After spending a number of years with the same person, the romantic spark you once had may have dwindled. This year, choose to make Valentine's different by starting and ending your day with kindness, affection, and love toward one another. Think of activities that both you and your partner enjoy, making a day out of it. For instance, you can start off your day with breakfast in bed, followed by an adventure that will take the two of your outside - even if it's cold. The cold air is energizing and will get you going - just make sure that you are dressed for it! Then, end the day with dinner reservations at your favorite restaurant, and if you've got enough energy, live music to encourage those romantic vibes.
2. Make it a point to spend time together
Make this Valentine's Day a day you both can pause from your busy, overworked lives and focus on one another - it is possibly one of the most romantic things you can do. Focus solely on the company of one another. Perhaps enjoying a British tea at a local hotel, or enjoying a brisk walk around the center. At the end of the day, this idea is not about what you do, but the quality time that you get with each other.
For other couples, the secret to a memorable Valentine's Day is tied to a unique, meaningful gift. A thoughtful token of appreciation speaks volumes about your commitment to one another. It doesn't have to be a big and expensive gift, but rather, a small surprise that your spouse wasn't expecting, but would make them feel special on the day. Perhaps you could write your husband or your wife a letter, telling them the things you appreciate about them.
4. Get some quiet time
If you lead a hectic, busy life, it may often be difficult to steal away some romantic time together. So this Valentine's opt for a quieter celebration, instead of one that requires a glamorous take on the holiday. Going somewhere quiet, possibly being in nature, will help keep things quiet and calm. And be sure to keep distractions like phones, computers or throngs of people out of your plans. This promotes the idea of giving one another the gift of time.
Rather than making the most of it on Valentine's day, make kindness and respect a part of your daily routine, 365 days of the year. Make it a point to kiss each other goodnight every night. Hug one another when you get home from work, and go on date nights - such as dinner and a movie. Hold hands with one another and just enjoy spending time with each other, every single day.
6. Go on a scavenger hunt
This year, try something different for Valentine's Day by going on an in-house scavenger hunt. This is a fun way to bring some laughter into your day and as well as some spark and fun. This idea will begin Valentine's Day with sweet cards and notes left in unusual, unpredictable places around your home. In these little notes of appreciation write out special memories that the two of you have shared over the years which you can tuck away in a boot, a drawer, the refrigerator or any other unexpected spot.
As any couple knows, it takes work and dedication to maintain loving feelings. This Valentine's opt for something different by remembering all of those reasons you selected one another as lifelong partners by recreating some of the magic from your honeymoon days. Perhaps you can make it a point to recreate your first kiss with one another each Valentine's. As an added touch, prepare a homemade card that will take the two of you down memory lane. Doing so requires a great deal of thought which your partner will surely appreciate, and costs close to nothing.
8. Prioritize one another
Sometimes children can often get in the way of romance, but remember that without your partner, your family wouldn't be possible, So make Valentine's a day where you can truly prioritize one another. Stealing time alone makes a difference to your happiness levels both on a personal level as well as, as a couple. Walk hand in hand, talk to each other, be completely transparent with one another. Cook a special meal, share it together and perhaps end the evening gazing up at the stars.
