If you're hoping that a bouquet of flowers or a heart-shaped box of chocolates might give your relationship a boost this Valentine's Day, you might be disappointed.More >>
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On Valentine's Day, single men are far more likely than married guys to splurge on a loved one, a marketing expert from Harvard Business School says.More >>
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Throwing a Valentine's Day party for your children and their friends is an easy way to have fun and celebrate a day of sweetness and friendship.More >>
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A father and son are dead after a motorcycle crash in Colona, Ill., on Friday afternoon, June 14, 2013.Officers say it happened around 2:00 p.m., at the intersection of US 6 and Illinois 84, when a BuickMore >>
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Charges against a Missouri man accused of pretending to be a priest have been dropped. Police say he took advantage of an elderly Galesburg woman. In March of 2012, 58-year-old Ryan Scott was chargedMore >>
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Friday, June 14 2013 5:16 PM EDT2013-06-14 21:16:28 GMT
The Ashford University Campus in Clinton was quiet Friday. Most of the faculty and student body are on summer break. But the campus may become quieter still as the school's parent company, BridgepointMore >>
The Ashford University Campus in Clinton was quiet Friday. Most of the faculty and student body are on summer break. But the campus may become quieter still as the school's parent company, BridgepointMore >>
Monday, June 17 2013 12:21 PM EDT2013-06-17 16:21:00 GMT
Monday, June 17, 2013 is a big day for Sophie and Babe. A man who surveyed the zoo last year is meeting with the Rock Island County Board (who controls the zoo) to discuss what he thinks should happenMore >>
Monday, June 17, 2013 is a big day for Sophie and Babe. A man who surveyed the zoo last year is meeting with the Rock Island County Board (who controls the zoo) to discuss what he thinks should happenMore >>
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The Davenport Fire Department responded to an eight-unit apartment fire on Hillendale Road, Sunday morning, June 16, 2013.Officials say they found a couch on fire in a lower level unit.They were able toMore >>
The Davenport Fire Department responded to an eight-unit apartment fire on Hillendale Road, Sunday morning, June 16, 2013.Officials say they found a couch on fire in a lower level unit.They were able toMore >>
British police are looking into an incident in which celebrity chef Nigella Lawson was repeatedly choked during an argument with her husband, Charles Saatchi, over dinner at a restaurant.More >>
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The Oxford English Dictionary (OED), which considers itself the definitive record of acceptable English words, has just formalized its status as a legitimate noun and verb in relation to social media site Twitter.More >>
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Being picked on by your brother or sister may seem like a normal part of growing up, but for some kids the bullying may be a source of depression and anxiety, a new study suggests.More >>
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Sandra Bullock is in early talks to join the Annie remake, according to The Wrap.More >>
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Provided by: Hallmark Cards PLC
Choosing the proper gift, card or sentiment during Valentine's Day is a challenge regardless of how long you've been one-half of a "couple." Marketers try to sell a concept and friends give (un)wanted advice while you rack your brain trying to figure out what to do.
But all is not lost.
Kendra Keller knows a thing or two about romance as she is the Head of Romance at Hallmark Cards in the UK. Keller reveals some romance tips which will take you to the top of the class come Valentine's Day:
Gifts:
A Valentine's card, whether it's cute, classy, traditional or tacky, is considered the most important item to receive on Valentine's Day - don't neglect such a simple touch! Upload photographs through an online service to make it extra special.
A home-made gift shows thought, consideration and creativity- think along the lines of home-made muffins, a personalized photo frame (so they can frame your thoughtful personalized Valentine's card of course!) or a delicious three course dinner for extra brownie points.
Messages:
What you write in your personalized Valentine's day card says way more about your relationship than what you buy.
Personalized messages and private jokes show openness and the ability to be honest about your feelings, but remember to keep it clean as other people may well end up reading it!
If you want to write a poem, avoid channeling your inner cheese and remember it doesn't have to rhyme to be romantic – so just give it a go.
Dates:
Dream dates are all about personal touches and don't just have to be about wining and dining, and splashing the cash!
Personal grooming should be a given- but a bit of effort (a nice new shirt/haircut/new underwear) will not go unnoticed and get you extra brownie points, boys and girls!
A home-cooked meal, foot massage, bubble bath or even agreeing to watch football/ Desperate Housewives are all activities that are easily achievable and just as effective as candy hearts and roses.
Why not create a personalized invitation for your date to make it really different?
Sad to say, there isn't a correct answer or cheat sheet for this major test. However, if you give yourself a little time before the big day and reflect, you'll definitely make this year's Valentine's Day one of the best.
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