Valentine Gift Ideas January 12, 2009

Be My Valentine

William Shakespeare has described love in the most beautiful manner by saying “As sweet and musical as bright Apollo’s  flute, strung with his hair; and when Love speaks, the voice of all the gods, makes heaven drowsy with the harmony.” Love is the name of giving and not snatching. The essence of love and romance lies in life long commitment to your loved one that you’ll always stand by your darling’s side.

Valentine’s Day will be special and memorable if you do  fun things to make it that way. Use these thoughtful and romantic ideas to create a special Valentine’s Day for you and your sweetheart.

• Say “I Love You” All Around the House
  With simple little touches you can bring a “Happy Valentine’s Day” to every special person in your life. Ribbons, bows, and hearts are easy to put around the house. I believe if you want to make your valentine feel special then a great idea for you is to place a small love note with three magical words written on it ‘I Love You’ and place it besides her bed and see the miraculous effects.
• Take a day’s leave from office and plan the day with your loved one.
• Prepare some nice valentines cookie recipe in the shape of heart and I’m sure your partner will love it.
• Romantic long drive and a candle light dinner is a fabulous idea.
• Do not forget to present her a bouquet of red roses because to express love what better way than flowers.
• Instead of buying a card, this valentine’s day do something different. Prepare a nice colorful card and do not forget to write love quotes.
• This is the day when words are not enough. Some action is also required to make the day different. Well I hope you must have got an idea that I’m talking about giving your spouse a nice tight hug.
• Decorate the house for the special occasion. Implement smart tricks for creating the mood for romance. Dim lights, light music, romantic songs and most importantly attire a nice costume specially meant for Valentine’s Day. Adorn yourself with jewelry and other fashion accessories.
• Propose your partner and tell her/him how special and important he/she is for you and that it is difficult to imagine your life without them.
• Hold each others hands and go for a short walk.
• Appreciate each other and read out romantic poems for your lover.

Finding the right Valentine’s Day gift is probably the most difficult shopping experience in any man’s life.  It isn’t like buying a birthday gift — choosing a gift for this special occasion won’t just show your affection toward her, but your degree of commitment as well.

The nature of the Valentine’s Day gift can reflect how much you care, or don’t care, about her. The meaning of your gift also varies according to the seriousness and the type of relationship you’re in.

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Dry, Itchy Skin Can Flare in Winter’s Weather January 12, 2009

Happy New Year!

As winter comes in  full force, the wind, low humidity, and cold temperature can cause dry skin. Here are a few tips to help you fight back.

*Dry Skin; When your skin is dry, it is not because it lacks grease and oil, but because it doesn’t retain water. Wind, low humidity, cold temperatures, soaps, some skincare products, and excessive washing without using moisturizers can cause dry skin.

*Emotions and Stress can bring on itching and scratching. Anger, frustration, and embarrassment, can cause flushing and itching.

Soak and Seal: Steps for a Good Daily Skin Care

Weatherize Your Skin with a Great Moisturizer!

The most important treatment for dry skin is to put water back into your skin. The best way to get water back into your skin is to soak in a bath. Gently pat dry and immediately apply a thick layer of moisturizer to seal the water in your skin. Use these key tips:

*Use warm water, not hot for at least 15 to 20 minutes. Avoid scrubbing your skin.

*Use a gentle cleansing bar or wash.  During severe flare ups, you might want to limit the use of cleansers.

*Apply the moisturizer or the special skin medications prescibed for you onto your damp skin. This will seal in the water and make your skin less dry and itchy. Moisturizer creams and ointments are more beneficial than lotions and should not be applied over medications.