Love is...

1 Corinthians 13: 4-7

⁴ Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. ⁵ It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. ⁶ Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. ⁷ It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.

Happy Valentine's Day

A goal without a date is just a dream - Milton H. Erickson

Valentine's Day is fast approaching, and if you are anything like me you've pt thought into what you will wear and give for Valentine's Day but not what you will do. So, to others with whom I am sharing a boat, here are some ideas.

Go out to eat. It doesn't need to be some big fancy place. In fact, why not go to the mom and pop restaurant or the hole in the wall Indian restaurant. The idea here is just to get out.

Or you could eat in. Make something nice and stress from and just enjoy some quiet time together.

Go out to a movie. The Vow is most likely to be the top date movie for the night, but there are others out such as One for the Money, The Decedents, and Safe House that look good.

Or make your own private theater and have a quiet night in. I've already posted some good movie ideas.

For my cold fellow friends, you can skating. It is a real trust building date for those like me who are not overly skilled on the ice.

Those of you blessed with a warmer climate can have a romantic picnic. But why not go all out and use real whine glasses, plates, silverware, etc.

Bowling is good for any climate, as well as any stage of the relationship.

For those of you who don't want to take your competitiveness into the open, have a game night in. Maybe even pair it with that romantic dinner in.

Dancing is also a good Valentine's Day date. Very romantic.

Catch you on the flip side.

What's your sign?

The lack of a post yesterday was due to the fact that my Wednesdays are almost nonstop from start to finish. So to say I'm sorry, and to stay on schedule I'll post twice today.

In an effort to add a little humor to this months posts I decided to dedicate this post to bad pick up lines. I've actually been working on this list for a few months now. I've been writing down the ones I think to be real "winners" from friends, movies, books, and even a few I've overheard.

Are you from Tennessee? Because you're the only ten I see!     

Do you have a boyfriend? [No] Want one? [Yes] Well, when you want a MANfriend, come and talk to me.     

I'd marry your cat just to get in the family.         

I've gotta thirst, baby, and you smell like my Gatorade.

Pardon me miss, I seem to have lost my phone number, could I borrow yours? 

So, you're a girl huh?

If I could rearrange the alphabet, I would put U and I together.

What time do you have to be back in heaven?  

Would you touch me so I can tell my friends I've been touched by an angel?     

Wouldn't we look cute on a wedding cake together?    

Your legs must be tired because you've been running through my mind all night.             

You must be Jamaican, because Jamaican me crazy.     

You know karate? Because your body is really kickin'.

Are you religious? Cause you are the answers to all my prayers.

Excuse me, I think you have something in your eye. Nope, it's just a sparkle.     

You remind me of a magnet, because you sure are attracting me over here!       

If you were a laser, you'd be set on "stunning".  

Damn! Somebody needs to write explosive on you, because you are the bomb!            

Excuse me, do you have any raisins? How about a date?          

I have an "owie" on my lip. Will you kiss it and make it better?  

Well, here I am. What were your other two wishes?     

Do you have a BandAid? I just scrapped my knee falling for you.                     

So, what do you like to do for fun? (Why?) Because I'm gonna ask you out.

Catch you on the flip side.

Gifts For Him

I don't know about you gals out there, but it can be near to impossible to find the right gift for guys sometimes. It is for that reason that I have compiled some ideas for what to get them on Valentine's Day

These are definitely a crafty addition to a man's wardrobe.

A nice journal is not a common Valentine's day gift, and it's good to go outside the box sometimes.

A personalized towel is great for those guys who grill.

I love how cute is this idea is.

What is more classy then a monogrammed necktie.

A camping stool is a good alternative to a pocket knife for that outdoors man.

Catch you on the flip side.

What to get for her

Here are some ideas for your special girl on Valentine's Day:

 A picture frame is a great idea if you want something simple. It can also be romantic if you add a cute or meaningful picture.

You can get really creative and person with a coupon book.

A friendship bracelet is really middle school but totally cute.

A romantic dinner is one of the grand gestures moves for Valentine's Day.

As I've said, candles are a great to light up Valentine's Day.

Chocolate anything are a great staple of Valentine's Day.

Catch you on the flip side.

You Light Up My Light

What better way to light up your Valentine's Day then some romantic candles?

Here are some nice DIY candle ideas:

These are super SIMPLE.

A great way to make something old into something NEW.

This will work with those extra mugs you might have on HAND.

I love how these look so ROMANTIC.

Happy super bowl everyone.

Catch you on the flip side

Roses are read, violets are blue

When I was in 5th grade I had a Norwegian dance recital. Before the performance, a college student I'd know for the past few years had dropped by and given me a bouquet of flowers. That was the first time I ever remember receiving flowers. I felt so special, so loved. Flowers have a way of making you feel singled out and that someone is thinking of you.

Here are creative flower ideas:

These are super CUTE.

These are beautiful and DELICIOUS.

These could be really ROMANTIC.

These origami flowers are super EASY.

I love that these are super CREATIVE.

Catch you on the flip side.

Ways to Wear Red

Seeing as today is National Wear Red Day, and that red is basically the color of Valentine's Day, today's post is dedicated to red clothing. Red is possibly the best accent color out there and goes with almost everything.

 For the guys, shoes and ties are two of the best was for a guy to show off his style.

For the gals, here are some easy ways to add a little something to an outfit.

Catch you on the flip side.

But what is this movie is the answer to all of out questions?

Seeing as Valentine's Day is this month, I have decided to dedicate this month's posts entirely to Valentine's Day related topics. First up are movies. What is cuter than a romantic movie date? And since love is possibly the most common theme in movies, it is easy to have a movie date with almost any type of crowd. Here are some examples for a variety of movie dates

For the family movie date
 You obviously want something that will be family friendly and entertaining. When in doubt my family will go towards the comedy, fairytale, or both.

Father of the Bride 1&2

Ella Enchanted

Princess Bride

Ever After

Tangled  
 

 For the girls movie night
For me, girls night is usually when I watch movies that I can't really watch around anyone else. I get to watch love stories without feeling embarrassed.

Pretty Woman

Sabrina (both the black and white and the Harrison Ford)

My Big Fat Greek Wedding

A walk to remember

Moulin Rouge

Pride and Prejudice
 

For the first date
I am kind of against watching a sappy movie on a first date. Instead I suggest going towards something the guy is more likely to enjoy. Once again, comedy is a pretty safe choice.

Wedding Crashers

The Proposal

Addicted to Love

Mr. and Mrs. Smith

The Wedding Singer

For the longtime love
Here are just some tried and true love stories that don't fall into the pit of short lived popularity.
Last Chance Harvey
Notebook
Love Actually
When Harry Met Sally
Love in the Afternoon


Catch you all on the flip side.