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| Happy Love to All from Mary Jane Popp |
It’s that time again, the time when Hallmark, Flower Marts, and See’s Candies see the dollar signs go flying to the very top of their list.
Why? Because it’s Valentine’s Day just around the corner. So, are you into all this fuss? Do you have enough money saved after a hard holiday stretch to come up with big bucks for all that Valentine’s Day is supposed to stand for?
If not, why not take a step back and think outside the box. Don’t get me wrong, it’s fun to receive some sweets etc, but don’t you think we take it a little too far?
Maybe, you can be a little creative this year and surprise her and him with something more personal. Like what you say? Well, how about . . .
How about a handmade card. No, I don’t mean something so elaborate that Hallmark wants it for their next holiday. Make it from something soft and sweet and remember, the sentiments inside mean more than the fancy outside. Tell her how you really feel and it doesn’t have to be mushy.
It can be straight forward, and who says you can’t borrow from the great poets in a situation like this. And ladies, this does not leave you out of the loop. How about a really thoughtful card for him too?
The flower part of the day can be planted flowers. The cut flowers only last a few days, but the planted ones can last for months, even years. For him, it can be something he would like to plant outside later on.
Or, she might be the gardener. Either way, every time you see the plant, you remember the special day.
Why not make a promise? For him, perhaps clean and cook for a certain period of time to give her a break. For her, why not get the car gassed up or take it in for an oil change, and if you are really energetic, how about mowing the lawn? Not bad for the waistline either.
Guys, give her a break with her own day to soak in the tube and adorn it with candles and flowers and some goodies like bubble bath and fragrance soaps. And be sure to put a ‘do not disturb sign’ on the door so the kids get the message too. Gals, give him his man cave for a day with all his favorite goodies and all the games he can stomach with no recriminations for the calories or the silence.
Then there’s the big dinner in a crowded restaurant that can be so loud you can’t even have a loving conversation. How about a picnic instead? Either one or both of you can plan a fun picnic just for the two of you where you can melt into each other’s eyes, and sip a bit of bubbly to celebrate your love instead of the day.
These are just a few ideas, but really where will you put another stuffed animal holding a big heart? Instead, share your heart with each other, so that the feelings will last forever. Love comes from the inside out, not the outside in.
Happy Love Day!
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