When you start dating, she will love any gift you give her. However, as your relationship grows she will expect you to give her things that are more meaningful. The following are some factors to consider when thinking about creative anniversary date ideas. Often it can be hard to think of creative anniversary date ideas that will be meaningful and different from your usual routine. Here are a few ideas of ways you can celebrate your past, present and future together.

The Past
Show her you’ve been paying attention to her and you know what she loves.

-If she loves the opera or a band, get tickets.

-Does she love adventures and outdoors? Plan a hike or canoe trip, get a picnic basket and a fishing rod.

-What is her favorite kind of food? Make reservations at a restaurant you’ve never tried, or cook her a meal.

-Do a tribute to your past together with a compilation of small gifts that represent the best things about her and your relationship.

-Make a time capsule box with special mementos from your relationship. Bury it in your backyard so you can dig it up later to add more items, or walk down memory lane together. Read the rest of this entry »

What is the perfect recipe for the most romantic gift for her? Most people struggle when asked to come up with romantic gift ideas. Automatically we think flowers, candles, dinner, wine, and chocolates. These are good components for a romantic gift ideas, but they are so unoriginal. Don’t get me wrong, most of us girls would be glad to get something that romantic, even if it does lack a personal touch. Listed are some key components for producing romantic gift ideas, which translate to unique date ideas as well.

Extraordinary
Stop being so boring and typical, do something different! She likes you because you are different than most guys she has met. Plan a date that will remind her of the reasons she liked you in the first place. Make a memory that she will never forget. Blend suspense, adventure and romance to make an exciting and unforgettable experience.

Personalize
Consider the things that you know about her. Plan something that reflects her interests, personality and dreams. Show her that you know her and have been paying attention to what she likes. Tailor your date to suite her. Putting this twist on your romantic gift or date will score big points with her and make for a truly memorable event. Read the rest of this entry »

Listed below are 101 romantic movies. This romantic movie list contains some of my personal favorites and classic romantic movie selections. If you are running out of ideas for romantic movies to watch together, a large list like this can be extremely helpful. Pick out a couple flicks for your next evening together and enjoy some romantic movies.

1. The Notebook (2004)
2. Casablanca (1942)
3. Bridges of Madison County (1995)
4. When Harry Met Sally (1989)
5. Gone With the Wind (1939)
6. Cocktail (1988)
7. Ghost (1990)
8. Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991)
9. An Officer and a Gentleman (1982)
10. The Princess Bride (1987)
11. My Fair Lady (1964)
12. Pirates of the Caribbean (2003)
13. Pride and Prejudice (2005)
14. Dirty Dancing (1987)
15. Moonstruck (1987)
16. Romancing The Stone (1984)
17. Moulin Rouge (2001)
18. Sweet November (2001)
19. Pretty Woman (1990)
20. My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002)
21. Only You (1994)
22. Breakfast At Tiffany’s (1961)
23. Ever After (1998)
24. Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994)
25. A Room with a View (1985)
26. One Fine Day (1996)
27. The Last of the Mohicans (1992)
28. The Thomas Crown Affair (1995)
29. Bridget Jones Diary (2001)
30. Notting Hill (1999)
31. Top Gun (1986)
32. Roman Holiday (1953)
33. Untamed Heart (1993)
34. A Walk to Remember (2002)
35. While You Were Sleeping (1995)
36. You’ve Got Mail (1998)
37. What Dreams May Come (1998)
38. Pearl Harbor (2001)
39. Braveheart (1995)
40. Just Friends (2005)
41. Down with Love (2003)
42. Family Man (2000)
43. Sweet Home Alabama (2002)
44. Kate & Leopold (2001)
45. Never Been Kissed (1999)
46. The Saint (1997)
47. Fools Rush In (1997)
48. A Walk in the Clouds (1995)
49. Sleepless in Seattle (1993)
50. Titanic (1997) Read the rest of this entry »

1. Have a picnic

2. Go hiking

3. Take a hot air balloon ride

4. Go to an amusement park

5. Take a romantic bath

6. Walk dogs from the humane society

7. Reserve a bed and breakfast room

8. Go ice skating

9. Grill out

10. Hit up a casino

11. Take some photos together

12. Take bike ride

13. Catch fireflies

14. Golf driving range

15. Go to a dinner theater

16. Watch planes take off or land

17. Go bowling

18. Go to a shooting range

19. Get physical playing basket ball or soccer

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From time to time we all need to spice up our relationships. A great way to spice up any relationship is a simple date. Easier said than done! Often couples get into a routine and end up staying in doing the same things day after day and night after night. Staying in can get monotonous, but you don’t always need to go out to have a good time. We have compiled a list of ways to stay in and have an exciting date. Enjoy!

1. Ethnic Dinner
Pick a country that you are curious about, do some research on its traditions and culture, pick some of their classic recipes and set off to get the ingredients. Enjoy creating new dishes together and having a culture enlightening experience.

2. 20 Questions
Learn more about each other by making a list of 20 questions to ask each other. Put each question on its own small piece of paper and put all 20 in a bowl. Take turns pulling a question out of one another’s bowl and answer it. This is meant to be fun and enlightening; not accusing and probing, so choose your questions carefully. Each person has one chance to pass over a question. Have fun getting to know each other even better.

3. Home Spa Session
The Internet has pages and pages of homemade scrubs and beauty treatments. Plus, she’s sure to have sample sizes that are waiting to be used. Soak, scrub and moisturize those feet with an at home spa treatment. Massage one another’s back, neck and scalp. Treat each other to some R&R, while enjoying some physical touch and quality time.

4. Rearrange Your Space
Change the mood by trying a new set-up. Pick a room and make a plan. Try something crazy. If you don’t like it you can push things back to the same old spot. Be prepared to do a little deep cleaning in the process. When you finish you’ll feel like you’re in a whole different place. Try it out by watching a movie or playing a board game.

5. Dessert Night
Make banana splits, brownies, cake or pie. Whether it’s your favorite recipe or a new selection, treat each other to a decadent evening. Light every candle you own, enjoy the romantic atmosphere and your special dessert. Read the rest of this entry »