless message about love. An added benefit: it’s the kind of song that's easy and fun to dance along with, so it’s an especially good choice if you’re looking to put something romantic on the sound system and get cheek to cheek with your partner. 
 
"Unchained Melody" by the Righteous Brothers
This song has perhaps become best known as the soundtrack to the sensuous clay-sculpting scene in Ghost, but you don’t have to be sitting at a potter’s wheel to relish the tune’s soaring romantic ambience. "Unchained Melody" captures longing like almost no other piece of music out there.
 
"Je T’aime…Moi Non Plus" by Serge Gainsbourg and Jane Birkin
This sensuous French song combines breathy vocals, alluring instrumentals, and a tone of passionate longing. It will create the perfect ambience for a candlelit evening with your object of Valentine’s Day amour.
 
"Fields of Gold" by Sting
This sweet song about love in a rural setting has an otherworldly romantic quality that will make it perfect for your iPod while you take a dreamy Valentine’s Day walk. It’s also ideal tune to play on your iPod dock while you and your sweetheart are enjoying a Cupid Day picnic outdoors. 
 
"I’ll Stand By You" by The Pretenders
This 90’s hit is as fresh today as it was ten years ago. The lyrics capture perfectly what it means to have a close connection with another person, whether it’s a friendship or a romantic relationship. The song is an especially great one to send along to your special someone for a Valentine’s Day listening treat. 
 
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Valentine’s Day Gifts From Hands And Hearts

January 31, 2012 By

Nothing says “I love you more” than the gift of your own time and creativity. But it’s important to make sure that homemade gifts are something that the recipient will be able to use. Here are some ideas for thoughtful homemade gifts for Valentine’s Day.

  1. Make homemade candy, cupcakes, or cookies, and give them to your beloved in a hand-decorated box or bag.
  2. If your partner keeps a journal, a scrapbook, or a photo album, make one for them. You can decorate a pre-made book or make one from scratch. Personalize one page with a photo, collage, or note to the recipient.
  3. Personalize a photo of yourself and your loved one. The possibilities are endless – you can surround the photo with keepsakes and reminders of your relationship in a shadowbox frame, make a collage, or decorate a frame for the photo.
  4. Give the gift of scent – sew small squares of fabric and stuff with lavender or rose petals to make sachets. Create a custom blend of essential oils, or buy a soap making kit and present your partner with homemade soaps in their favorite colors and fragrances.
  5. Remind your love that spring is right around the corner with some pretty pots and seeds. Make your own seed packets with personalized messages and rubber stamps.

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Five Unique Valentine’s Day Date Ideas

January 19, 2012 By
Are you looking for a memorable way to spend Cupid’s favorite day this year? Whether you’ll be celebrating with a long-time amour or a new romantic interest, these creative date ideas are certain to flutter your sweetheart’s pulse:
 
Outdoor Love
This year, why not skip the all too typical movie-and-restaurant Valentine’s routine and head outside instead? Consider a romantic evening picnic on the beach or in a park. Good wine, candles, and a warm shared blanket will make the experience especially cozy and intimate for the two of you.
 
Romantic Treasure Hunt
Rather than just handing a present to your special someone this year, consider making the gift-giving process extra fun. Hide your surprise and draw up a treasure map with intriguing twists and turns. You can also leave little romantic notes for him or her to discover along the way. 
 
Rev up the Restaurant Routine
It can be hard to choose a restaurant for a special Valentine’s Day meal, so why limit yourself to just one? Considering starting out with appetizers at one place, moving to another for the main course, finishing with dessert at another restaurant – and then capping it all off with a nightcap somewhere else? A fun evening of restaurant-hopping will let you enjoy a memorable variety of tastes and atmospheres with your sweetheart. 
 
Small Town Sweetness
Consider planning a romantic daylong outing to a small town near you, preferably one that you’ve never visited. Then spend the afternoon with your loved one exploring the town’s unique offerings – parks, museums, galleries, and restaurants. 
 
Arts and Hearts
February 14th often occasions cultural events like poetry readings, concerts, and museum exhibits, so why not enjoy some of these romance-inspiring offerings with your sweetheart? Check out local papers and events calendars to see what’s happening in the arts world. You can make the day extra sweet by capping it off with a creation of your own, presenting your special someone with an original poem or piece of art. 
 

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