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Will You Be Disappointed This Valentine’s Day? Survey Says…

Have you ever spent Valentine’s Day hoping for a diamond tennis bracelet only to be gifted a can of tennis balls? Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day and I guarantee there are some people out there who could care less. Their what’s-the-fuss-all-about attitude is in direct contrast to those who are putting the final touches on special gifts to show their soul mates just how much they love them. What are you expecting from your loved one tomorrow? Hallmark magazine recently conducted a survey of what women want versus what they actually get. I found the results to be quite surprising, especially … Continue reading →

Happy Un-Valentine’s Day!

In a previous blog I told you that I won’t be partaking in a romantic dinner this Valentine’s Day. Nor, am I expecting to be showered with diamonds, rubies, sapphires or chocolates. That said; I am still looking forward to February 14th. Others I know are also looking forward to the day, but not because they are planning to mark the occasion with flowers and kisses. Rather, they are preparing to take part in “Anti-Valentine’s Day” festivities. “Anti-Valentine’s Day.” I had not heard of the, uh, “celebration(?)” until I came across an aisle of “Anti-Valentine’s Day” cards at a local … Continue reading →

Seven Days of Valentines

Instead of celebrating just once for Valentine’s Day, why not build up to it for a week? Start on the seventh (or have cards or other small gifts begin arriving on that date) and present something each day until the fourteenth. Small gestures are best, because they will surprise and delight the person you love without making that person feel obligated to return the favor. You don’t want him or her to feel bad, thinking that he or she should have had something each day for you too, so keep it sweet and simple. One cute idea is to pick … Continue reading →

Taking Care of Each Other

Do you take care of your spouse? Does he or she take care of you? What exactly does that mean? There are many ways of caring for each other from everyday little things to a more literal sense such as when one spouse is ill or injured. I had oral surgery yesterday. It was, to be honest, awful. I awoke in the middle of the surgery. I was only half-awake because of the pills they had given me besides the gas, but I must say, it was somewhat traumatic. It was also very painful. I needed stitches and my mouth … Continue reading →