V.A.L.E.N.T.I.N.E. - Love Is In The Air

Since the Valentine's Day just around the corner, so I just feel to write a bit about the Valentine's Day. If you have neglecting your relationship lately, now's the time to put the passion back into your life...

V - is for VIP. It's easy to take that Very Important Person in your life for granted. But no matter how comfortable you are with him or her, everyone wants to feel special and appreciated. Suggestion? show your gratitude for your loved one by buying some "bling-bling" or wooing them with good food and great company.

A - is for Age. Love has no age limit. You can fall in love even when you're 60. There's no reason to stop showing affection for your partner.

L - is for Love. How often do you tell your partner ? If you can't say it, at least show it by sharing and caring. Take this opportunity to do something together and connect with each other.

E - is for Eating out. Cooking for your sweetheart is a thoughtful gestures. But unless you've inherited your mum's culinary skills, leave it to the experts.

N - is for Notes. Love notes, poems, messages, letters. Say it with words. Pour your heart out via sentimental love smses, online messages or even the post-it notes as snail mail takes way too long to get the message across!

T - is for Thought. It's the thought that counts. For one day, do something that your partner likes but you loathe. Go shopping together and be the soul mate that helps her find her "sole mate". Catch a soppy romantic movie even if you're a fan of senseless violence, blood and gore. Her memories of these moments will last longer than a bunch of wilted flowers and half-eaten chocolates.

I - is for Ideas. Think out of box if you want to make this a day to remember. Breakfast in bed, D-I-Y chocolate fondue, ice-skating lesson, or even night picnic.

N - is for Nifty Gifts. Roses are passe, chocolates are mundane. Give her something money can't buy like settling her credit card bills (subject you do have extra money!). Or pay her phone bills. After all, most of the calls she makes are to you!

E - is Expensive. Valentine's Day doesn't have to rob you of your pay or savings. If movie dates are expensive, turn your room into a makeshift cinema. If a gourmet dinner is out of the question, settle for a homemade meal (don't you think it's nicer to cook for your loved one?

And.... for all who still singing the SINGLE jingle (me too!).. here is some suggestions:
- shower yourself with gifts
- pamper your face and body with spa treatment
- have a nice dinner

More or the less, treat yourself as good as when you treat your partner. After all, it's all about

p/s: hey u... emmm.. missing you