What is the meaning of LOVE to you? Some say, “Love is the only happiness in this life”. “Love is like the wind, you can’t see it but you can feel it”, a quote from Nicholas Sparks. So is it true? However you think of what LOVE is, you still need to be PREPARED for VALENTINE’S DAY!
There are so many questions to be asked during this day, let’s go through the general ones together! So the first question is:
What GIFT(S) should I get for my significant other for Valentine’s Day?
Before you start searching for WHAT to buy, ask yourself first, how well do I know my partner?
Well, there are 5 LOVE languages that you should discover/know about one another. What is the primary love language of your partner?
1. Quality Time
2. Physical Touch
3. Acts of service
4. Receiving Gifts
5. Words of Affirmation
So which is your primary love language and which one is your partner’s?
If you’re still not sure, test it out here.
After knowing which, you’ll definitely find the BEST GIFT for them.
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Valentine’s Day Gifts
1. Roses
Do you know that roses have different meanings according to their colors?
Learn more about the meanings before sending them out to your significant other.
https://www.theflowerexpert.com/content/aboutflowers/flowermeanings/rose-flower-meanings
And did you know different numbers of roses portray certain meanings too?
https://www.serenataflowers.com/pollennation/meaning-roses-1-to-100-roses/
So be sure to plan what color and how many roses you want to send to your loved one during Valentine’s Day!
2. Chocolates
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Chocolate by itself has no meaning but for women, it’s the thought of receiving that makes the chocolate so special. It’s not so much about the brand or type but a bar of very delicious chocolate will make it even better. Giving sweets like such will increase a hormone called serotonin. Such a hormone brings happiness since this is known as a happy hormone. This also makes women think that a certain guy is showing interest and this person is romantic. Here are 3 more reasons why you should give chocolates for Valentine’s Day:
http://www.ganache.com.au/blog/3-reasons-to-give-chocolate-for-valentines-day/
3. Love Letter/Video
A love letter or a video represents “word of affirmations” and the works behind it are your “acts of service”. By doing these, you can prove to your partner how much effort you’ve put into expressing your love to them!
Check out a few amazing ideas:
https://www.coupons.com/thegoodstuff/diy-love-letters/
4. DIY Creative & Romantic Crafts
More creative DIY if you have time to do them, it is simple yet very heartwarming.
https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/holidays/valentines-day-ideas/g526/homemade-valentines-day-gifts/
5. Teddy Bear/Plush Toys
The symbolic meaning of Teddy Bears: Love, care, tenderness, children, humanity, philanthropy. Being watched over by someone kind. Empathetic, compassionate. Gentleness. Responsibilities, sensitivity.
Make sure to know what plush toy they’d love. Select from their favorite cartoon characters or their favorite animals!
6. Couple Photos
Photos represent memories. It will definitely touch your partner’s heart by presenting to him or her the photos of your past memories together. This will bring back memories and sentimental value-
Here are some examples of ideas on how you can present them:
– Puzzle Photos
– Photo Album
– Polaroid Cards
– Photo Collage
For more creative Ideas:
For a person with Quality Time as their love language, you don’t need to prepare many physical things, all you need to think is:
WHERE should we go & WHAT should we do during Valentine’s Day?
1. Kokol Hill
– Catch the beautiful sunset!
– If you’re lucky enough, watch shooting stars!
– Enjoy the KK City Lights
2. Hotels/Resorts
– Spa packages
– Fine Dining
-Staycation
3. Fine Dining Restaurants/ F&B
Get ideas here.
4. Beaches/Islands
– Picnics
– Watch the sunset
– Kite flying
– Sand Building
– Watersports/snorkeling/diving
5. Home
– Home cooked romantic candlelight dinner
– Movies together
6. Malls
– Cinema for movies
– Go shopping together
– Taking photos at a photo booth (only in selected malls)
– Dinner in a nice restaurant at the mall (Remember to choose their favorite cuisine and also make a reservation in advance)
