Category: married
-
“Gifts” by Ralph Waldo Emerson killed it.
Gifts, an essay by Ralph Waldo Emerson In this short essay Emerson encourages us to do some “high thinking” about the nature of both gift-giving and gift-receiving. I do not think this general insolvency, which involves in some sort all the population, to be the reason of the difficulty experienced at Christmas and New Year,…
-
Literature, a gift for him that you can both enjoy
What makes great gifts for your man: Books! By S. Rowe Books are a very personal present, this holds true for men as well. They say a lot about who your man is and what he stands for in the world. He might be busy with his nose in some literature and adore your gift, but at…
-
Long distance relationships; modern love or convenient romance?
By Valentines.com Pre-21t century, the blueprint of a long distance relationship was manifested through writing letters, staying faithful, quickie marriage, financial support, and the promise that eventually the two devotees would be together again in this life or the next. These acts were considered romantic. Today, there are many ways to sustain a long distance…
-
Power colors “The art of choosing your perfect palette” Part 1
Power colors “The art of choosing your perfect palette” What are the most powerful colors and what makes them powerful? Deep, rich hues constitute power and uncommon tones will set you apart from the crowd, evoking your distinct aura. Classic power colors: Burgundy / Berry/ Wine : More subtle than red, with undertones…
-
Making out on the church steps
By. Sara Rowe Sometimes, you find things you’re not looking for and it turns into your whole life. So, it was my birthday. I’m alone, at this coffee shop. Had bought a bunch of gifts for myself which is still causing me to tear up when I check my bank account. I start asking the…
-
Single girls guide to Valentine’s Day – PG13
By Sara Rowe As if we weren’t already feeling upset!! It’s winter time, all the couples are matched up after the mating season of Summer ended, and we are snuggling solo. Then it’s the middle of February and all we want to do is get outside and wear cute Spring clothes, but the impending doom…
-
Chocolate! Our experts simplify cocoa.
Written by: Daniel P. Complexity in Cacao Evokes True Valentines Day Love Do you like chocolate? Perhaps even love it? Most of us do. However, the vast majority of people regularly consume mass-marketed candy-like chocolate akin to those handed out on Halloween to little kids. Occasionally, one may even venture to enjoy a Lindt or…
-
Male gifts – boyfriend, fiancĂ© , husband – Part 5
Our first “male gifts” blog detailed some unique affordable gifts that we thought you would love. If you missed Part 1 you can read it here: http://www.valentines.com/male-gifts-boyfriend-fiance-husband-man/ Here is the second wave of male man-gifts: For where to buy, see bottom of page. roduct credits / WHERE TO BUY: www.archiproducts.com http://www.peleg-design.com/ http://tweekstudio.com/ http://www.amazon.com/ http://photojojo.com/ http://www.uncommongoods.com/…
-
Male gifts – boyfriend, fiancĂ© , husband – Part 4
Our first “male gifts” blog detailed some unique affordable gifts that we thought you would love. If you missed Part 1 you can read it here: http://www.valentines.com/male-gifts-boyfriend-fiance-husband-man/ Here is the second wave of male man-gifts: For where to buy, see bottom of page. Product credits / WHERE TO BUY: www.archiproducts.com http://www.peleg-design.com/ http://tweekstudio.com/ http://www.amazon.com/ http://photojojo.com/ http://www.uncommongoods.com/…
-
Male gifts – boyfriend, fiancĂ© , husband – PINTEREST DIY IDEAS
When we at Valentines.com discovered Pinterest last year we were in DIY heaven. For all the Do-It-Yourselfers out there, here are ideas you can definitely draw inspiration from and create at home. Recycling fabric for a boy tie, re-using a deck of cards, writing on something sporty he no longer uses, are some simple ways…