One year my boyfriend set up this rope all around his room, and there was a sign that said cut here. I cut where the rope told me to, and the string undid itself all throughout his room, until a letter fell with rose petals from the ceiling. I don't need expensive gifts to feel loved. He cooked us one of the first meals we eat together (a cheap college meal, surprisingly romantic), and ended the night by playing music out on his porch and out of no where grabbing me and dancing with me under the moon. I know, I know, cheesy, and not a lot of guys want to do it. But hey, it cost almost nothing and was one of the best nights I've ever had.
Thank you so much for this article. My husband is the king of impulse purchases.
The other day I was grocery shopping with my husband. He wanted to buy over-priced orange juice. We went back and forth until he finally gave up on it. I felt bad for denying him something he really wanted. I felt so bad that by the time we got to the other side of the store, I told him he could go back and get it. I apologized. He said, "for what?" I said, "for not letting you get orange juice." He said, "oh, I'd forgotten all about that."
A nice way to show someone you love them on Valentine's Day is to bake them something yummy or cook for them. I think especially little kids like this too. Just add some special touches like heart shaped decorations or a special centerpiece to add that little thing that makes it different than the regular every day meal.
In college I always gave my Valentine's roses and a heart-shaped pizza !!! Just ask your local pizza restaurant, they might even spell out your sweetheart's name in pepperoni...
I enjoy being crafty and we already have a ton of scrapbooking and other craft supplies, so we always make each other Valentine's Day cards instead of buying the pricey ones out there.
The girls treat everyone to breakfast(usually microwave pancakes, peanut butter crackers and milk), and for dinner we have a nice pasta withe sparkling grape juice and candlelight so the whole family can share what we love about one another!
My thrifty tip is to get flowers from the grocery store and put them in a nice vase. It is much cheaper than having flowers sent. Also, a homemade "coupon" book would be nice, and free!
Patrick, well done. You are slowly climbing into one of my fav. bloggers btw. I always enjoy your articles. This one is no exception.
"not even wants" ugh how I hate these. You buy them thinking you got some new toy, then you're done and go, ugh I don't even want that... It's an impulse buy through and through. It leaves no positive feelings in its wake.
Inspired by the film Fireproof, the Love Dare is a book worth your pretty pennies. It is 40 days of things to do/dares that will improve your relationship- strengthen and build! This dare is one worth taking and proves that everyday can be a challenge but also Valentine's with the one you love.
we usually stay at home to avoid the crowds. cooking together is actually a luxury for us, and this is a great excuse to break out the pots and pans. this year, we have the added bonus of hitting the dineLA menus after valentines day.
I'm not one for Valentines day, but I notice all the Vday cards, flowers, chocolates, etc. at retail stores are 50% the day after. If your SO likes all that stuff and doesn't mind to celebrate a day later, why not? Restaurants will be easier to book too.
Well this year we're going to the maternity ward hospital tour for our first kid, and we'll eat somewhere out there for lunch. With la nina on the way, we are pushing aside our romance budget for this year so we can spend on the little one! Or perhaps we can wistfully connect that it is exactly BECAUSE of romance that we're in the situation we're in now! :P
my wife doesn't like to go out on valentines, too many people and overpriced so instead I started the tradition of packing a picnik basket with food, candles, thermos of hot chocolate, blankets and we go to a lookout that have a view of our hometown and have a romantic evening under the stars and make our wishes for the next year - its works, its our 25th anniversary this year
Not watching television does wonders for helping control urges to buy crap. It's not just the explicit ads shown in 30 second commercials, but the implicit ads showcased by all the characters on TV. Who wouldn't want to live their laugh track fueled lives? What better way to do so than to buy the stuff they wear, drive, sit on, play with, etc?
One year my boyfriend set up this rope all around his room, and there was a sign that said cut here. I cut where the rope told me to, and the string undid itself all throughout his room, until a letter fell with rose petals from the ceiling. I don't need expensive gifts to feel loved. He cooked us one of the first meals we eat together (a cheap college meal, surprisingly romantic), and ended the night by playing music out on his porch and out of no where grabbing me and dancing with me under the moon. I know, I know, cheesy, and not a lot of guys want to do it. But hey, it cost almost nothing and was one of the best nights I've ever had.
I wish we could afford to go out this year, but we are staying home and enjoying a nice dinner and a movie.
Thank you so much for this article. My husband is the king of impulse purchases.
The other day I was grocery shopping with my husband. He wanted to buy over-priced orange juice. We went back and forth until he finally gave up on it. I felt bad for denying him something he really wanted. I felt so bad that by the time we got to the other side of the store, I told him he could go back and get it. I apologized. He said, "for what?" I said, "for not letting you get orange juice." He said, "oh, I'd forgotten all about that."
Yeah, needs vs. not-even-really-wants.
Thanks for another great article.
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A nice way to show someone you love them on Valentine's Day is to bake them something yummy or cook for them. I think especially little kids like this too. Just add some special touches like heart shaped decorations or a special centerpiece to add that little thing that makes it different than the regular every day meal.
No need for an expensive restaurant on Valentine's Day, we always enjoy a romantic homemade dinner which we cook together.
In college I always gave my Valentine's roses and a heart-shaped pizza !!! Just ask your local pizza restaurant, they might even spell out your sweetheart's name in pepperoni...
I enjoy being crafty and we already have a ton of scrapbooking and other craft supplies, so we always make each other Valentine's Day cards instead of buying the pricey ones out there.
My wife always hand writes me a love letter for V-day.
The girls treat everyone to breakfast(usually microwave pancakes, peanut butter crackers and milk), and for dinner we have a nice pasta withe sparkling grape juice and candlelight so the whole family can share what we love about one another!
Instead of going to a fancy restaurant and spending a ton of money, stay at home and fix your sweetie a home cooked meal!
We make homemade tokens of our love. Remember it's spiritual.
My thrifty tip is to get flowers from the grocery store and put them in a nice vase. It is much cheaper than having flowers sent. Also, a homemade "coupon" book would be nice, and free!
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A candlelight dinner at home...all the restaurants jack their prices up so high and you can have a wonderful romantic meal at home for pennies!
it is the personal touch that counts. cook a good meal. don't forget the little details.
most importantly of all, it is not what you do ON V-day that matters most. It is what you do EVERY DAY that makes the difference.
Patrick, well done. You are slowly climbing into one of my fav. bloggers btw. I always enjoy your articles. This one is no exception.
"not even wants" ugh how I hate these. You buy them thinking you got some new toy, then you're done and go, ugh I don't even want that... It's an impulse buy through and through. It leaves no positive feelings in its wake.
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Inspired by the film Fireproof, the Love Dare is a book worth your pretty pennies. It is 40 days of things to do/dares that will improve your relationship- strengthen and build! This dare is one worth taking and proves that everyday can be a challenge but also Valentine's with the one you love.
we usually stay at home to avoid the crowds. cooking together is actually a luxury for us, and this is a great excuse to break out the pots and pans. this year, we have the added bonus of hitting the dineLA menus after valentines day.
I love treasure hunts,,, cheap and fun.
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I'm not one for Valentines day, but I notice all the Vday cards, flowers, chocolates, etc. at retail stores are 50% the day after. If your SO likes all that stuff and doesn't mind to celebrate a day later, why not? Restaurants will be easier to book too.
Well this year we're going to the maternity ward hospital tour for our first kid, and we'll eat somewhere out there for lunch. With la nina on the way, we are pushing aside our romance budget for this year so we can spend on the little one! Or perhaps we can wistfully connect that it is exactly BECAUSE of romance that we're in the situation we're in now! :P
my wife doesn't like to go out on valentines, too many people and overpriced so instead I started the tradition of packing a picnik basket with food, candles, thermos of hot chocolate, blankets and we go to a lookout that have a view of our hometown and have a romantic evening under the stars and make our wishes for the next year - its works, its our 25th anniversary this year
Go to Dollar store to buy little things, like card, something cute and that should save a few bucks. Chocolates and flowers you can buy anywhere else.
Not watching television does wonders for helping control urges to buy crap. It's not just the explicit ads shown in 30 second commercials, but the implicit ads showcased by all the characters on TV. Who wouldn't want to live their laugh track fueled lives? What better way to do so than to buy the stuff they wear, drive, sit on, play with, etc?
"not even wants"...yep I know what you mean. Happens to me occasionally and I want to slap myself side the head. What was I thinking.