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Romance on a Shoestring.

Thursday, August 27th, 2009

I have two wonderful romantic memories that stand out very clearly in my mind and I am sure always will.  One of them cost around $20.00 the other much more than that.  My point is that the dearer experience in no way diluted the memory of the less expensive one.  While it is wonderful to treat yourself to shear luxury when you can afford it, it’s more than possible to achieve Romance on a shoestring.

 

 Firstly go back to the post What is a Romantic Gesture so that you have your checklist in mind.  Now work out your budget and stick to it.  If you are doing something that is stretching you beyond what you can afford neither you or your special someone will have an enjoyable experience because you will be too busy worrying about how you are going to pay for it.  So with your budget in mind start planning and be creative.  Money can make it easier and quicker to organise something but  along with careful planning can really give the wow factor and make an occasion truly memorable.

 

A few simple date ideas:  Fish and chips with a bottle of wine at a nice quiet location can be very romantic.  Go to the extra effort of packing the picnic rug, wine glasses, some nice napkins (plain white tied with string and a sprig of lavender is a nice touch) and something sweet for after.  You may also like to include a gift, this can cost you nothing more that a bit of time to make a voucher giving a shoulder massage or car clean from you.

 

Find a spot where you can see the sunrise.  Check the weather forecast and choose a fine day to set the alarm and go for a drive.  If the budget stretches to it go out for breakfast on the way home then spend the rest of the morning in bed with the paper.

 

Set aside a little money each week so you can treat yourself without worrying about the budget from time to time.  You and your special someone are worth it.

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Car versus Relationship

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009

Do you spend more time taking care of your car than your relationship?  For a great number of us the answer to this question is yes.  Think about it, every night most of us garage our car to protect it from the elements.  The everyday elements and demands of life can put strain on our relationships so they too like your car need a little care and attention each day.  Random acts of affection and attention are a great way to achieve this.

 

Once a week on average we fill our cars with fuel and keep an eye on the water and oil.  If we don’t do this the car will let us down, perhaps leaving us stranded in the middle of no where.  Just like with your car if you don’t re-fuel your relationship on a regular basis you may find your self stranded and wishing you had taken some time to take care of what was important.  I recommend regular date nights as a great way to re-fuel.

 

What about insurance?  To own a car and not insure it against theft or damage is in my opinion asking for some major heart ache and financial hardship should something go wrong.  Your insurance provides you with peace of mind every time you get in your car or leave it unattended.  Like wise planning a special Romantic Occasion with love, thought and care acts as an insurance policy to protect your relationship from damage or theft!  My husband and I head away for a night or two four times a year.  This costs no more than the insurance, warrants and mechanics bills for two cars.  As a good relationship is far harder to replace than a car I believe this is an investment we should all be making.

 

So next time you hop in your car take a moment to think about your special someone.  Ask yourself, is it time for an insurance renewal, re-fuel or some protection from the elements?

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