3 Steps For A Romantic Valentine's Day With Your Partner

Celebrate your love in the comfort of your own home.

By Anonymous

Valentine's Day is sneaking up on all of us quickly. It feels like we just finished spending a ton of money on the December holidays, and before you know it, the pressure of doing something outrageously memorable on Cupid's holiday is stressing you out. Don't let that happen.

First of all, it's important to realize that every single day is Valentine's Day when you're happily married. It's about being together every day, and knowing that the person you love most in the world will always be there for you, every day, for the rest of your life.

If your budget is tight, or you're still paying off your recent wedding, there's absolutely no reason to go into further debt for the sake of February 14th.

With a little imagination, you and your love can have a very special celebration, alone together, without ever leaving your house. In fact, if you live someplace where it's nippy right now, the goal of the evening might be to never set foot outside your front door, except to the walk the dog.

Here's how to prepare for your romantic night in advance.

1. Stock up on all of your favorite movies.

And by "your favorite," I mean movies that you both enjoy. Since you can pretty much get them all online now (do video rental stores even exist anymore?), sit down and make up a list of movies that you remember watching together and enjoying. If you remember the first movie you ever watched as a couple, that's a great place to start.

2. Plan out your Valentine's Day menu and shop ahead of time.

Including a trip to the liquor store for a special wine, or a visit to the bakery that made your wedding cake for something sweet that evokes happy memories.

If you rarely have breakfast together because you're both in a hurry, or not morning people, take a little extra time in the morning to whip up a special brunch — eaten in your pajamas (or less).

3. Create a music playlist for the evening with all of the music that you both love.

Include the songs that were on your wedding ceremony and reception playlists, and songs that make you think of the person you love. When you want to dance, let the moment inspire you! Grab your husband or wife by the hand, and pull them onto the living room dance floor with you.

You can do as much kissing as you like without violating any societal rules when the only audience is your cat or dog.

Cheers!