With February 14th fast approaching, guys all over the world are starting to write their shopping lists. Cards, flowers and jewelry tend to be the top purchases year in and year out. These traditional Valentine gifts are sensational, but if you consider them a little more closely, they are a bit cliché. They can even get a little boring for a lady to receive year after year.
Seriously, how many flowers does one sweetheart really need?
Guys, it is time to break from tradition and get more creative in shopping for Valentine gifts. Resolve to make February 14, 2008, the year of change. Our ladies are tired of the same old, same old. They want to see us exercise our brains and come up with something truly spectacular.
Yes, that is a tall order. After all, if we select wrong and disappoint, it can be worse than not buying a present in the first place. Sadly, missing Valentine all together is akin to forgetting her birthday, or even more horrific an anniversary. So, it is easy to see why guys take the easy bet and go cliché every year. Many think that it is better to be safe than sorry. While this might be true, it does not hurt to think outside of the box once in a while. Guys who are particularly shaky about this notion can hedge the odds in their favor by doing both. If you go crazy, but back it up with traditional, you will not go wrong.
So, how does a guy break out of the boring box and dazzle his sweetheart with a stunning Valentine?
That all depends on the sweetheart in question. Consider your lady and her particular likes and dislikes. Pay attention to the things she says she wants and maybe even the things you think she will benefit from.
If your lady is one who works nearly around the clock, pamper her a little. Think about ways to get some of the load off her shoulders, sweep her off for a romantic getaway, or simply unplug the alarm clock and let her sleep in. Backing this up with a traditional gift does not hurt, but let the main present be your attention to detail when it comes to pampering her. Wait on her hand and foot and ensure her every need is tended to. She is going to love you for it.
Should your lady adore surprises, treat her to a special scavenger hunt to find her gift. Make that gift something she has really had her eye on, rather than simply the basic Valentine fare. Use things like flowers, chocolates and gift baskets as teaser presents along the way, leading up to the real prize.
Some ladies love adventure. If yours does, appeal to this side of her personality. Present her with a gourmet gift basket and tickets for a quick getaway. Or, if she prefers her adventures in private, consider a slightly saucy gift for the boudoir that you both might enjoy.
Guys, it is possible to break out of the cliché mold and not get strangled by your Valentine. Play to her personal tastes and her desires and you will not go wrong. If you find yourself a little nervous about the idea, back up your bolder present with a traditional one. Doing both will really win her heart.
Randy Gardner is Romeo-Your Romance Resource and is the exclusive writer for Got To Have It Romantic Gift Creations. Visit Ask Romeo Blog to read more of Romeo's articles about dating, romance, relationships and romantic gifts.
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