Valentine's Day Ideas

I know it is only the 11th February and there are a couple more days before Valentine's Day but if you haven't already given the day lots of thought and made plans, I have the perfect solution for you. 

Granted, I don't like Valentine's Day all that much given the fact I believe you shouldn't just have one day where you have to tell the person you love that you love them, but I know that generally life gets in the way of making sure those people know you love them and so I understand why we have it.

I have compiled a list of things you can do for Valentine's Day to make your loved one feel special...

♥  Breakfast

It's a Thursday and so chances are you have to work but waking up that little bit earlier to bring up breakfast to your loved one in bed sets the whole day off with a loving overtone. You can cut toast into a heart shape or you could cook them a fry-up, as long as it's one of their favourite breakfast, you can't go wrong. Unless you both have this idea and then your plan is ruined...

♥ Handmade Gift

I am a sucker for receiving something that is handmade. I love the thought that someone has spent the time to make something for me with me in mind. Whether this is a list of reasons why they love you, or a scrapbook detailing your love story so far or even a home-made card- it screams more to me than just stopping off at a shop last minute to buy a card and a bunch of wilting flowers.

♥ Dinner

The ever so popular dinner date is always a favourite for Valentine's Day. But this doesn't mean it has to be out to a restaurant. In fact, you could set up your own little restaurant in your house. Pay a younger sibling, or cousin to be your waiter and it could turn out to be extremely special, intimate and very loving; especially if you cook yourself. Just don't burn the food...

♥ Evening Out

Just because the general protocol is to go out for dinner on Valentine's Day, doesn't mean you can't mix things up a bit. If you met in a certain place, or enjoy doing a certain thing together- spending the evening after work doing this could be just as romantic. Candles, chocolates and roses aren't just the go to for VD. This relates back to doing something personal and special like the home-made gift.

♥ Say I love you

One of the most important things about Valentine's Day, once we strip bare the commodities of it, is the fact that it's a day to tell people how much you love them. This doesn't have to be strictly fora  romantic relationship, but simply telling a friend how much you love and appreciate them. Take the time to translate this message across to them even if this is as simple as through words.

Whatever you're doing this Valentine's Day, whether you're in a relationship or single- just because there's one day that outlines you must be romantic and whatnot doesn't mean it's the be all and end all. If you're waiting for the right guy to be with, be proud of that fact and not just sad that you don't have someone to spend VD with. Being in a relationship is not everything. Make plans to do something with friends because sometimes having great best friends are more important than any guy/girl will be to you.

xxx