Valentine’s Day falls perfectly on Sunday 14th February, always nice on the weekend. The day itself is celebrated in 53 countries, if you live in Columbia however, you have to wait till the 19th October. Here in Wales we celebrate Saint Dwynwen, the Welsh patron saint of lovers, on January 25th. More of that later.
This SOUTH WALES LIFE guide to Valentine’s Day will be expanding over the coming weeks so bookmark the page, tell your friends and come back regularly.
HISTORY
Many of us celebrate by showing the people we love or adore just how we feel or appreciate them. You may (under normal circumstances) take them out for a romantic meal or a night away in a hotel, some even choose this day to propose or get married. Traditionally though we would give cards, chocolates, jewellery or flowers, particularly roses.
It’s not the same all over the world though. In some places it’s all about appreciating our friends. For example, Valentine’s Day in Finland refers to “Friend’s day”, which is more about remembering all friends rather than focusing on romance. In Guatemala it’s known as Day of Love and Friendship. It’s pretty similar to Valentine’s Day with our customs and traditions, but it’s also a time to show appreciation for their friends. and we really like that side of it.
So when did this Valentine’s thing all start? The truth is, we’re not really certain. Some reckon it comes from the story of St Valentine, a Roman priest who was martyred on or around February 14th in the year 270 CE. How he became the patron saint of lovers remains a mystery but one theory is that the church used the day of St Valentine’s martyrdom to Christianise a pagan festival held around the middle of February.
It was a strange old ceremony which included putting girls’ names in a box and letting the boys draw them out. These couples would then be paired off until the following year. The Christian church substituted saints’ names for girls’ names in hope that the participant would model his life after the saint whose name he drew. However, it was once again girls’ names that ended up in the box by the 16th century.
Eventually the things we associate with Valentine’s today became more accepted. Sending anonymous cards or messages to those we liked became the way of celebrating the Day. Eventually it became an established day, first in the America and then in Canada, in the mid-19th century. Very early Valentine cards made of satin and lace and ornamented with flowers, ribbons, and images of cupids or birds appeared in the 1880s.
There are so many things we associate with Valentine’s. Hearts, the colours red and pink, roses, cupids’ bows and arrows all symbolise romance and love. Cupid is usually seen as a small winged figure with a bow and arrow. He apparently uses his arrow to strike the hearts of people. People who fall in love are sometimes said to be “struck by Cupid’s arrow”.
As we said earlier, if we were being traditional you wouldn’t find us in Wales celebrating Saint Valentine – instead, it’s Saint Dwynwen, the Welsh patron saint of lovers, on January 25th.
St Dwynwen was a fourth-century Welsh princess who lived in what is now the Brecon Beacons National Park. Dwynwen was really unlucky in love, so she became a nun. She prayed for true lovers to have better luck than she did.
Read our feature HERE.
Of course we do have one traditional romantic Welsh gift, a love spoon. As early as the 17th century, Welsh men carved intricate wooden spoons as a token of affection for the women they loved. Patterns and symbols were carved into these love spoons, each signifying a different meaning. A few examples include horseshoes, which stand for good luck; wheels, which symbolise support; and keys, which represents the keys to a man’s heart.
Today, love spoons are also given at weddings, anniversaries and births.
PLACES TO VISIT
Many places offer vouchers, or even pre-booking. So maybe a nice gift box, with the promise of a night away, or a luxurious spa treatment is the way to go.
One thing we can tell you is that there are some great deals to be had right now. Take a look around, and pick up a romantic bargain while you can.
A DAY AT A SPA
The Hotel Spa includes a spa pool, sauna, steam room, an indoor heated pool with mood lighting and three treatments rooms. Prices range from around £30 for a half-hour facial or around £35 for a 25-minute back, neck and shoulder massage.
The Resort has everything you need all in one place. What I can tell you is that right now, they have some really good deals on rooms, spa and golf days. Well worth checking out. Also, they offer promotional vouchers you can purchase and keep for up to 6 months. We have done this many times and they really are great value. We suggest signing up for their newsletters to find our more.
Set in more than 2,000 acres of panoramic parkland at the gateway to South Wales, the five-star Celtic Manor Resort Hotel has everything you need for a romantic Valentine’s Day getaway – from luxury spa facilities, delicious dining, a stylish cocktail bar and world-class golfing.
They have a range of Valentin’e offers right now, including the Indulgence Collection and more Details of those HERE.
The Forum Spa offers 16 treatment rooms, plus a range of saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs, plunge pools and a relaxation pool overlooking the rooftop garden.
Take a look at the Spa video HERE.
There is also the Ocius Treatment Rooms, which are in the Celtic Manor Golf Club, just up through the Roman Road golf course from the main hotel.
The Celtic Manor also have other hotels in their collection which also offer some incredible ideas for that special Valentine’s someone.
Cardiff’s most luxurious destination, the 170-bedroom Parkgate Hotel is a stylish retreat for a Valentine’s Day getaway. Featuring a boutique rooftop spa with stunning views over the city skyline, and fine dining at the chic Sorting Room restaurant (which was recently added to the Michelin Guide), The Parkgate Hotel breathes new life into two of the city centre’s most historic buildings – the former Head Post Office and the old County Court.
For more information and reservations, go HERE.
We were there when the property opened, take a look at our video HERE. The rooms are stunning, but as you can see, the spa is next level luxurious.
ST PIERRE MARRIOTT HOTEL AND COUNTRY CLUB
The Beauty Rooms include an indoor swimming pool, steam room, sauna and spa bath. There are a range of day packages priced around the £49 mark. The Refresh & Revive gives you a choice of treatments totalling around 90 minutes, plus lunch and use of the facilities. Overnight spa packages are available.
As well as 19 treatment rooms, the Vale Spa contains three relaxation zones – the chill zone (full of leather sofas and glossy magazines), the float zone (think water beds and gently trickling water features) and the slumber zone (complete with shimmering lanterns and sumptuous quilts). You’ll also find a pool, hot tub, saunas and steam rooms in Wales’ largest spa.
They have so much on offer, including the Vale Full Body Massage. There’s s Recharge and De-Stress treatment. They have plenty for the guys too. At the minute they have some really good deals on both treatments and spa breaks.
Take a look at The Vale Spa Treatments right HERE.
PLACES
Brimming with life and wreathed in legend, the waterfalls and rapids in the National Park add an exciting, picturesque and thoroughly romantic touch to the woodlands and hillsides.
One part of the Park, at the head of the Vale of Neath, has so many wonderful waterfalls that they call it Waterfall Country. Many of these cascades are easily accessible on foot, as long as you’re prepared to walk through beautiful woods to get there.
A unique blend of coast and countryside means this park has something for everyone.There are eight miles of golden sands at Cefn Sidan, 550 acres of woodlands, caravan and camping pitches and picnic and BBQ sites.
You won’t be short of things to do since activities on offer include horse riding, the longest toboggan run in Wales, a dry ski slope, adventure playground and outdoor laser tag.
Castell Coch really is the ultimate fairytale castle. It stands in a stretch of woodland on the slopes above the village of Tongwynlais and the River Taff, about 10km from the centre of Cardiff.
The design combines the surviving elements of the medieval castle with 19th-century additions to produce a building which the historian Charles Kightly considered “the crowning glory of the Gothic Revival” in Britain. It is protected under UK law as a Grade I-listed building due to its exceptional architectural and historical interest. Above all else, it’s stunning.
A ROMANTIC WALK ALONG PENARTH PIER
Stroll along the pier, have an ice-cream and enjoy Penarth Pavilion which has a lovely small cinema and an art gallery.
They Have……..
- Great Teas – imported by Waterloo Tea, with many Organic and FairTrade options.
- Great Coffees – they change the coffee weekly, showcasing different roasters, origins and varietals.
- Delicious Food – using seasonal local produce, and a focus on creativity. Breakfast, Lunch and Afternoon Teas.
- Stunning Views – the teahouse at the Pavilion looks out onto the iconic pier and across the Bristol Channel.
FOOD & DRINK
Food is the one thing we all expect to enjoy with our loved one on Valentine’s Day.
THE IVY ASIA: DAY-TO-NIGHT EXPERIENCE
The Ivy Asia is reimagining what luxury dining looks like today. Recent research conducted by The Ivy Collection reflects a broader shift in attitudes, revealing that more than one in three Brits (36%) now define luxury by how something makes them feel, rather than how much it costs, while just 14% associate luxury primarily with exclusivity or high price points.
Known for its dramatic interiors, theatrical presentation and bold pan-Asian flavours, The Ivy Asia is responding to this shift by introducing a new way to enjoy its signature experience, one that fits more naturally into everyday life. Launching as part of Dual Forces of Asia, a new culinary concept inspired by two enduring archetypes of Asian culture, the restaurant presents the Dragon Lunch Menu, priced at £19.95, and the Samurai Dinner Menu, available for £28.50. Together, they define a seamless day- to-night dining experience that balances generosity, craftsmanship and value, with both menus offering two courses and sides to share.
Executive Chef Simon Gregory yold us….
“Luxury today is defined by connection, comfort, and quality; not just cost. Our new Dragon & Samurai set menus at The Ivy Asia are designed to make those everyday luxuries more attainable, whether it’s a midweek lunch, a spontaneous dinner or an evening spent sharing dishes with friends and family. By bringing together signature favourites and seasonal highlights in beautifully curated menus, we’re offering guests the theatre, flavour, and elegance of The Ivy Asia in a way that feels accessible; a chance to enjoy life’s special moments, whatever the occasion.”
More details and to book go HERE.
VOCO ST DAVID’S
This Valentine’s Day, voco St David’s Cardiff, the five-star hotel overlooking Cardiff Bay, is inviting loved-up couples to celebrate in style with a line-up of romantic dining, indulgent stays and spa experiences – all set against sweeping sea views.
For food-focused romantics, the hotel is serving a special Valentine’s Bay View Afternoon Tea served from Friday 13th to Sunday 15th February. The experience features beautifully crafted sweet and savoury treats with a romantic twist, perfectly paired with fizz and uninterrupted views across the water. Prices start from £32 per person.
Those looking to make a night of it can enjoy a romantic overnight escape, combining luxury comforts, private balconies and panoramic views across Cardiff Bay — the perfect setting for quality time together.
Couples can also relax together in the hotel’s award-winning spa, switching off with soothing treatments, thermal facilities and moments designed to be enjoyed side by side.
For those still searching for the perfect present, a voco St David’s Cardiff gift voucher, redeemable against dining, spa experiences or overnight stays offers a thoughtful way to extend the Valentine’s feeling beyond just one day. With its waterfront location, five-star service and carefully curated Valentine’s offering, voco St David’s Cardiff is the perfect place to celebrate love this February.
To find out more visit voco St David’s Cardiff or call 02920 454045 or go HERE.
GLEN-YR-AFON HOUSE HOTEL
The award-winning Glen-Yr-Afon House offers everything you would expect from a luxury hotel. The Afternoon Tea voucher would give that someone special, something to look forward to on the day.
Afternoon Tea Menu (subject to change)
Selection of savoury sandwiches
Mini quiches
Mini sausage rolls
Scones served with jam and clotted cream
Vanilla mille-feuille
Mini lemon possets
Chocolate covered profiteroles
Victoria sponge
Chocolate brownie
Carrot cake
Freshly brewed tea/coffee
£35.00 per head
Prosecco Afternoon Tea – £41.50
Gin Afternoon Tea – £43.25 per head
Champagne Afternoon Tea – £50.00 per head
based on 2 persons sharing a half bottle Champagne. (Minimum booking requirements – 2 persons).
Fo more details on the Afternoon Tea go HERE.
BEEFEATER WALSTON CASTLE
Beefeater Walston Castle restaurant running a delicious 3-course Valentine’s Menu for £23.99.
Their namesake, the Walston Castle, was built in the 1530s. Times have changed a little since then, but they’re still proud to be associated with this historic place in one of the most scenic parts of the country near Cardiff.
The Walston Castle Beefeater is only a 15-minute drive away from Cardiff Airport, Barry Island and Cardiff City Centre.
Closer to Wenvoe itself, there’s the stunning National Trust site at Dyffryn Gardens or St Lythans Burial Chamber, perfect for relaxing and unwinding after one of their world-class steaks.
You can download the menu to your device HERE.
You can see what else they have on offer – HERE.
HEAVENLY DESSERTS
Heavenly Desserts is spreading the love this Valentine’s Day. Treat yourself and someone special to a delightful dining experience, including a choice of either a decadent dessert or delicious brunch dish paired with a refreshing drink per person. Whether you’re celebrating with a significant other, a friend, or a family member, this offer is the perfect way to treat yourself and your loved one to something sweet.
For more details go HERE.
VALENTINE’S MEAL DEALS
ASDA
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, Asda is set to make shoppers swoon with their popular Valentine’s Day Dine In deal, landing in stores and online from the 5th until 15th February.
For just £12, shoppers can choose one starter, one main, two sides, one dessert and one drink (alcoholic and non-alcoholic included) from an impressive range of 46 products. In fact, savings of up to £15 can be made when purchasing the products together as part of the deal, compared to purchasing them individually.
Offering customers the best quality at an unbeatable price for all (no loyalty cards needed), the deal works out at just £6 per person for a three-course meal with wine and an extra side – making it the best value deal in the market.
With Asda’s Dine In Offer delivered through its Bistro by Asda range, customers can feel reassured that they are getting not only restaurant inspired, but also high-quality dishes without the price tag.
CO-OP
Cupid has struck as Co-op unveils its 2026 Valentine’s Day ‘Dine in Deal’ for two which includes a premium main course, two sides and bottle of fizz or soft drink for a tenner – working out at £5 per head.
A true recipe for romance! The convenience retailer’s new limited-edition offer enables shoppers to skip the reservations and enjoy a dining experience at a fraction of the price. Available in stores and online between 4th – 17th February, Co-op’s offer features gastro-inspired dishes from its premium “Irresistible” range and will be priced at £10 for Co-op Members or £12 for non-members.
Member savings of up to £14.20 can be made when purchasing items as part of the deal, verses purchasing items separately.
The deal spans nine mains and six sides. New mains on the menu this year include seasoned British Angus Rump Steaks with a heart shaped truffle and black garlic butter and a Chicken & Portobello Mushroom Pie with succulent British chicken and portobello mushrooms in a rich cream and white wine sauce. For an indulgent veggie option, a delicious Aubergine Parmigiana dish is layered with rich tomato sauce, basil pesto, mozzarella, Regato and pecorino cheese.
Staying true to the retailer’s commitment to ethical sourcing and backing British farming, all Co-op branded products feature 100% British meat and poultry, and responsibly sourced fish.
Co-op’s 2026 Valentine’s Dine in Deal
Main Dishes: Irresistible British Angus Rump Steaks with Truffle & Black Garlic Butter 368g*, Chicken & Portobello Mushroom Pie Twin Pack 500g, Irresistible Aubergine Parmigiana 600g, Irresistible Creamy Mushroom & Wild Garlic Chicken 480g, Irresistible Chicken Parmigiana 460g, Irresistible Salmon En Croute with Barbers Aged Cheddar 425g, Irresistible Beef Bourguignon 550g, Irresistible Macaroni Cheese 700g, Irresistible Lasagne Al Forno 700g.
Side Dishes: Irresistible Buttered Mash Potato 400g, Irresistible Triple Cooked Chunky Chips 360g, Irresistible EVOO Flatbread Garlic and Parsley 155g, Irresistible Dauphinoise Potatoes 400g, Irresistible Vegetable Medley 250g, Irresistible Babyleaf Salad Bowl 170g.
Drinks: Irresistible Prosecco 75cl, Irresistible Elderflower Presse 750ml, Coca Cola Zero Sugar 4x330ml, Coca Cola Diet 4x330ml.
MORRISONS
Morrisons has unveiled its The Best Dine In Meal Deal for Valentine’s Day, offering a three-course premium dining experience for two – for just £15. Customers can choose from a selection of starters, mains, sides, desserts from The Best range, plus a drink.
Kick off the celebration in style with an indulgent selection of starters, from The Best Antipasti Selection to The Best Prawn Cocktails or The Best Scallop & King Prawn Thermidor Gratins. Made for sharing, The Best Tear & Share Camembert Wreath is presented in a romantic heart shape, while The Best Nduja Croquettes served with chilli jam add a fiery touch to the meal.
For the main event, the standout dish this year is The Best Rump Steak with Pink Peppercorn Butter, which delivers exceptional quality and classic indulgence. For an equally impressive option, The Best Marry Me Chicken – a rich, creamy recipe inspired by Tuscany is irresistibly good, it may even prompt a proposal! While those customers craving comforting flavours will love The Best Pulled Beef Lasagna, crafted with quality British beef.
Couples can complete their feast with a tempting selection of The Best sides, from Triple Cooked Chunky Chips to the Roast Baby Potatoes with Wild Garlic Butter or a luxuriously creamy Cauliflower Cheese.
To finish on a sweet note, The Best Amaretto Tiramisu makes a perfect finale to a romantic meal, while The Best Heritage Raspberry Panna Cotta Heart Pot, made with British raspberries, offers an equally indulgent and elegant dessert. Cheesecake lovers can also enjoy The Best Lemon & Mascarpone Cheesecake or The Best Chocolate & Orange Cheesecakes.
Customers can complete their meal deal with a choice of drinks to suit every taste, from crisp Peroni to a selection of The Best wines and prosecco, including The Best Prosecco DOC carefully chosen to compliment each dish. For those preferring a non-alcoholic option, classic Coca-Cola and other soft drinks are also available.
WAITROSE
Food lovers can say it with… taste test winning, restaurant-quality delicious food this Valentine’s Day at Waitrose. Staying in never looked so good.
Running from 10th-15th Feb, Waitrose is welcoming back the return of its Valentine’s Day Dine In meal deal for two. For £25 customers can choose from a selection of Waitrose No.1 starters, mains, sides, and desserts along with a bottle of wine or a ready to pour cocktail from the Cocktail Collection. Unlike words, this is a dinner that’ll come out perfect every time.
For the second year running the meal deal has been named ‘Overall Winner’ by the Good Housekeeping Institute in their Valentine’s Day Meal Deal Taste Test, so spend Valentine’s at the best table in town. Yours.
Food lovers will be spoilt for choice, with 35 food options from a curated No.1 menu and 11 drink options, with brands including Jeremy Clarkson’s Hawkstone Lager and Jip Jip Rocks Shiraz.
Sam Angell, head of innovation at Waitrose, says: “This year, food lovers will be able to show their love on Valentine’s Day with our restaurant-quality £25 Valentine’s Dine In meal deal. With savings of up to £23, almost 50% off, what is not to love?
“The mouth-watering No.1 menu includes responsibly sourced seafood such as No.1 Scallops & King Prawns served in delicate shells, high-welfare No.1 Sirloin steaks sourced from grass fed British beef and innovative delicious desserts including a new No.1 Ruby Chocolate & Raspberry Mousse, helping our customers to say it with food this Valentine’s.”
TESCO
- Price: £20
- The deal: One main, two sides, one dessert and a bottle of plonk (or non-alcoholic option) for two diners.
- Available from: February 9th
This Valentine’s Day, Tesco is making it easy to create a memorable night in, with a Dine In menu that combines standout flavour, premium ingredients and brilliant value. Designed for those planning a relaxed celebration at home, Tesco’s Valentine’s offering delivers a thoughtfully curated menu.
Launching on 9th February, the Tesco Finest Valentine’s Dine In range includes one starter, one main, two sides, one dessert and one drink for two, for £20 with a Tesco Clubcard. New for this year, the deal now includes two sides instead of one, giving customers more choice when building their meal. Also, over 50% of the range is new for 2026, offering fresh inspiration alongside much loved favourites.
ALDI
Aldi’s Valentine’s Day range is a match made in heaven for those looking to host date night at home this year. With deals that are scrumptious on the palate as well as the wallet, Aldi’s Valentine’s Day meals start from just £2.99 per person.
Offering everything from succulent seafood to delicious desserts, shoppers are guaranteed to be pulling on those heart strings this February, not the purse strings.
Aldi’s Cheapest Valentine’s Day Meal Menu:
- Specially Selected Heart Shaped Pizza – Spicy Pepperoni / Semi-dried Tomatoes & Mozzarella (£2.99, 375g/390g)
- Valentine’s Day Mini Heart Shaped Garlic Bread (£1.49, 145g) (as a side or starter)
- Pink Mini Heart Pancakes (£1.49, 250g)
- Optional: Prosecco Spumante DOC (£4.75, 75cl)*
- TOTAL: £5.97 without wine, £10.72 with wine (£2.99 per person, £5.36 per person including wine)
SPECIAL GIFTS
There are so many things to gift your other half with. Giving presents is traditionally part of the whole Valentine’s thing, and since the day is mostly about love, why not flip it on it’s head and get your partner a gift they will truly LOVE. This does of course require a bit of thought and planning, especially in the current climate. It’s not always easy to figure out relevant valentine gifts ideas, especially if you extend it to other family members and the kids.
- SHOW YOU CARE – Giving presents or gifts is also a way to give more attention to other people.
- MAKE OTHERS HAPPY – Happiness isn’t measured in value, but from the attention we give to other people.
- BE CREATIVE – Use your creativity to make gifts with the heart as the symbol of love.
- MAKE SWEET MEMORIES – A gift doesn’t have to be expensive, but remember it will be a sweet and precious memory.
There are some common valentine gifts you can choose around the day. Most of them have reddish or pinkish styles. Anything with the heart shape is always good.
- Red or Pink Flower
- Some love quotes or cards
- Cards or game with valentine words
- Red or heart theme home decor (cushion, wall, kitchen utensils, etc)
- Personal wear (clothes, shoes, makeup, jewellery, etc)
- Books
- Food
- Toys
- DIY and craft
- Entertainment (music, movies, etc)
LUSH
The Lush Valentine’s Day range is something very special. Gift yourself or someone you love with a collection of gifts that will spark joy and kindness for yourself and others. Decadent, limited-edition bath bombs, bubbleroons and bath melts made with ingredients like Fair Trade organic cocoa butter and luxurious essential oils will soothe the mind and body.
The Valentine’s Day collection is available now LUSH. We particularly like the LOVE LETTER. STRAWBERRY CRUMBLE BUBBLEROON and a bit of PASSION.
THINGS TO DO
BREAKFAST IN BED
Oh come on, we all love a little brekkie in bed but try and step away from the norm. Bacon Sandwich and toast can happen any day. Whip up a delicious breakfast – or brunch spread on Valentine’s Day and enjoy it lounging in your bed. It’ll definitely be a nicer way to start your day together and a change from all the usual running around.
PLAY A ROUND AT BUNKERS SWANSEA
This Valentine’s Day, BUNKERS Swansea is the hole-in-one choice for date night! With crazy golf, pool, ping pong and more, it’s a great way to ‘putt’ a smile on their face.
BUNKERS Swansea centers around two 12-hole, pop-culture themed crazy golf courses, with holes themed around Game of Thrones, Harry Potter, The Simpsons, Back to the Future, Only Fools and Horses and more.
Split into zones, the venue has a full bar, with bespoke cocktail stations and offers a range of sharing plates to fuel all the fun.
This Valentine’s Day, couples can get one game of Crazy Golf, a Nacho Sharer and 1 drink each for just £28.
To share the love, BUNKERS has created two limited-edition cocktails. Lovebirds and Galentines can try Cupid’s Kiss, a sweet and creamy, strawberry-flavoured cocktail with tequila rose at its heart, or a Lady In Red, a sweet and fruity drink with a little sour kick. Both cocktails are £7 and available for February only.
To book, visit HERE.
HAVE A BLUE MOON DAY
In telling you this, I’m going to have to let you in on one of my little secrets. A BLUE MOON DAY was something we came up with a long while ago. In simple terms, once in a Blue Moon, you take a day off work and do nothing. PJs, Food, TV. So why not take the day off from work, have breakfast in bed and remember how and why you two first fell in love.
RECREATE YOUR FIRST DATE
This will take a bit of planning, especially if you’ve been together a while. Go right back to where it all began. To the time when you first started falling for each other with a second shot at your first date. If your memory isn’t great, you could even order the same food and drinks as that one memorable night.
COOK DINNER TOGETHER
Going out for dinner is of course fantastic (expensive and tricky right now) but it can be so much more romantic going DIY together. Even if one of you doesn’t have chef-worthy skills, you can still make a memorable dinner you’ll both enjoy. And remember, it’s not about the food but all about the sharing.
HAVE A ROMANTIC MOVIE DAY/NIGHT
So you’ve taken your BLUE MOON DAY, had your romantic home-cooked meal, now all you need do is grab the popcorn and settle on the couch for an evening filled with your favourite rom-coms.
Here is the IMDB list of the twenty most romantic movies of all time. We’d like to be there’s a few in there you haven’t seen or even considered. MOVIES
No guesses as to what is at Number One. It’s CASABLANCA, undoubtedly one of the greatest romantic films ever. Just because it’s old, and in black and white, shouldn’t put any of you ‘newbies’ off. This is the movie you know without even watching it. Each scene is like an old classic song, we instinctively know every line and scene.
Here, Rick is telling Louis to go, and when when she started crying, he said “Now, now; Here’s looking at you kid.” When you are in love and you miss someone when they are away, you think about those moments you looked at each other; seeing the face you remember so well.
“Here’s looking at you kid” is: Beautiful, I will always remember your face so when you miss me just know I’m always looking at you just as I did when you were near me.
WRITE A LOVE LETTER
Don’t you dare send a Valentine’s Text. I’m sorry, but it’s lovely to get a cheeky little message from your loved on when you least expect it. This is however Valentine’s Day so we expect more. If you’ve never done it before, now’s the time to put in writing why your partner is so special to you. Tell them how they make you feel, and why you fell in love with them. Trust us, a proper letter (and it doesn’t have to be long, will really hit the spot). Here’s a few of our favourites.
Marilyn Monroe to Joe DiMaggio
I don’t know how to tell you just how much I miss you. I love you till my heart could burst. All I love, all I want, all I need is you—forever. I want to be just where you are and be just what you want me to be. I know it’s lousy of me to be so late so often, and I promise to try a million times harder, I promise. Love, Marilyn.
Johnny Cash to June Carter
Princess, We get old and get used to each other. We think alike. We read each others minds. We know what the other wants without asking. Sometimes we irritate each other a little bit. Maybe sometimes take each other for granted. But once in awhile, like today, I meditate on it and realise how lucky I am to share my life with the greatest woman I ever met. You still fascinate and inspire me.You influence me for the better. You’re the object of my desire, the #1 Earthly reason for my existence. I love you very much Princess. John
Elizabeth Taylor to Richard Burton – written a short while before their first divorce.
My darling (my still) My husband,
I wish I could tell you of my love for you, of my fear, my delight, my pure animal pleasure of you – (with you) – my jealousy, my pride, my anger at you, at times. Most of all my love for you, and whatever love you can dole out to me – I wish I could write about it but I can’t. I can only ‘boil and bubble’ inside and hope you understand how I really feel.
Anyway I lust thee, Your (still) Wife.
P.S. O’Love, let us never take each other for granted again!
P.P.S. How about that – 10 years!
GIVE EACH OTHER A MASSAGE (A PROPER ONE)
Here are the rules, no 5 minutes and my hands hurt, or moving the massage along – if you know what we mean. Grab a bottle of body oil, set the mood with candles and soft background music, and give your partner at least 30 minutes of massage therapy. They can thank you by returning the favour. Here’s 3 hours of perfect music to play as you massage. RELAXING
TAKE A BATH TOGETHER
To make it extra special, surround the tub with candles, sprinkle rose petals in the water, and set a tray of chocolate-covered strawberries and a bottle of champagne within arm’s reach. And for goodness sake, don’t argue over who gets the tap end, there really is no need.
GIFT EACH OTHER SOMETHING MONEY CAN’T BUY
February 14th doesn’t have to be all about the money or presents, but it is nice to give and receive a little token. Like a lot of us, we’ve done the excess route, gifts, flowers, dinner, night away and yes, each of them is lovely and very well received. I do remember watching my then partner, getting a handmade card from our child, the joy on her face was better than any expensive gift I could have come up with.
So perhaps we can take a lesson from this and do something special, from the heart and definitely personal. Consider getting something your loved one has always wanted, not what you think they want. Listen to what they say over the year and make a mental note.
You may not be a kid anymore, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still craft your heart out on February 14! In fact, in our opinion, crafting is even more fun as an adult, which makes it the perfect thing to do on Valentine’s Day. Here are a few simple ideas where the pictures really do say it all.
This one we love from the States. It is such a brilliant, simple idea but we reckon one of the most fun and romantic you can do. Why not adapt it yourself.
Hallmark has a handful of free Valentine’s Day colouring pages that you won’t find anywhere else. There are colouring pages of flowers, animals, hearts, robots, rainbows, and even unicorns. Click on the link below and the file will download to your device. Simply open them up, print them off and get the kids (or you) colouring them in.
We also have a simple Wordsearch puzzle for you to download and print.
With so many of us having spent more time with our loved ones, in the strangest of situations, it can put a strain on any relationship. While it’s essential to spend quality time with your partner to strengthen your bond, keep the love alive, as well as make the relationship itself grow, that is never easy, especially if you are spending 24/7 together.
- What’s a healthy amount of time to spend with the person your partner?
- Where’s the balance?
- What is a healthy amount of time to spend with a significant other?
If you’d like to delve further into your loving relationship, why not take our ‘Love Compatibility Quiz.’
