The Perfect Valentines Gift

I spotted an excellent article on Valentines ideas by Roger Heywood on AboutMyArea.co.uk. He shares tips - I've summarised - on Valentines Day:

Prepare now
Pay attention
Don't make assumptions
Be imaginative
Be romantic
Keep it simple
Scrub up
Involve the children
...and
Have a plan B

You can read the full article at http://www.aboutmyarea.co.uk/Tyne-And-Wear/Sunderland/SR2/News/Reviews-a... .

What is so appealing to women about roses? Or any flowers for that matter?

There's something so feminine about a rose. The way that it's shaped, the delicate and sinuous curves are a reminder of the feminine form. It's soft and silky texture a reminder of the softness of her skin and the tenderness of her heart.

The many colours of roses remind us of the huge variety of qualities a lady has that are particular to her as a woman. The closed petals seem to serve as a symbol of how much more there is to her than meets the eye, a veritable treasure chest of joy for the explorer of her heart.

But beware those pesky thorns! If you mishandle your lady, you may pay the price.

It's all about roses this Valentines Day. A rose, like a picture, is worth a thousand words. Spoil your love with Valentines roses this year. You won't regret it.

Now I don't generally suggest electronic goods as great Valentine gift ideas, but we recently came across a wonderful gift idea that can also be given as a pair (one for each partner). Fresh from Amazon themselves, the Kindle: Amazon's New Wireless Reading Device.

Unusual, yes, but I think the idea of loading up a few romantic novels on the Kindle before giving it to your beloved bookworm is simply delightful!

BEACH Romance - sand, sea and relaxation!

White beaches; cool, clear water and an island adventure at you fingertips; what better way to get away from it all, unwind and spend some much-deserved time indulging in a little light island romance with your sweetheart?

Imagine escaping on a heavenly and romantic cruise to an exotic destination that will make this year's Valentine's Celebrations the best you've ever had and the one to measure all future plans against!

Whether it's the Caribbean or Hawaii, you are sure to find a package to suit you through Cruise Direct at prices that are affordable, turning your dream vacation into a reality.

With so many choices, you will be able to spoil the love of your life with a walk down a powder white beach, sipping cool cocktails at sunset on any one of the most beautiful stretches of sand you have ever seen.

I have been all over the world, and sampled all kinds of chocolate. I have tasted some incredibly delicious chocolates, but I have never, ever seen anything like these!

Just take a look at these mouth-watering examples of the hand-crafted bonbonerie that zChocolat produces (and you ABSOLUTELY HAVE to check out the Gift Baskets )...