Ready for the V-day love

So, it's the countdown to Valentine's Day! Some either LOVE it while others hate it. Whichever way you're feeling I say celebrate it! Whether you’re in a relationship or not grab your sunglasses, put on your shoes and head out the door! If you have a significant other do something with a little more oomph of romance! If not that’s okay too, share your fabulous dazzling-self with friends, siblings, your mom or take it as a day off! Enjoy and treat yourself, you’re totally worth it!! No matter what your status may be I've listed some fun things to do to make your February 14 entirely pleasurable!!!

For Couples:

• Since Valentines Day falls on a Friday, why not make a weekend of it? Plan a romantic getaway, a small trip a car drive filled with you two singing all classic love songs (can I suggest, 'Can't Get Enough of your Love Babe' by Barry White.) Experience a new place together, create new memories and fall in love all over again. 
• Cook a romantic dinner! That's a classic favorite of mine!! I mostly do the cooking so when I'm being catered to in the kitchen it's a sweet treat, it doesn't matter how 'good' of a cook you are; thought and presentation is key!! Don't try anything fancy if you have a hard time in the kitchen, (can I suggest spaghetti and meatballs?) remember it's the thought that speaks volume! As the night settles in after a great meal and some wine has been devoured just imagine what's next! ;) 
• A day of Pure Romance: sometimes we all get so caught up in our busy lives that we forget to take a minute out to appreciate, admire and take a moment to truly show affection. Wake up with your sweet darling by your side, look at them (don't stare in a way that might scare them first thing in the morning) caress their face and place gentle kisses on them. IF they wake up greet them with 'why you love them' or 'what made you fall in love with them' IF they don't wake up quietly make them breakfast with a rose aside or something just as sweet and unexpected. After cuddle up in a fuzzy blanket and allow the heat between you two arise. 
• Make an exotic lunch together, both partaking in the responsibility. Take a stroll in the neighborhood, park, beach, somewhere where more memories can be created together. Hold hands, kiss her forehead, embrace him tight, whisper sweet nothings, have your breath brush against the nape of her neck, stare deep in eyes and kiss his nose. Show appreciation, its the kindest most sweetest gesture, when you love someone you do all sorts of things from the heart and sometimes we forget to genuinely show our love in return. 
• Reenact your first date if it's possible go to the same place, reminisce the early days of your relationship, capture the magic that made you two fall in love. 

For Friends:

• Craft time!! Go to a painters workshop and BYOB! They have some in the city (if not create an event at your place) paint a canvas, or even a little piggy bank. Tons of fun and definitely entertaining! 
• Chow down at a favorite restaurant, think about it you can eat as much as you like without having to be worried if your ruined your lipstick or if it's on your teeth. 
• Go to karaoke and enjoy some cocktails and perhaps even find a new favorite on the menu. 
• One of my favorite things to do is exchange a DIY gift, have a few bottles of  red and white, a stack of romantic-comedy, a delicious meal prepared at home along with sweet treats homemade of course! 

For Mommy Dearest:

• Book a mani and pedi! Just spending the day together is quite special, there's nothing like hanging out with mommy dearest.
• My mom and I are MAJOR sweet-addicts so we enjoy taking a stroll around the city, having a cup of coffee finding hidden gems of mouth-watering bakeries that have the most delectable pastries!
• Shows! There's nothing like a good Broadway show and a great meal to follow.
• SHOPPING!!! My mother is my most favorite person to shop with! 

Self-Date:

• If all else fails and you're all alone that's more than okay too! Take a day-off and relax, treat yourself, this is YOUR day. Indulge, dine, unwind...
• Book a one hour full body massage 
• Treat yourself to facial at the spa 
• See your stylist and get a cute 'do
• Get lost in a inspiring novel, while you do all the above! 

February 14th Valentines Day or not, we should all express love. It doesn't matter what kind of relationship you're in just show gratitude of appreciation, spread positive attitude and remember as cliche as it is, 'love' conquers all. When it's true and genuine hold on to it because when 'one' loves you fully it's something much more magical than you imagine. Happy Valentines Day and go live life, laugh until your stomach hurts and fall in love like you've never been hurt!!

I'll try my best to post some yummy dishes and treats very soon before the V-day! Sending you all so much love!

xo,

Em