Romantic Ideas for Valentine's Day

Enjoy Breakfast in Bed

When is the last time the two of you relaxed in bed together without a care in the world? Probably not that recently, especially if you've got kids. So why not make a picnic especially for the bedroom, complete with sparkler candles, serving tray, romantic music and a carefully selected bottle of wine.

Make Candy

Sure, you could buy some chocolate gifts for your sweetheart, but making candy is so much more personal and romantic. How about some red hot marshmallows or or a huge chocolate kiss? Or maybe fried ice cream, hearts filled with love or some spicy aztec truffles might be better suited for a romantic Valentine's Day idea.

Give a Massage

You don`t really need much for a great massage, other than great intentions and either some oil or a massage bar (I recommend this chocolate massage bar - Buy Direct). A nice bath for the two of you to relax the muscles might be a lovely treat to share beforehand (perhaps in champagne?), with towels previously warmed in the dryer to boot. Just make sure to use spare sheets if you plan on doing a full body massage, since the oils you`ll use to glide over his or her skin can stain quite easily.

Watch Romantic Movies

Whip up a batch of candy popcorn balls (in red of course, and preferably in heart shapes rather than round balls). Sit down with a couple of special drinks - perhaps alcoholic Love Potion #9 or mocktail Berry Sweetheart. Then let the good times flow, in the form of a romantic comedy or drama. Casablanca anyone?

Send Romantic Text Messages

For those who can't be with their sweethearts on Valentine's day, sending a series of romantic text messages may perform magic - or at least will show your partner how much you care. Create your own, adapt a famous love poem, or use one of these personal favorites:

• "The most eloquent silence; that of two mouths meeting in a kiss." - Unknown
• "I love you, not for what you are, but for what I am when I am with you." - Roy Croft
• "Other men said they have seen angels, but I have seen thee and thou art enough." - G. Moore
• "The meeting of two personalities is like the contact of two chemical substances: if there is any reaction, both are transformed." - Carl Jung

Eat an Aphrodisiac

Everyone knows about oysters and chocolate, but what about asparagus, figs, or honey - all are known aphrodisiacs and could very well put the both of you in a lovely mood for more snuggle time. Even some forms of tea are considered aphrodisiacs, which would be lovely with some heart-shaped sugar cubes (Buy Direct) and a mug for sharing.