Romance Her With Something Special

Hold it, Buddy. Hold it, Lady. When's the last time you did something special for that special someone? Not just any old thing. Something that showed you were interested only in pleasing him or her. Something that took some thought, some time to get it together, some energy to pull it off. Something only you could do to make only your partner feel special.

Chances are, life being what it is, that it's been some time. Think about it. It has been awhile. Well, there's no time like today to get it together to show him or her that they're something special, that they're important to you, that you love them. It's always a good idea to show the one you're with that he or she's the one and only.

Need some help? A well-turned romantic evening is always a winner. Do everything yourself. Start off with some invitations. You know, the kind you send through the mail, or even email. (But a real invitation through snail mail gets extra points!) Title it with something along these lines: Enjoy a Night of Fun, Love, and Romance! Include some coupons that you've made in PhotoShop using a favorite picture of yours. Call them 'Love Coupons.' Or, if you lack those skills, you can always find something in a local card or gift shop to fill the bill.

As for the 'love coupons,' put something on them such as, you may redeem these coupons on the evening of --- and enter the date. Add something like you may request any such act that makes you happy when it comes to intimacy or romance. That allows your partner to bring some things to the party, maybe something new and exciting.

Have some fun yourself and write suggestions on the coupons. One for a foot massage, perhaps. Or one for necking. Or one for you can figure them out. Just be playful and creative, maybe even explore new possibilities. Almost anything that will make him or her feel special and loved will do.

Don't forget the dinner to make the evening a success. Making it yourself will certainly score extra points. But, if you're not a chef, ordering it in shouldn't hurt at all. The point is to share an intimate time with your lover. Do whatever makes the most sense, that makes you feel the most comfortable.

But, should you order dinner, personalize the meal with some fresh flowers on the table, light some favorite scented candles, and open a special bottle of wine you know will be enjoyed. These touches will add that extra bit of thoughtfulness that's so important.

Watch out for those 'love coupons'! Of course, your partner can redeem them at any time. But, things may take a turn toward the intensely romantic and you may end up with a rather cool meal eaten at a rather late time of the evening. But, remember, loves conquers all.

Pulling together a smashing evening as above, will be a part of your fond memories together. Your partner will remember it for a long time. Your relationship will find new ground for flourishing. Your imagination, your creativity, will deepen your understanding and love of each other. And, who knows, you might find out some surprising new side of your lover, a side that will intrigue you and keep your time together fresh.

Share The Path With Your Loved Ones

Do you and your significant other need a simple romantic way to bring yourselves closer? Are you not getting enough quality time together? Is it just too hard to make that time? Well, you've both got careers, you've got your families, you've got all the other little details of hectic lives that take so much time. It's hard keeping the perspective, the view that your partner needs time, too.

You each know that your success in the world isn't handed to you. You must have a plan, you must have a strategy. Short-term goals, long-term goals, both of these need a stick-to-it attitude. But, what's success without the success of your intimate relationship? As with your other 'must-do's', you've got to make space for the significant other in your life. A business client is no more important that your intimate client. A tee time for a business partner is not more important than a lunch with your life partner.

'Sharing' is the operative word when considering time together. It doesn't mean being in a place that just allows you time 'with' each other. It means sharing time together in a place where you can be with each other. An example of a place that doesn't allow you to be with each other is a movie theater.

How can a trip to the movie theater be a good place or a good way to be with each other? Think about it. Sure, you're together. But, you can't talk without getting shushed. You can't see each other. If the movie is any good, you're mind is on a subject far afield of anything having to do with your lives. So, you're basically sitting in the dark ignoring each other. That's not spending time together.

Rather than focusing on the troubles or treasures of the silver screen, you want to focus on each other. The almost perfect way to do this is excuse yourselves from whoever is sharing space with you, friends family or pets, and go for a walk. It can be a long walk, or a short walk. Let what you need from each other dictate the time you spend. You can hold hands, you can look at each other while you speak, the air is fresh, the walk itself gets the blood flowing. It's the perfect venue for togetherness.

With a walk, where you're going doesn't matter. How long you're gone doesn't matter. It focuses on the two of you and the things you need or want to talk about. Sometimes, walks can be quiet. And maybe that's important, for awhile. But, since you two obviously care about each other, talk will ensue.

Walks are easy to schedule, too. You needn't be shy about saying, "Let's go for a walk." By walking together, you're alone, whether it's a busy mall or a quiet street. You're really together. You can discuss important things, things that matter, issues that need resolution. A walk is a great way to clear the air. You're both in a relaxed place, a neutral place. There is no need for defense building, no need to fear discussing sensitive subjects.

The next time you and your significant other find yourselves in a stuffy room, and the moon is peeking through the crack in the curtains, grab his or hand and go for a walk. It's free. You don't have to be gone for a long time. In fact, you might want to set up a walk time each day. A time for the two of you alone, maybe just before or after dinner. Your bodies, your minds, and your relationship will thank you.

Unique Gifts For A Man's Birthday: 5 Ideas For Selecting The Perfect Gift

Birthdays are a cause for celebration. In celebrating a man's birthday, we celebrate not only his life, but also the many valuable relationships that he has formed over the years.

A birthday is a time when, whether for a moment or a whole day, we push aside the cares of the world and take time to recognize this person whom we care about.

It's His Birthday

If you know a man who is having a birthday coming up, you are probably wanting to show him how much you care. You want to celebrate his joys and accomplishments with him. You want to be there to support him through any challenges he may be facing.

Whether he is your father, husband, son, friend, co-worker, neighbor, or business associate, you care enough about him to join him in celebrating his birthday.

Celebrate His Life with the Right Birthday Gift

Choosing the right gift is important because it shows that you took the time to think about him, his likes and dislikes.

It is important to buy something unique for him. The reasons for this are two-fold. First, a unique gift will let him know that you have put some serious effort into choosing the right gift. And, by going with a unique gift, you have a better chance of buying him something that he does not already own.

5 Ideas for Finding Unique Gifts for a Man's Birthday

But, how do you find a unique gift for him on his birthday? Here are 5 ideas for doing just that:

1. Create a photo album showing important moments in his life: If this man is someone whom you have gotten to know very well over many years, you probably have accumulated a lot of pictures of him and/or of the two of you together with other friends or family. A great inexpensive gift idea: put together a photo album for him.

2. Celebrate his love for a favorite sport: If the man you know loves sports, celebrate that love with tickets to a game, a sports DVD, a book or video game about the sport he loves.

3. Get him some active wear for outdoor fun: When given the chance, most men can't wait to get outside and have a great time outdoors. For a gift, consider buying him a gift of outdoor clothing or other gear.

4. Gadgets never fail to please: I've never met a man who doesn't love gadgets. Anything with a lot of buttons, lights and switches - from a GPS to an mp3 player to a smart phone - he will love it. Hint: check with his friends, spouse, etc. to find out what he already owns and which gadgets he may still need.

5. Buy the kind of book all men love to read: Most guys like to read if you buy them the right books. All men love practical books like how-to books, amazing facts, trivia, and guides of any kind.

Take these 5 ideas to heart and you will find him a unique gift for his birthday.