Hello lovebirds, and happy February!  Clearly I am just stating the obvious here, but in the event you are living under a rock Valentine’s Day is right around the corner.  I know there are a lot of people out there that don’t get overly excited about the thought of planning for Valentine’s Day.  I personally love seeing all of the hearts and pretty red and pink store displays reminding me that this lovely holiday is right around the corner and I need to do something special for my love.  I mean, that’s pretty much what Valentine’s Day is about, right? It’s an extra reminder to show your loved one(s) that you love them?  I think sometimes we get so busy with life that we forget to stop and show our affection for each other as much as we used to.  We get complacent.  Sure it’s easy to just go out to a nice restaurant every year and celebrate Valentine’s Day, but why not do something a little more untraditional?  I’ve compiled a list of 5 ideas to celebrate your Valentine’s Day without breaking the bank.

1. It would be unfair for me to not mention the release of the 50 Shades of Grey movie set to release the day before Valentine’s Day.  So for the sake of not ignoring the obvious this would clearly be a great date idea for more reasons than one.

2. Instead of buying Valentine’s Day cards for each other why not make them?  Take yourself back to the days of elementary school with the Elmer’s glue and the googly eyes and get a little crafty with it.

3. Go grocery shopping together for all of the ingredients to make a nice meal at home together.  Do a wine tasting together to pair your favorite wine with your meal and make it a monthly ritual.

4. Aphrodisiacs.  Don’t underestimate them.  Dark Chocolate, vanilla, cinnamon, and almonds…sounds amazing, right?  Now imagine a candlelit bath with your favorite music in the background and some of the amazing bath and body products from LUSH.  Let’s be honest. It doesn’t matter if you slip into silk sheets or into a snuggle together watching a movie on the couch, a romantic bath is the perfect way to start/end any evening.

5. Write each other a short little note or text message each morning saying what you love about each other.  You’ll each start your day feeling loved and appreciated.

Whatever you decide to do this Valentine’s Day, I hope you have an amazing one together!

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