HOLD UP! Wait just a minute there. We've been talking a lot about what women want, but Valentine's Day isn't just about the ladies! A relationship is a two way street. So I asked the guys too, "What do you find romantic, what do you appreciate, what makes you feel all lovey-dovey inside, what would you want on Valentine's Day?"
And as my wise (younger) brother informed me:
"Guys want to feel special just as much as girls do, they just don't talk about it as much. If you really want to be romantic then find a way to make him feel like he is the only guy on the planet. That takes different forms for different people, and is really a case by case basis. Find something that sets him apart from other people and play off of that, it will make him feel extra special. And you need to mean it, because if you don't believe yourself than he wont. And p.s. its not hard for guys to be romantic and sweet to girls they love, and if they can't, it means either they don't really know that much about her or they have no perception. Because a guy in love knows exactly why. " - MK
I think he made it pretty clear, guys need some lovin' too! So don't forget about your man on Vday. Here are what some of my other guy friends had to say;
"Experiencing something together that makes that person happy. Time spent together, while it being just the two of you. Something well thought out, doesn't have to be over the top, just thoughtful." -JW
"Girls wouldn't know sweet and romantic if it came up and bit them in the butt!! ;)
ha, Not true. When my girlfriend and I were dating we found that the best way to show our appreciation for each other was to try and make the other person's life easier because we were both so busy with our own lives. I always loved when she would pack me my food for bicycling race weekends or help me study for an exam. And I would help her transport her architecture models in my car from her apt to class.These may seam simple and frugal but in doing these little things of appreciation for each other, you can find romance as well. " -VM
"I felt really touched when she said she wished she could be here to take care of me when I was sick. I suppose I feel really touched whenever she expresses a desire to help me - especially to help me become a better person. Like, that makes me melt with gratitude." - LS
"Tickets to the big game :) I'm a fan of planned events - so not just games - but a concert, trip, etc." - PR
"First of all, I have a hard time considering something sweet or romantic. I can think of it as awesome or way cool. With that said, it's totally awesome when a girl gets you something that James Bond would wear. You know like a sleek watch or pocket knife or 3-piece suit. Also, it's totally awesome when your wife recognizes that you like a sport or a sport team and gets you an authentic jersey with your name stitched on the back. Also, it's way cool when she knows you love sandwiches and buys you your very own Sandwich Press!
In short, it's romantic to truly know what your spouse loves and get them things they probably wouldn't feel comfortable getting themselves :)" - RA
Speaking of planned events, I have one planned for my husband. I'd tell you what it was, but I know he reads my blog, so my lips are sealed.
Prosperity Pot de Creme -set of 4 - (MV1612) - $280Prosperity Pot de Creme Saucer - set of 4 - (MV1613) - $160
If you do try this at home, be VERY careful playing with hot sugars - they burn like none-other and will take off layers of skin. So carefully remove the pot de cremes using an oven mitt (or in my case a bunch of paper towels bunched together). We recently just added these pot de creme saucers to our pattern. They are wonderful because now you can serve it hot without worrying about burning your guests or burning rings into your table. And, they make a messy presentation instantly become a clean and crisp display asset.
OH NO! I forgot to wash the berry stained pot de cremes and they've been sitting, crusting, in the corner of the sink all week. Shucks! Oh phew, it's Mottahedeh's Prosperity pattern, no need to fret...
