25 Days of Romance - Day 16

Romantic Ideas for Men

Draw her a warm bubble bath. Wash her back (& everywhere else). Take your time. Then towel her dry and carry her off to bed. Find Romantic bath items here.

Give her a full body massage without expecting anything in return. You’re sure to get your reward the next night! We have a special Massage Kit to use.

Little things go a long way. Hold her hand, link her arm through yours while you’re walking together, place your palm on the small of her back when standing beside her. Those tender gestures won’t go unnoticed.

Brush her hair at night. This can be very sensual. Be sure to use a brush, not a comb. And don’t pull. Be gentle. If you encounter a tangle, hold the hair above the tangle, then work it out.

Tell her you love her. Seems obvious, but many men overlook this. Women like to hear it. Often. Make her an audio tape and secretly slip it into the player or on her ipod for her to find.

25 Days of Romance - Day 15

Romantic Ideas for Women

Do something different. Instead of a massage, graze your nails lightly down his bare back (if you have good nails). It will send shivers of pleasure through his body.

Let him pick one fantasy a month for you to fulfill. Make up a list for him to choose from (that way the fantasy will be something that you’re not opposed to). Then plan it out as an official “date.” Get some ideas for your list here.

Have some sexy (but tasteful) pictures taken and give them to him as a gift. It’ll be something unexpected and special–meant for his eyes only.

Personally write him an erotic story. He’ll see a new and exciting dimension to you after that.
Put on some sexy clothes, turn on the music, then slowly strip the clothes off layer by layer while he watches.

25 Days of Romance - Day 14

More Simple Romantic Ideas

11. Drive for an hour or two just to have a picnic or stop at a restaurant you've never been at.

12. Name a Star together. When you're apart you can look up at your star and know someone is out there waiting for your safe return.

13. Use glow in the dark stars and a black light to create a romantic night sky inside.

14. Create a spa atmosphere at home. Candles, essential oils and burners, mood music and massagers or other relaxation products can be purchased at almost any department store or bath shop. We also have them at Romance365.

15. Godiva, the fine chocolate maker, has developed wonderfully tasting chocolate liquor. Use wine glasses to serve it for dessert.

16. On a special night, dim the lights and put on soft music. Then, undress leaving a trail of your clothes from the front door to the bedroom; just before your love is about to arrive home.

17. Sit by the fire together roasting marshmallows.

18. While your love is taking a shower, sneak in and write, "I love you!" on the steamed mirror.

19. Make a puzzle of a love letter or brochure for a surprise getaway. Send a piece to your love everyday until it's complete. Or leave a piece on the table or dresser everyday.

20. Make a tape recording asking your love to meet you somewhere or tell them how much they are loved.

21. Next time you're walking anywhere, grab your love's hand or walk arm and arm.

22. Make a "Prescription for Love" on the computer. Fill it out using words like: take two doses of love and come see me now or take with kisses twice daily. Use an empty medication bottle without the label, inside you can fill with heart candies or erotic messages.

23. Plan a surprise anniversary party for your love.

24. Leave a Hershey's Kiss where it will be found with a note, "I'm thinking of kissing you."

25. Just call to say, "I love you," "I'm thinking of you" or "I miss you."

25 Days of Romance - Day 13

Simple Romantic Ideas - Part 1

1. Bury a time capsule together with trinkets and love letters to each other. Draw a map with an X marking the spot. Store the map in your safety deposit box or in another safe place. Dig it up in 10 or 20 years.

2. Create a music disk of love songs, fun songs or songs that remind you of each other.

3. Plant a post-it note or two in a book your love is reading. Write "I love you," I want you," or "XOXOXO."

4. Go to a photo booth at the mall together. Fool around while having your photo taken. Keep the photos in your car or at work for when you need a fun pick-me-up.

5. Plant a tree together and talk about how you will carve your names in it with a heart in 20 years.

6. Go to a coffee shop - just to sit together and talk. Or get coffee to go - go for a long scenic drive together.

7. Be naughty, play hooky together. Do whatever you want together. (Find some fun items here)

8. Send your love at letter at work. Disguise it in a business envelope. Make it happy for a pick me up, loving for romance and naughty if you're planning a date that evening.

9. Heart shaped notes - use one at a time or 20 at a time. Plant little messages throughout the house or garage to add a thrill.

10. Pick up some dipping chocolate and strawberries or cherries at your local grocery store. This makes an incredibly romantic dessert for two.

See Part Two tomorrow ...............

25 Days of Romance - Day 12

Give the Most Romantic Gift this Season!

Kama Sutra Sweet Heart Gift Box

Love Never Tasted So Sweet! Available in Chocolate or Strawberry. This heart-shaped gift box is bursting with flavored body treats especially formulated to sweeten intimate encounters. It's also a keepsake box for a future rendezvous!

Chocolate includes chocolate honey dust with feather applicator, chocolate Créme Brulee body souffle and dark chocolate body paint with body brush.

Strawberry includes: Includes: Strawberry Crème Brülèe Body Soufflé, White Chocolate Body Paint with a supple body paintbrush, Strawberry Dreams Honey Dust with feather applicator.

Make your kisses even sweeter this Holiday or Valentine's Day!

25 Days of Romance - Day 11

Make Your Guy More Romantic

Yes, you can encourage him to be a little more thoughtful. Here's how.

Of course, not all men are in tune with their romantic side. Fortunately, most men are highly trainable, and you can make your man more romantic -- if you proceed carefully. Don't ever pressure a guy into romance. That's a sure turnoff and the most unromantic thing you can do.

Here's what you can do:

Employ the golden rule. The best way to make your man romantic is by example -- but remember, you need to give him romance on his terms, not yours. Pamper him. Do what he wants once in a while -- be it drinking with the buddies, playing a computer game, or just watching TV. A spicy ending to any of these activities will make it all the more memorable. After that, show him you'd appreciate same kind of attention towards you, and eventually he'll put it together.

Take charge. Plan an entire night on the town and let your man sit back and enjoy the ride. Women don't know how difficult it is for a guy to always find creative and fun things to do, especially if you're going out with someone two or three times a week.. So it's romantic when the girl picks out a new restaurant and says, 'Tonight I picked out a new place for us to go, and I'm really excited to go there with you.'"

Turn romance into a game. We suggest that you alternate planning weekly date nights. If you appeal to their competitive nature, a lot of men would put more thought and effort into the evening, trying to outdo their mate.

Let your guy know how much you appreciate little things he does for you -- cooking dinner, walking around to the passenger-side of the car to let you in, buying your favorite candy bar when you feel blue. Show him how much you appreciate it. Bring it up in front of other women so he gets a few oohs! and ahhs!, After that, he'll soon be flooding you with romantic moments!

25 Days of Romance - Day 10

Tis The Season To Be Sexy

With the stress of the holiday season, often times we forget to take time out for ourselves or our personal relationships. Why not relieve some stress by un-wrapping your own personal present in the bedroom? Perhaps you want to be a sexy Mrs. Claus, or perhaps just be sexy in a long red gown and relax for the evening. The choice is yours! Find your Holiday Lingerie Now

Everyone is worried about being festive why not be festive in a place that is the most relaxing – your bedroom! There are many styles to choose from: Cupless Corsets, Chemise Sets, Babydolls, and MORE! Of course the Christmas Collection comes in different shades of red, maroon, white, etc. Shop online for sexy lingerie


You can certainly try this idea on for size – How about purchasing yourself a piece of lingerie from a Christmas Collection and when time allows around the holidays put this on and wish him a Merry Christmas? You can even put on a bow, and be his personal gift! Once again, get creative with your lingerie especially this stressful time of the year. Get it while its hot!

25 Days of Romance - Day 9

5 Tips for A Romantic Holiday Get Away

Whether your plan is to relax with massages and mai-tais, or you're hoping for an active adventure rafting and sightseeing... if you're going on a holiday vacation for the first time as a couple, you'll want to steer clear of stresses that can ruin your time together. Use these five helpful tips for romantic getaways.

Romantic Getaway Tip 1: Have a laugh
Odds are, at least one thing will go wrong during your time together -- ranging from lost luggage to a bad sunburn -- and at some point, you will have to be flexible if plans change. You'll get to know a lot about your guy (his temper, and his drinking habits) when you see how he reacts to these glitches. If you accidentally order the $300 bottle of wine thinking it was $30, it's reason to be annoyed -- but don't let it ruin the remainder of your trip. Save money the rest of the time by hosting romantic picnics in your hotel room.

Romantic Getaway Tip 2: Consider him a manly man
Being on vacation together for the first time should help you to see how your interests overlap. But a word to the wise: don't use your man as a replacement for your girlfriends. Even the best of guys have limits. Respect the fact that the same way watching him pick out power tools or video games bores you to tears, he may not love everything that's pink. So if you're looking for a vacation that is a mani-pedi extravaganza, take it with the girls, not your guy. Try to plan equal opportunity activities that you'll both end up enjoying.

Romantic Getaway Tip 3: Bring snacks
The old saying that the way to a man's heart is through food holds true where travel is concerned. It's also a method to make your guy way less cranky. When you're sightseeing, you never know when a half hour line or waiting for a table may push a few buttons. If you carry a few protein bars, some nuts or a piece of fruit in your purse, he'll not only love you for it, but it may help avert World War III with a restaurant hostess.

Romantic Getaway Tip 4: Factor in some "me time"
Okay, it's understood that you might just have to try on the swimsuit you passed by in a shop window -- hey, you're only human. This is what "me time" is for. While you shop for an hour, it will allow your guy some time to check scores, read the news, go for a run, whatever he wants to do…with the promise that you'll model any of the new items you purchase.

Romantic Getaway Tip 5: Sex it up
What fun is vacation with your guy if you can't get back to why you love one another in the first place? From flirty little gestures while you are sightseeing to taking one day out of your trip to do nothing but enjoy the view from your hotel room, vacationing one on one will no doubt bring you closer as a couple. Plan ahead - order a romantic gift basket to be sent to your holiday destination - or pack a little something you purchased ahead of time in your luggage for a surprise later! A few ideas you might consider, romantic massage kits, massage oils, toys, or whatever you like.

For many couples, this will be the first romantic trip of many. And we have heard , and instinctively know, that compromise and planning are key to any relationship. Most importantly, have fun!

25 Days of Romance - Day 8

Thanks to the crazy weather we have been without internet connection for two days. So you are going to get 3 posts today. Enjoy.



Planning A Romantic Evening


Women like romantic dates and unfortunately some men have no clue how to arrange one. If a guy knows his date would love to have a “perfect evening,” what does he to do accomplish it? A lot depends on the woman and what she likes.

The first thing a man needs to do when planning such a perfect evening is to consult her friends. Women tell each other everything, and chances are, she has talked to them about what she would love to do on a date. A smart man will see his girlfriend’s companions as his first and best source of information.

Find out if she likes flowers, and if so, what kind. Not every woman loves red roses. Some prefer yellow, some like daisies, some would rather have a gift basket. Whatever the form the bouquet needs to take, the man should arrange to have it made up in advance.

He also needs to think about dinner — her preferences, not his. This is not a time to be close cheap either. If she likes fine dining, get out the credit card. Not all women like this kind of atmosphere, but if she does, he should accommodate her, and should tell her they are going to a nice place where she will need to dress up, and he will will do the same. In any event, the dining should be something he knows she likes.

If the weather is pleasant, and he knows she likes that kind of thing, a moonlight picnic is also very romantic. He should bring a nice selection of goodies and a couple of quilts — one to sit on, one to snuggle under. The batteries in his CD player should be fresh and he should bring along some romantic music to play.

What the couple actually does on the date is determined by what they like to do. Do they enjoy plays, concerts or movies? One suggestion is for the man to clean up his place and rent some nice movies. If this is a true romantic date, you may want to have some romantic gifts ready for her.


Now we have assumed that the man will plan the date. If, however, the woman wants to plan something romantic, she has a lot of options, as well. She should be bound by the same rules as the guy, and should talk to his friends about his movie preferences and that kind of thing.


If the woman cooks, few things win their way to a man’s heart like a home-cooked meal. Call it old-fashioned, but there it is. The woman should cook something she is familiar with and has cooked before. This is not the time to try new recipes. New recipes tried under stress invariably fail. She should think of comfort food her guy likes. She should also do as much as she can in advance, so she has less to do the night of the date. She can do all the chopping, peeling and preparation ahead of time, so that all is left to do is the actual cooking. It does something to a man when he walks into a home that smells deliciously of good food cooking.

There is no one “template” for a perfect romantic evening. Much depends on the couple’s individual preferences. However, careful planning, with an eye toward pleasing the other half of the couple, will usually result in an evening filled with good memories.

25 Days of Romance - Day 7

Sexy Stocking Stuffer Gifts for the Holidays

Whether it's the perfect stocking stuffer for your new lover, an (appropriate) sexual themed gag gift for the office Secret Santa, or a small reminder that the holidays aren't just about family-rated fun, here is a line-up of new and old favorites to suit shopping budgets great and small.

Kama Sutra Strawberry Dreams Weekender Kit
These small-yet-potent indulgences from Kama Sutra are as flavorful and aromatic as a luscious berry, and they’re ripe for romance any time you desire. Tuck into a pocket, purse, or overnight bag.

The Get Away Kit

Introducing the ideal travel companion. This collection of Kama Sutra products fit nicely into your luggage and carry-on and are perfectly sized under 3.4 oz to meet the flight regulatory standards. You'll have everything you need tucked away within this soft, reusable carrier case, complete with a Kama Sutra logo zipper!


Romantic Massage Kit

Please & Pamper the one you love with the Romantic Massage Kit. Enclosed you will find tropical scented massage cream to arouse the senses and tealites to create a relaxing candl lit setting. Share the muscle soothing back massager and playfully explore the intimate and sensual massage techniques provided in the mini massage guide. Express your love through touch for an unforgettably romantic massage experience.

52 Weeks of Romance

52 Weeks of Romance. holds a year's supply of scratch & win cards with romantic I.O.U.'s, suggestions, coupons, roll plays, gestures & more...

Milk Chocolate Body Paint
Enjoy the sweet pleasure of a single chocolate body paint. For those who have been tempted by their creative side, indulge your artistic muse with this decadently rich body paint.

Flavored Body Dust

This Body Dust is a sweet, lick-able, body shimmer powder that leaves your skin glowing with a glittering, golden sheen that smells and tastes just like its sweet namesake. Simply apply to arms, legs, shoulders, and decollete. Place anywhere you want to be kissed! This is one of the best tasting ALL NATURAL body dusts around and can be used safely during oral sex or on any part of the body.

Pheromone Candles

Themed candles with Pheromones for sensual arousal. Hand-made special paraffin was blended with lead-free wicks.

Finger Fun Vibrator
This splashy waterproof vibe slides discreetly on one finger and is made of clear, pliable jelly rubber with a textured finish. We were excited to see such a well-designed new toy that's great for solo use and partner sex.

Women Black Satin Bustier corset Bra Top
A really sexy black satin bustier/corset bra style top, with gorgeous open criss cross detail running down both sides, and typical hook and eye corset style fastening at the back. Really accentuates the cleavage and curves.

Sex Toy of the Month Club

Send a new sex toy every month. Each monthly toy is sent with a customized message card (if requested) - all shipped directly to the recipient. Sign up today and let Romance 365 take care of the rest!

25 Days of Romance - Day 6

The UpSide to Being Single During the Holidays

OK, I know we are talking about 25 Days of Romance, but you can romance yourself as well. I want all the single guys and gals to realize that you can have a fun and romantic holiday, even if you are not with someone special.

No need to feel sad about being single during the holidays. In fact, you should be happy that you can do what you want, when you want!

Contrary to popular belief, couples and families do not have a copyright on holiday cheer.

What do you think are the biggest benefits of being happily single during the holidays? Besides getting to kiss anyone or everyone under the mistletoe, (a pretty big plus, anyone would have to admit) here are a few more singles-only holiday perks:

• No arguments in the car about who said something stupid to whom at the family party.
  
• Not having to wake up at some ungodly hour to open gifts and pretend I'm surprised or elated.


• Decorating the tree in green, pink and purple bows if I feel like it... or not at all.


• Not having to coordinate everything with a lazy husband who made us late everywhere we went, then just fell asleep on the couch wherever we were.


• I can go shopping and completely avoid Home Depot and the golf store. Plus, I can hit every store I want without hearing the whine, "Do we have to go in here?"
  
• Spending less money and anxiety on trying to find that "perfect gift." I can buy myself something instead.


• Because I'm single, I still get as many presents from my mom as I did when I was a kid. As soon as I have kids, I'll get an ugly sweater and slippers from her, and nothing else. I know, because I've seen it happen to my older sister!


• More time to spend with my family and friends, and less stress trying to juggle multiple families and expectations. I can spend however much I want, have dinner wherever I want and spend Christmas wherever I want, rather than spending time with people out of obligation.


• I don't have to watch the Christmas football games. Instead I can sit down with a glass of red wine and watch the "What Not to Wear" marathon all afternoon.


• I have more energy and time to put into doing good in the community. Last Christmas morning, I volunteered to serve food at a local restaurant that put on a huge spread for homeless people in town. It made me so grateful for everything that I have in life — which is a lot.


• I don't need a partner to have fun!! I can satisfy myself anytime I want with whatever makes me happy!! I can buy myself a romantic gift that I like!

All in all, being single during the holidays does not have to be a lonely or depressing experience. Enjoy being single this year!

25 Days of Romance - Day 5

Top 10 Romantic Gifts for the Holiday

And the survey says ...........

We have been asking the question "What romantic gift would you like to receive from your lover for Christmas?" to men and women all year long and we have the answer. This is what you said you wanted for Christmas in the romance department.

Women Said:

1. Something that makes me feel sexy in bed! I don't mean a skimpy piece of lingerie - I mean a mood - tease me - please me - do it slow - and spend time with me. We recommend the kama sutra bedside box or the sweet celebrations box. She will LOVE YOU for it!!
   
   
2. Roses are my favorite!! But the real ones are hard to find or expensive during the holidays. How about some red silk rose petals thrown about on the bed and the floor? Then perhaps you can feed me strawberries and chocolate in bed!! We know what happens next!!
   
   
3. Sometimes he just can't do it all by himself. You know what I mean - women achieve that orgasm long after he is done. She wants something to help you help her. We recommend this item for guaranteed joy on her part!
   
   
4. I want something romantic to open under the tree or in the privacy of our bedroom! A gift basket filled with romantic ideas and treats is just the thing to fulfill this wish. Find them all here.
   
   
5. A massage!! Plain and simple and use something nice - not that junk that sticks to your skin. Kama sutra massage oil is not sticky and it smells delicious. Find all kinds of kama sutra massage products here.

Men Said:

1. Well, I'm not really into the romance thing - but I'll do whatever makes you happy. Lets make it easy and get the BIG basket with everything in it. We can try it all!!
   
   
2. I am sensitive to your wants and needs. I know you want romance and want me to take care of you. Lets get away for the weekend. Kama Sutra has a nice weekend getaway kit that I can pack and surprise her with when we get there!
   
   
3. I like a good massage also. How about a massage kit that has everything in it?
   


4. He wants oral sex!! Make it tasty with this edible gift basket .....
   


5. I'm not into romance really, but I do like to play around. So again, whatever you want - I'll give you. The lets play basket is perfect for any occasion.

Men and women differ, but one thing is certain - we all enjoy a good session of fun anytime!!

25 Days of Romance - Day 4

It takes work to come up with a romantic way to spend an evening with your beloved. But no matter how much work it takes, the effort is necessary to keep the fire of your relationship alive. It certainly keeps the relationship interesting and exciting.

How can you spend a romantic evening with your partner? Here are ten ideas that can work towards the two of you having a great romantic evening.

1. Cook dinner together. Whipping up your favorite dishes together and then eating them by candlelight is the staple of all romantic evenings. Great times always involve great food. If the dinner gets burned, it should not be a problem. You can just order fast-food takeout and eat it with the candles alit, all the while laughing at the disaster in your kitchen.

2. Have a bath together. Fill your tub with warm water and mix in a few drops of relaxing aromatherapy oils. If you have flowers available, sprinkle a handful of silk rose petals on the water. Then, soak in and relax and have a pleasant evening talking with each other. You can also sip wine while bathing.

3. Read to each other. If you are both literary types, get the corniest romantic novel that you own and take turns reading passages to each other. It is always hard to read the corny parts aloud with a straight face. Most likely, the two of you will end up laughing over it.

4. Book an overnight stay at an expensive hotel. If you have the money to spend, go and splurge for an evening at a five-star hotel. Eat at a fancy restaurant, do a couples massage, and sleep in a soft bed with luxurious sheets. It may cost some, but it is worth it.

5. Spend the night at a seedy motel. Seedy motels sometimes evoke the sense of forbidden, illicit affairs. These affairs can be exciting, but what is good about this one is that you are committing it with someone you are actually dating with or married to. We have the perfect gift basket for this trip!!

6. Walk at the beach. If you live near the sea or a lake, go out and walk barefoot by the shore. Talk about nothing and everything as you stroll hand in hand on the sand. If the weather is warm enough, go for a night swim, but be careful about it. The beach can be romantic indeed.

7. Go out dancing. Go to a local disco, jazz hall or dance club and spend the evening dancing. There is nothing more romantic than being able to hold the one you love close to you.

8. Do something new. The beauty of romance is tied closely to adventure. For a romantic evening, do something that the two of you have never done before. Go to a restaurant in a section of town that you do not normally go to or engage in an activity that you have not done yet.

9. Watch the stars. If you have a balcony, a terrace or a patio, spend some time lounging out there and watching the stars. It would be better if you have a telescope around.

10. Do nothing. Sometimes, just hanging out and just going with the flow is the

best way to spend a romantic evening. Let everything be spontaneous and see where it gets you. -
Keep a romantic gift basket at hand for anytime you feel the mood arise!

25 Days of Romance - Day 3

Consider treating your lover to a special surprise. This year entice her with the warmth and relaxation of a luxurious and sensual bubble bath. Of course, this shouldn't be just any bubble bath. This should be a bubble bath with you. She will simply adore the intimacy and romance that is offered to her. Additionally, there are many things that you can do to make the event more special for her.

Creating the Mood

Creating the right environment for your bubble bath fun is going to be vital. While you are going to have to be in the bathroom that is not to say that you can not transform your bathroom into a magical place for her for just one night. Consider making use of the following items:



Candles (Place them along the tub, on the sink, and or in other safe areas around the room)
Roses/Flower Petals (Resting in vases around the room and or in the bath water with the bubbles)
Music (Choose her favorite romantic music for the evening)
Champagne Wine (Use your best crystal champagne flute to offer her a glass of bubbly)
High Quality Bubble Bath (The event is a bubble bath after all, so make sure you are using the best bubbles you can find in a scent that she loves)

This will create a wonderfully sexy environment for your bath time activity. For best results, have the room completely transformed into this small paradise when she walks in. The bath and everything should be prepared so when she walks in it is only a matter of slipping into the tub.

Beginning the Bath

Once the mood has been set it is time to bring your lover into the bathroom for her bath. If you want to make an impression, take a few minutes to kiss her and tell her your feelings of her. While doing this you can undress her and lead her into the bathroom for her relaxing soak in the tub. Get her initial reaction before saying anything. Lead her to the tub and help her to step into the tub before doing anything yourself. You might find that in the beginning you'd rather stay outside the tub so that you can wash her or that you'd rather let her enjoy the tub while you remain on dryer land.

Bath Time Enhancements

If you're looking to have some fun while your lover enjoys her bath you could easily add some enhancements that will be sure to please her. She will love the thoughtfulness of the gesture because she will not only enjoy the pleasure you give her with these enhancements, she will also be able to use them herself whenever the mood strikes her. You also might want to consider a nice piece of lingerie for when the bath time excitement is over. Something nice to slip into will make her feel sexy and will give you the enjoyment of having something to remove later.

Be creative, have fun, and most of all, make her feel special. Good Luck.

25 Days of Romance - Day 2

Communicate to find more romance.

Thats right - communication plays a very important part in creating or keeping romance alive. I'm sure we have all been there - we sit and look at our mate and have absolutely nothing to talk about! It's not that we don't love them - we just don't communicate anymore.

Think about how many times a day you converse with your mate? This might be via cell phone texting, e-mailing, the telephone itself or in face to face sharing with one another.

What is the usual energy behind your communicating? Does it tend to bored or “same old, same old”? If so, that dulled energy can begin to seep into your relationship leaving either or both of you wanting more.

It doesn't matter what you are talking with your partner about. What is perhaps most important is how you are communicating. When your energy and engagement with one another are filled with passion and excitement, you can connect in ways that bring you even closer together and keep your spark strong.

My advice - try playing a romantic game! Now I know it sounds silly - and you say - I'm too old for that No you are not! Romance can be achieved by getting to know your lover. Games help, and there are alot of them to choose from.

Stay tuned for more tomorrow ..........

25 Days of Romance

Today we are going to start a daily series. I believe you can achieve romance with the little things, so that is what we are going to concentrate on. Whether you are in a new relationship or an old one, you need romance! Guys, don't forget this. Us girls love the little things you do for us without asking, the tiny thoughtful gifts. And we love to be romanced.

So today, day one, we are going to talk about what you can do behind the scenes to get prepared for that romantic evening. It does not matter if you are man or woman, you can use the same idea. Start thinking about what your lover likes. Favorite colors, flavors, scents. Write them down.

Now comes the fun part. Start looking at scented lotions, flavored body dust, and other items that will create some fun. We have a great assortment on our website at Romance 365.

Don't worry, this is just a start. We are going to be talking about other things you can do and we will be recommending some products as the month progresses.

Happy Romancing!!

Fun & Interesting Ideas for Rose Petals

If there's one thing you must have in your romance kit, it's silk rose petals. They can be used over and over again and in many different ways to increase the romance in any intimate setting or during any romantic occasion.

Here are more romantic ideas for silk rose petals than you ever thought you'd want to know. Some are traditional and some are surprisingly fresh. But all are very romantic and sure to add passion to your romantic encounters.


• Spray silk rose petals with your favorite fragrance and put them in dresser drawers.

• Sprinkle silk rose petals in his tool box to seduce him.

• Put a few silk rose petals in a love letter, romantic birthday card, or anniversary card to create a cascade when it's opened.

• Toss silk rose petals on any table or counter top and add a few votive candles for romantic ambiance.

• Mix them with potpourri for a beautiful floral look.

• Hide red silk rose petals on the ceiling fan blades, your love will be showered with them when the fan is turned on.

• Make sure to grab your petals if you're going to be spending the night in a hotel.

• Scatter a path from the front door to the bedroom to lure your love just where you want.

• Put a few in the book or magazine your love is reading.

• Toss them on a picnic blanket for a romantic afternoon outdoors.

• Use the good china, light some candles and sprinkle a few petals on the table for a romantic dinner at home.

• Whether indoors or out, litter the area around the fire place with silk rose petals and roast marshmallows together.

• Strew them on the bed for an intimate evening together.

• Fill a wine bucket with beautiful rose petals and a bottle of wine.

• Spell a message with the petals such as, "I love You."

• Write a special message or sweet nothings on the petals, be as naughty or nice as you want.

• Slip a couple in his pant or coat pocket. Slip a few in her purse.

• Floating silk rose petals. Float them in a fountain.

• Lay them in an outline of a heart or fill it in with more petals to make a solid heart.

• Accent your love's desk with your lovely rose petals.

• Use the silk rose petals as filler for gifts and packages for your love.

• Make a path on the side walk with the petals.

• For a luxurious bath, float them in the tub, don't forget to sprinkle them around the top edge of the tub also.

• Strategically cover your intimate areas with silk rose petals while on the bed, invite your love to join you.
• Float them in the swimming pool, don't forget to scatter them around the pool as well.

• Sprinkle them on the bathroom counter or dresser top.

• After turning the jets off to the hot tub, float some rose petals there.

• Litter your love's car with the petals.

• Plant a few silk rose petals on the dresser with his change or in the cash section of his wallet.

• Send a special invitation for a romantic evening with a few rose petals inside.

• Add some to a bowl with floating candles.

• When planning a romantic getaway, surprise your love by decorating a small area with rose petals and brochures to your destination.

• Send your love an envelope full of rose petals with little messages wrote on the petals or a note saying, "I'm sending you all my love."

• Hide silk rose petals in your loves suitcase when taking a trip together.

• Put some in your pocket so you can toss on the table when eating out.

• Sprinkle them on the floor, turn the radio on and ask your love to dance.

• Use silk rose petals to lead the way on a romantic treasure hunt.

• Put them in a bottle with a passionate message, cork it and float it in the tub, sink or pool.

• Hide them under things your love is sure to move, like under a bath towel or dinner plate. When it's picked up your love will be pleasantly surprised.

• Sprinkle them in your love's lunchbox for a midday surprise.

• Fill your love's shoes with beautifully scented silk rose petals.

• Put "Romeo's Playbook: A Man's Guide for Enhancing His Relationship and Sex Life," and some new lingerie in a box, then fill with rose petals, and give it to him. Be sure to model the lingerie for him that evening.

• If you're going to be on bended knee to propose, just before you go down, pull rose petals from your pocket and sprinkle them on the spot.

• Throw them up in the air like confetti and profess your love.

• Decorate a paper bag and fasten it up like a piñata so when you gently pull the string a flap opens. Fill with silk rose petals. While standing under it, kiss your love and pull the sting. Love will shower down on you.

• Make them into love coupons, write things such as "massage feet," or "breakfast in bed," on the petals, place them into a bag and take turns pulling and redeeming the petals.

• Sprinkle silk rose petals around the lawn chairs or hammock when spending a lazy day together.

No matter which ideas you decide to use, you are sure to make a wonderful impression with rose petals.

For more love tips and romantic ideas, see our other romantic advice pages written by our very own romance expert.

Valentine Breakfast in Bed

So you've just woken up with your sweetheart beside you and you're feeling great. But don't get complacent: you've probably got lethal morning breath and your sweetie is about to start regretting that little slumber party. You'll want to quash any second thoughts right away. What's the best way to do that? Bust out the a.m. culinary skills, baby! Nothing impresses a date like a wonderful touch in the kitchen. If you've gotten your special someone to spend the night, then we know you'll have given some thought to the morning after - so don't screw things up now by throwing a donut at your honey and telling him/her, "Sure, I'll call."

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The prospect of cooking up some goodies in the kitchen can trigger a little panic, but let us reassure you: you can keep this as simple as you like or you can bring out the big guns. It's up to you. Adjust your efforts in relation to your need to impress. For all of the following suggestions, you're going to need to slip out of bed first to go and round up the goodies (don't forget to dress yourself, though!). Just tell your honey to keep sleeping and that you'll be back in a second. Of course, to make this work most smoothly, you should get your act together in advance. Start by Ordering a romantic Gift Basket in Advance. That means you're either going to have to evaluate with complete honesty your ability to bed this person, or you're just going to have to be prepared to eat alone, albeit very well, the next morning.

In addition to stockpiling ingredients in advance, you're going to need a certain amount of hardware to pull this off convincingly. That includes pots and pans, of course, but aside from the cookware, you'll need a stylish tray to transport the meal to your lovers mouth. No matter how delectable your food may be, carrying it into the bedroom on an old pizza box just ain't going to cut it so be sure to acquire a decent tray. Ideally, you'll be able to find one with legs that fold down to create a little table over the diner's lap.

On that tray, you really need only one extra: a bud vase and/or a beautiful gift basket - we recommend a rose. Again, buy the rose and the basket in advance unless you happen to have some lying about in your kitchen, then store it in your fridge with the stem in water. The cold will prevent the rose from opening up, and the aesthetic of a tight bud is much preferred by those in the know.

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So, with the decorations arranged, you will of course still need some basic eating utensils: cutlery and plates. You're not hosting English royalty here, so don't obsess about this - just make sure they are clean. Remnants of your last breakfast snuggle may not impress your love. For your drinks, let's try to find some champagne flutes. The only other thing you'll need is a napkin, to minimize the inevitable spills that result from eating in bed. . . and from the cavorting about you may do afterwards. Try to make the napkin a cloth one; in a pinch, a piece of paper towel will have to do but wood pulp products are just inherently tacky.

You may not always be able to fool your date into snoozing for the entire time that it will take you to concoct your ambrosia, so you may need to bring him or her appeasements while you finish preparing the main course. We suggest a few delicious snacks to hold him/her over while you work on the grand prix. Of course, if your "guest" has behaved him/herself during your preparation, you can simply bring in these snacks together with the main breakfast dish when it's ready. Each of our recommendations is fairly light, and you should avoid foisting a huge dose of anything on your amour this early in the morning. Bloated does not equal frisky.

Nutella
The Euros have really struck gold with this stuff. Nutella is a creamy chocolate spread flavored with hazelnuts. If you think it looks alarmingly like vegemite or you've just never heard of it, relax and trust us - the stuff is absolutely delicious and you cannot go wrong with it. Chocolate is the number one food for love, so you'll want to introduce some into the meal as soon as possible. We recommend buying some French or Italian loaves, preferably ones that are fresh and can be torn apart. Simply tear off a small clump of bread and spread a generous dollop of Nutella on it. That's it.

So how do you prepare this for your date? Tear off enough two-inch-squared pieces of bread to cover a regular dinner plate. Then spread a liberal dose of the Nutella over each one. If your target is hankering for some food immediately, just escort these goods into the boudoir while you're working on the rest of the meal. Otherwise, toss this plate on to your tray and hold it all for one grand presentation. Nutella is one of those curious things that is truly amazing but hasn't yet exploded across America. Why don't you be the first to introduce your amour to it? You're sure to create a fond memory.

Strawberries & Cream
How can you go wrong with these? Everybody living outside of a plastic bubble loves strawberries and cream, and you can't find many more snacks that are so simple to prepare. Let's start with the fruit. Like the rest of your ingredients, you should buy them the day before, then throw them in the fridge. For the purpose of feeding each other strawberries, you should keep them intact rather than slicing them up. That doesn't mean that you do not have to prepare them, however. In fact, although this is an easy snack to whip up, preparing strawberries does involve a few minutes of work. Either the night before or immediately before serving, rinse the strawberries to remove any possible nasties from them. Now take a knife and decapitate the little tuft of green vegetation at the top of each strawberry. It's not edible, trust us. Once the fruit is rinsed and shorn, it's ready.

Next, the cream. You can take one of two routes: either bust out the can of Readiwhip and just squirt away or make some decent stuff. The decent stuff is known formally as chantilly cream. Here's what you'll need to make it:

1 cup of whipping cream
3 tablespoons of powdered sugar
½ teaspoon of vanilla extract

In a bowl, whip the chilled cream until it stiffens up from a liquid into little peaks. Next, add the vanilla and powdered sugar slowly while you continue beating the cream. Voila!

You can serve this mix in a simple bowl, though it looks best in glass-stemmed dishes. Just fill the bowl with strawberries and top it off with sinful amounts of the cream. The idea here is for you to transport berries to target's mouth with your own fingers.

Pastries
Okay, this is the one for when you just don't have any time. You're going to need to hit a bakery to grab a few goodies, but freshness is key with baked goods, so if you take this tack, try to pull it off as soon as possible before the meal. Here's what to ask for: pain au chocolate (known roughly in this country as chocolate croissants). Again, notice the chocolate theme. These goodies are a staple morning snack in Frenchish-speaking regions of the world - Quebec, Switzerland, France but despite that, they really are delicious. Keep it simple: buy two or three and just arrange them on a plate. If you like, you can sprinkle a little flour around your face and clothes to make it look like you slaved away at baking. Done!

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French ToastScrambled Eggs
Enough stalling, let's get to the real prize. Remember: breakfast is not dinner, so you don't need four courses or anything like that. Aside from the aforementioned snacks, which are not critical, all you need is one decent plate of food. Hell, showing up with a banana in your hand will probably be more than your date expects. But let's not be rude. We're going to offer you two basic choices here - one is sweet (French toast) and the other is savory (scrambled eggs).

French Toast
This dish is a classic for anyone who likes to kick off the day with a slightly sweeter flavor. And the best thing about this one is that the finished product looks quite complex even though it is really basic to cook.
Ingredients
1 baguette (fancy bread)
6 eggs
4 tablespoons of maple syrup
1 tablespoon of butter (and a few extra slices to put on top when you're done)
1 handful of corn flakes
some powdered sugar, if that floats your boat

That's it! Some people fancy it up with other bits and pieces, but we'll keep it simple.
Slice the baguette into thin little ovals of bread, to a thickness of about a quarter of an inch. It's important not to use slices of bread that are too thick, otherwise you won't cook the interior which will lead to a soggy egg center - foul.

Crack the eggs into a bowl and mix them vigorously with a fork.
Into the eggs, add four tablespoons of maple syrup and keep mixing; this will sweeten the overall flavor of the dish, but not too much. When you serve it, you can, of course, add more syrup to your liking.

Take a small handful of corn flakes and crumble them up into small pieces and drop them into the egg-syrup mix. Weird, right? But trust us, the corn flakes give the finished product a great crispy texture that is a great solution to the problem of soggy toast.Now that the eggs are ready and you have your bread sliced, it's time to combine them.

Simply drop the pieces of bread into the egg mix, and leave them to soak up the eggs for five minutes or so. You want the egg mixture to permeate the bread entirely.
As the bread is soaking, melt a tablespoon of butter into a frying pan.

When the butter has melted, drop pieces of soaked bread into the pan.
Now all you need to do is heat the bread through to a dark golden brown on both sides. Be sure you leave the bread in the pan for a while, even if you darken it quickly because you want to make sure that the egg mixture on the inside of the bread is also cooked. Trust us, nothing is grosser than biting into a soggy egg mix. This is why we recommend slicing the bread a little thinner.

Once the slices of bread are ready, remove them from the pan and place them on a paper towel to blot up any excess butter.

While they're still warm, transfer them to a plate, and put a few dollops of butter on the slices.
You're ready to serve! We like to sprinkle a little powdered sugar and some syrup on the toast, but since people feel differently about those things, we suggest you ask your dining companion first.

Scrambled Eggs
Scrambled eggs involve many of the same ingredients as French toast, but the tenor of the dish is much more savory. So ditch the sugar and syrup. Here's what you'll need:
Ingredients
6 eggs
a few pinches of salt
a few pinches of pepper
½ cup of milk
butter
a few drops of Tabasco sauce
bread
5 sun-dried tomatoes (optional)
½ cup of feta cheese (optional)

So here we go with our home-style cookin', just like Mama used to make:
Begin by cracking the eggs into a bowl and beating them with a fork or a whisk.
Next, add a few pinches of salt and pepper and a few drops of Tabasco, mixing all the while. Now, there are different schools of thought on the milk thing. Some people like to add a few splashes of milk (half a cup) to reduce the eggy taste of the dish, but we think that milk can sometimes make the dish a little watery. We highly recommend that you experiment with this dish; do not try this out for the very first time on your plaything.That brings us to the sun-dried tomatoes and feta cheese issue. We love these ingredients and they will definitely make your dish distinctive and memorable. But some people aren't so keen on their strong flavors. So if you're scrapin' up the scrambled eggs unannounced for your sweetheart, you may not want to take this risk. Perhaps you can cook conservatively the first time and save the fireworks for the next time around. If you do decide to get crazy, you should crumble half a cup of feta into the egg mix together with five diced sun-dried tomatoes.

Once the eggs and companion ingredients have been thoroughly whisked, you should begin heating the pan.

Drop a tablespoon of butter into a pan.
When the butter is melted, pour the egg mixture into the pan. We strongly recommend that you keep the pan on a low flame because scrambled eggs are notorious for sticking to the pan.
As the eggs heat through, you'll see some fascinating exothermic reactions at work: the eggs cook in layers that you should occasionally scrape from the bottom of the pan, to allow uncooked mixture access to the heat. But be gentle and you'll be very grateful if you use a non-stick pan. Again, this takes a bit of a deft touch, so you may want to practice in advance.The eggs will be done when they have solidified up into nuggets of cooked clumps. Some people like their eggs a little runnier and others are into a drier version - the conservative way to go is to keep it dry. So keep cooking until there's no liquid egg left and your nuggets are golden brown.
Serve the eggs on top of buttered slices of bread and sprinkle with a little more salt and pepper. You're done!

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With all this food about, you're going to need something to quench your thirst. As we hinted earlier, we think that mimosas are the best romantic breakfast drinks. The fact that they are alcoholic is an added benefit that will, hopefully, work to prolong the romance of your date. Mimosas are very simple to make:

Ingredients
champagne
orange juice

Pre-meal preparation: you should chill both ingredients, but remember that it's just not good form to toss ice cubes into this mix.

Fill a champagne flute half-way with orange juice and top it off with champagne for a fifty-fifty mix.
That's it!

So you have your snacks (Nutella, strawberries, or pastries), your main dish (French toast or scrambled eggs), and libations (the mimosas) all arranged on a lovely tray with a heartwarming rose. Show up in the bedroom with this package and we guarantee you tremendous success. . . in whatever it is you're trying to do. Just don't take two hours to pull it off.

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Have a Romantic Christmas with your Partner

Romance during the holidays

Holiday season is, of course, about connecting with your friends and family, and spoiling the kids with gifts, but do not forget that special man or woman in your life. This article provides tips on how to have a romantic holiday season with your partner.

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In Japan, for reasons difficult to understand, Christmas eve is a romantic holiday, such as Valentine is for us. Maybe the Japanese thought that when we refer to Christmas as a time of love it meant romance. Well let’s borrow something from the Japanese and make Christmas also as a romantic holiday besides everything else.

For couples with kids, Christmas is about the kids and often they forget to do something special for themselves. For couples without kids, the holiday becomes a time of friendship and family, which, of course, is great.

In addition to all of that, we can also have some special time as a couple.

Making Christmas special

There are many ways to celebrate romance, and we all like romance even when it is difficult to imagine amidst the many problems and challenges of life. Christmas is more than decorations and gifts, and no doubt, it a matter of unleashing the forgotten inner child. It is a time to feel, remember, and celebrate. Consequently more than anything else, it is the mindset of celebration that counts.

The most important thing is to move away from the routine and put our minds in the celebration mode.

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Now that our minds are set for celebration, let your imagination run free and think what can you do with your loved one to have a special time only for the two of you. There are many activities that couples can do depending on their preferences and let us review a few ideas:

Be a child again. Would you and you loved one like to go skating? And then have a romantic dinner?

Would you like to have a special night in a hotel even if it is in your own city?

What about a romantic dinner at home or in a hotel room with champagne, chocolate, and caviar? It is not as expensive as it sounds and certainly it is grandiose. Many hotels offer packages for couples and those are generally a bargain.

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What about dancing and going on a "date"? Or just admire the stars in a dark place while enjoying a cup of hot, high quality chocolate. You don't have to be single to go on a date. There is nothing better than dating your partner.

Wherever you go, dress your best. Do your hair, feel beautiful and use great lingerie. Remember you are celebrating; celebrating Christmas and celebrating your love for each other. Romantic gifts

The most beautiful gift that I got from my husband was a very simple, but a very special one. It was a simple inexpensive gift basket filled with lotions and oils that we both used that evening. There have been a lot of more expensive gift after that one, but few as special. Romantic gifts come from the time and interest you put into them; not from the amount of money you spend.

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