Gauge expectations
Is this your first Valentine’s Day together? If so, it may be smart to check in about each other’s expectations. Imagine your partner picks out a gift, and you end up showing up empty-handed? Talk things through and find out how you both feel about “celebrating Valentine’s Day,” so that February 14 is guaranteed to be a fun day!
Keep it simple
Giving or receiving a gift is always nice, but that isn’t what Valentine’s Day is really about. A big hug in the morning, a sweet kiss, and a heartfelt “I love you” as you head out the door… In each other’s eyes, you’ll find your greatest Valentine’s gift…
An alternative day
- Not really into February 14? Maybe you can declare another day—one that’s “symbolic” for the two of you—as “your day”? The day you first met, your first kiss, the day of your engagement, … Take a moment on that day to reflect a little extra on the love you share. Because who says it has to be on February 14?
Read more about this topic via these links...
- A little bit of Valentine’s Day every day—here’s how!
- 7 Surprising Valentine’s gifts for him
- Getting married on Valentine’s Day? I Do!
- 7 Surprising Valentine’s gifts for her
- 5x brunching with your partner on Valentine’s Day
- The ideal diamond jewel for Valentine’s Day
