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How valentines is celebrated - Part 2
Tuesday, February 12th, 2013
Celebrate
Couples will choose to celebrate together by taking a holiday or a vacation to probably the destination where they went for their honeymoon. If the guy arranges the V day celebrating without consulting her, the probability of her changing the plans is much higher. Married couples in UK decided to return to their honeymoon destination this Valentine to rekindle their love and live those magical moments.
Most couples prefer to celebrate in the traditional way by going out for dinner and exchanging gifts. Few of couples may think of cutting down on expenses and prefer to celebrate at home with delicious home cooked food.
Youngsters will celebrate by going to movies and having a round of drinks with their buddies. Those in a serious relationship will opt for a weekend together as this Valentine’s Day falls on a Thursday.
Speed dating is catching the fancy of those singles who are looking for some activity this Valentine’s. Find exclusive events being organized by speed dating companies as per the interest. Whether it is books, graduates or vegetarians, checkout out these events will make it easier to find the like-minded person. Online dating sites remain the best option to find a date for this Valentine if you don’t want to celebrate alone.
No sweetheart to celebrate with this Valentines, do not fret. Most singles across the world will celebrate Valentine’s Day in different ways. Some will throw a huge party for the singles or go out for dinner and exchange small gifts. Indulge in a brainstorming session with friends as to how you find ‘Mr. Right’ in the year and made it enjoyable. No need to fret over being single, just enjoy your freedom and do all those activities you had been procrastinating all this while.
At 100, Grayce and Clarence Dwyer of Madison, NJ celebrated their 71 years of love on Valentine’s Day 2012.
Valentine’s Day has a magical effect on the brain which makes each person more loving and mushy. Enjoy this emotion and celebrate this day the way you want to.
How valentines is celebrated
Tuesday, February 12th, 2013
Valentine’s Day 2013 falls on this Thursday. A day which means roses, wine and chocolates for some and protests and rallies for others.
Valentine’s Day traditions have changed over the years. Whether you are single, a couple or in a relationship the way V day is celebrated has undergone transformation no we can call it metamorphosis. Yes the message of love and sharing and caring remains the same but the way it is celebrated has changed all over the world. It’s a day to shower your loved one with gifts, expensive dinner or romantic presents. National retail federation says an average of $126.03 will be spent on traditional Valentine’s Day merchandise this year.
how valentines is celebrated
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Gifting
Over 141 million cards are exchanged yearly. Hallmark research reveals that over 50% cards are purchased a week before Valentine’s Day. Every race across the world gives a V Day card to their special lady.
Chocolates are the most romantic gift to be given to the woman. In Japan it’s the woman who gives a box of chocolates to the man on Valentine’s and he reciprocates on White Day which falls a month after V-Day.
Consumers are not ready to shell as much this Valentines for their loved ones as per NRF survey. 50% will buy candy while other 36% will give flowers with remainder gifting jewelry or clothing to their loved ones.
Valentine’s Day is not just a day for couples but it is a day to show appreciation for other family members or colleagues too. Consumers gift their pets on this day and a whopping $ 815 million sale are projected for this year.
Hand held devices will be used by 40% of the smart phone owners to shop for a gift while 45.9% of tablet owners will use their device for V-day gift purchases or searches.
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A to Z tips to prepare for date night – Dating Advice - Part :4
Monday, February 11th, 2013
T. Time is the richest treasure. Spend time to plan and prepare every time before your date. Invest your time in deciding your outfit, hairdo and footwear and don’t keep it for the last minute.
U. Understand each other rather than judging on the basis of physical attractiveness. Spend time to know each other better and understand the chemistry you share.
V. Visualize the dating scenario beforehand. Dates make each person anxious. If an un-toward incident does happen keep a plan ready as to how you will gracefully get out of it.
W. Wisdom is in-born. Learn to use it every time. Use your wisdom when you dress up for a date. Girls avoid revealing outfits unless you are ready for the reaction. Be wise in deciding the dating venue by keeping in mind the dating scams that are rampant now a days.
X. EXcitement is an integral part of dating. Make dating exciting by thinking out of the box. Maybe working out together, some adventure activity, working for a social cause together or attending a concert adds spice to dating rather than going to a bar or dinner as usual.
Y. ‘You’ should be the focus of your attention and not me when you are on a date. Pay attention to him/her, listen attentively and enjoy the discussion rather than boasting and talking about ‘I, me, myself’ which will surely turn your date away.
Z. Zeal and enthusiasm makes dating livelier. No matter what trouble you went through that day, let it not affect your date night. Be zealous about dating so both of you can enjoy the time spent together.
After reading this, give yourself time to think in details before your date night and how you can make it more meaningful.
A to Z tips to prepare for date night – Dating Advice - Part :3
Monday, February 11th, 2013
M. Manage your finances well and don’t go overboard to spend on your date. Plan your budget so that you don’t go around borrowing money from friends to please your date and fall in a debt trap. If you are unable to get out of the debt then remember you will lose your friends and your date as well.
N. Never force your date to do something he or she doesn’t want to do. No matter what the activity, decide mutually if you should go ahead with it so that both of you enjoy it equally.
O. Odd Couple? Think about your relationship before you go on the next date. Listen to your intuition which will tell you whether you are made for each other or not. Don’t force yourself into a relationship which will ultimate fall apart and cause heart break.
P. Perfumes trigger the brain and create a mood. Carefully choose a perfume you will wear when on a date. Make sure your date is not allergic to fragrances or asthmatic else he/she will have to run away from you.
Q. Questions should be asked but not to probe into the privacy of the individual. Keep your conversation healthy even when it gets intimate.
R. Respect each other for who you are. Don’t expect the person to change as per your whims and fancies. Accept him/her and let the simple dating relationship grow into a beautiful long term relationship.
S. Smile increases face value. It takes 17 muscles to smile and 43 muscles to frown. A smiling face relaxes not only you but your date as well. A smile conveys happiness at seeing him/her. So smile always no matter what!
A to Z tips to prepare for date night – Dating Advice - Part :2
Monday, February 11th, 2013
F. Fitness plays a major role especially when dating. Follow a fitness regime by going to the gym or yoga or any other form of exercise. Workout is not only for the body but for the fitness of the mind as well. You can think of adding spice to dating by working out together.
G. Gifting is an expression of affection and care. Shower each other with gifts just to tell the other person that you are always on my mind.
H. Hygiene is very important for a relationship to blossom. Shower, perfume, clip nails, a good hair do that suits you are a must when you go on a date.
I. Intimacy does not develop on first meeting. Give each other time to develop that closeness before you start getting physical.
J. Just say no when you don’t agree to something. Voice your opinion rather than just being meek and accepting his/her word and getting stressed about it later.
K. Keep it simple. Don’t load your date with unnecessary stories about your ex or your family. Know each other better as this understanding will benefit both of you in the long run.
L. Laughter is the best medicine. Humor plays a wonderful role in strengthening a relationship. ‘People, who laugh together, live together’. Learn to be witty and humorous and you will always be thought of with a smile.
