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Romantic Ideas

Should I Trust My Partner?

by Valentine Gal

It seems like nowadays less and less people trust their partners. With all the new technology coming out to make it easier to check up on your partner and harder for them to detect you doing it then that seems to be too much temptation for some people.

cell phoneFor example, if you were suspicious enough to look on your partner’s cellphone then you could very simply run a reverse cell phone lookup on the numbers using one of the many websites that provides that service. This means you’d have a window into their personal calls and see who they are regularly contacting and then you’ll know whether being suspicious was warranted.

Then there is the internet, it is so simple to take a look at the browsing history on the computer and see what kind of sites they have been on, you can even see what they’ve been typing in to Google etc if the option is checked in your internet explorer (mine are as it makes doing repeat searches easier). With a little bit of knowledge then someone can clear the surfing history though – then you really do get suspicions arising in your mind.

This simple act can cause so much trouble, for instance let’s say that a boyfriend is looking for a ring for his partner to ask for her hand in marriage in some over-the-top romantic setting or gesture. He is more than likely going to go online and search for some inspiration of how to propose in the most romantic way and to look for rings etc. Now if the girlfriend snoops around and he hasn’t cleared the history then she will know what he is up to.

trust issuesNow if he is thorough and he clears the history but doesn’t let her know then she will be immediately suspicious and probably a lot of fights and upset will be caused by this. Then if he clears the history but tells her he is planning a surprise for her so he needs to do it, then that will solve a lot of the problems, but then she is expecting something!

That may not seem bad, but imagine now if he asks her to accompany him to somewhere they don’t usually go, or do something they don’t usually do, she will then start to think and expect that to be the surprise. So instead of a heart-warming complete surprise, she’ll be constantly on the lookout and she’ll be expecting it, so then it ruins half the surprise!
If you have any suspicions then bring them out into the open, so at least your partner can explain themselves and maybe put your mind at rest. I also think you should both have unique logons to a single computer, so you cannot snoop on each other’s browsing history – then you’ll get much better surprise birthday presents and proposals etc!

Take some time out to explore some fun date ideas so you and your partner can spend some quality time together and build your trust back up.

Check out this fun book!

photo credit: Ian Muttoo photo credit: Mr.Thomas,

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It may be at the classy restaurant downtown. It may be on that first trip to an exotic destination. Or it could be in the relaxation of home. Wherever it is, you want to make sure that first gift for a romantic interest is memorable and full of loving feeling.

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A unique romantic gift can be the high point of a growing relationship, when it shows a level of understanding and empathy only present between truly compatible souls. Of course, on the other hand, nothing can be worse than a gift that shows just how serious those few faults in a newfound partner are. Let’s look at four such gifts that have spoiled even the most auspicious of relationships.

Puppy.

Imagine you just finished a enjoyable dinner with the new love of your life. You are sipping on some wine when they lean across the table with a mischievous gleam in their eye.

“I have something for you.”

You hear some faint barks in the background. The wine starts to taste a little bit sour. “Umm…”

From out of the other room springs a new, lively puppy. “We can care for it together!” Even excluding the potential of allergies, don’t buy an animal on a whim without first having a sustained talk or you can bet on raising that pup as a single parent.

plane ticketsPlane Tickets.

“Oh wow – plane tickets! Time to hit the beach”

That might be your first impression at seeing this romantic gift, coming from your new significant other.

With a serious look in their eye, they grab your hands.

“I think you should meet…my parents!I bought tickets to leave for the weekend!”

The filet mignon you just ate feels like a rock in your stomach. “Oh…um…”

Even if the new partner you’ve found is “the one,” please don’t bring the parents to the table too early in the game.

Especially if a visit would incorporate a long plane trip, wherein you have to suffer through security, time differences, and possible schedule conflicts. Unless carefully planned, such a romantic gift would only end in grief/regret/unhappiness.

Slim Fast.

“That was a really great movie.” “I know!” Your special person replies.

It’s late outside and the cool night breeze creates a perfect romantic atmosphere for a romantic gift.

“But you know, I’ve been worrying about something lately. I want you to take a look at this.”

They pop open their trunk and remove a carton of canned beverages. “I found this case of slim fast on sale the other day, and I’d really like you to replace a meal a day with it.”

Please make sure that the first romantic gift you give is positive in tone, and emphasizes a good quality of your new partner.

Self-improvement might come later, if at all. Too many tears have been spilled due to the well-intentioned gifters who have no sense of timing or don’t think about the underlying message behind their gift.

A New Car.

“I had a really great time today!”  You’re just exiting the art gallery and feel renewed by the warm sunshine outside.

“Shhh.” Your new partner puts their finger to your mouth. “Wait until you see this.”

They pull out a key, and the shiny BMW behind them lights up with a beep. “Oh, is that your new car?” You ask.

“No baby…it’s a present for you.”

Please don’t try to “buy” your new partner’s interest. Even if your wallet and bank account are stuffed with hard-earned cash, such a display will only overwhelm them. (Unless, of course, they are that special category of person called a gold-digger)

Small, affectionate or even unique romantic gifts are often the most meaningful.

All in all, when giving romantic gifts, remember this:

Don’t give a gift that is designed more to push your agenda than to please your new love. Use your understanding and your empathy to pick something that will truly please the other. After all, isn’t a desire to please what romance is all about?

Here are a few valentine’s day gift ideas:

Sweetheart Chocolate Rose Candy Bouquet

Kama Sutra Honeydust, 8 Ounces

Celebrate your special person with I LOVE YOU red heart frame

Thats Amore! Romantic Dinner For Two – Italian Gourmet Food Gift Basket

I Love You Neon Sign 13 x 32

photo credit: Sara Alfred  photo credit: Dan4th

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How To Approach Girls

by Valentine Gal

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photo credit: ashley baz

I just met this guy… really this article is about how to approach girls… and he told me about this website for guys. I was intrigued because Matt (that’s the guy) said it was a website to help out guys that have problems getting dates.

Now… me being a girl and all… I think it’s a good idea for guys to learn how to talk to and treat girls. We’re not talking about love at first sight… but it would be nice if guys thought more about the girls than about themselves. And… it would be really nice if you men would stop looking at all the gals as if we were all ready to just hop in the sack with you.

This is about how to get over your fear of approaching women (girls) with confidence. You might have to work up to talking to the girls you are attracted to. Start with friends at work or an old lady on the street. Just look them in the eye and say “hi”. That’s it. Just walk on by.

It really is that simple to get started building your confidence. After a while, you will be able to do this to women you are attracted to. Then soon you may be able to actually have a short conversation with girls…. wouldn’t that be great?

So, if you’re having trouble learning how to approach girls… you should really check out all the free ideas on this website:

How To Ask A Girl Out

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