Valentine’s Day or Men’s Conference?

What to do after all is said and done!

Valentine’s Day, also called St. Valentine’s Day, holiday (February 14) when lovers express their affection with greetings and gifts. Today, many lovers will exchange pleasantries, take each other for dinner, enjoy a late night movie and some flowers in the air. Men will also plan for a whole day imaginary affair christened “Men’s conference”.

Origin of Valentine’s Day

Given their similarities, it has been suggested that the holiday has origins in the Roman festival of Lupercalia, held in mid-February. The festival, which celebrated the coming of spring, included fertility rites and the pairing off of women with men by lottery. At the end of the 5th century, Pope Gelasius I forbid the celebration of Lupercalia and is sometimes attributed with replacing it with St. Valentine’s Day, but the true origin of the holiday is vague at best. Valentine’s Day did not come to be celebrated as a day of romance until about the 14th century.

Although there were several Christian martyrs named Valentine, the day may have taken its name from a priest who was martyred about 270 CE by the emperor Claudius II Gothicus. According to legend, the priest signed a letter “from your Valentine” to his jailer’s daughter, whom he had befriended and, by some accounts, healed from blindness.

Now today is lover’s day. The following are some of the simple cost effective effective things to do with your partner on Valentine’s Day. 

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1. Plan a coffee date

This year, Valentine’s Day falls on a Tuesday, which is, unfortunately, not the most romantic day of the week. This is because, between work and getting kids where they need to go, you may need to sneak in a few romantic breaks in your day. Start off strong with a special coffee date for two. 

2. Take a bike ride

 If you’re fortunate enough to live somewhere with warm weather in February, head outside for a couple’s bike ride. It makes a great low-pressure idea for those who are newly dating and still getting to know each other.

3. Plan a photo shoot

When was the last time you had your picture taken, just the two of you? For a lot of couples, it only happens on vacations (or even at their wedding!). Therefore hiring a photographer, or, for an inexpensive option, having a friend or even one of your kids take a few casual snapshots is a bonus. A selfie stick will do in a pinch! Then (and this is the most important part), actually print them out and display them in your home. Make this a new Valentine’s Day tradition.

4. Dinner date

Take each other for dinner at a cool downtown restaurant. Furthermore, unwind with a glass of wine and some toasting. Make it a romantic sit down for two as you whisper love to each other.

5. Play a game

When was the last time you played a game with just the two of you? Pick a favourite from the closet, or try a new Valentine’s Day game for adults or some chess, darts scrabble in the house.

6. Make playlists for each other

Spend some time putting together playlists for each other on your favorite streaming service. Then proceed to choose Valentine’s Day song that spark memories of your relationship or simply tunes you know your significant other will love. Then pour some wine, turn on the music, and reminisce. It’s a gift you’ll listen to year-round.

7. Volunteer together

One of the best ways to spend the day together is to choose a cause you’re both passionate about and sign up to volunteer—you’ll do some good for others and yourself, as volunteering can make you feel more connected to each other and the community. 

8. Stargazing

You don’t need a telescope to set up a stargazing date. Just head to your own backyard with a warm, outdoor blanket and use a stargazing app to help identify constellations in the night sky.

9. Make a scrapbook of your relationship

Even partners who aren’t so into crafts will get a kick out of this fun activity. Gather up photos of your relationship, old ticket stubs, and meaningful receipts, and make a beautiful book that you’ll both treasure!

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10. Bake something sweet

Baking is a fun way to spend more time with your significant other, therefore you’ll have a sweet reward to enjoy together

11. Eat breakfast in bed

Whip up a delicious breakfast spread on Valentine’s Day and therefore enjoy it lounging in bed. It will be a nice change of pace from the usual morning hustle and bustle.

12. Go for a drive

No destination? No problem. All you need for this fun Valentine’s Day activity is a sense of adventure and a full tank of gas! You’ll both get out of your comfort zones while you explore new terrain. There’s no telling what you might stumble across.

13. Play hooky

Take the day off from work and enjoy some close moments. Have breakfast in bed, do a crossword together, and watch your favorite shows. Reminisce about how and why you two first fell in love.

14. Cook dinner together

A special home-cooked meal can be so much more romantic than going out to eat at a super busy restaurant. Even if one of you doesn’t have chef-worthy skills, you can still make a memorable dinner you’ll both enjoy.

15. Some nature walk

Living near a forest, mountain or river flowing by? This is a perfect place for a nature walk or an evening picnic set up. Furthermore, you can set a bonfire and enjoy a romantic togetherness for two in the wild.

16. Visiting a game park or plan a trip down the coast

You can decide to plan for a weekend gateaway for two at the coastal beaches for some sun soaking as you unwind your valentines in style. In case you live near a game park check in for a game drive, take some memorable photographs and have fun in the wild!

17. Try some letter writing or card in the bed strategy

Just a simple note by the bedside or a love letter will blow your partner apart. Its equally important to just try a simple message of “ I LOVE YOU and will forever cherish you”. It will certainly touch your better half.

Well, whether you are going for a dinner date, attending Men’s Conference or getting some surprise flowers and chocolates on your office desk; enjoy the Valentine’s Day your own way and spread the love!

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