Romantic Nicknames !

What is your favorite romantic nickname?

1. Baby
2. Sweetie
3. Honey
4. Sweetheart
5. Darling
6. Honey Bunny
7. Pumpkin
8. Love
9. Babe
10. Angel, Boo, Princess

Compiled by Romance Staff

Ten Favorite Romantic Things To Do...!!

What is your favorite romantic thing to do?

1. Walk on the beach and stargazing.

2. Cuddle on the sofa and watch a movie.

3. Taking a bubble bath together.

4. Cuddling together.

5. Sitting on the beach at sunset and talking.

6. Kissing my love.

7. Giving a backrub.

8. Laying together in front of a fireplace and talking.

9. Looking into each other's eyes.

10. Having a romantic dinner.


Compiled by Romance Staff

20 Things To Do With Your Partner !

What is your favorite thing to do with your partner?

1. Cuddle

2. Talk

3. Sleeping next to each other.

4. Long Walks
Top 3 Locations:
BeachBy MoonlightBy Sunset

5. Kissing

6. Wrestling

7. Looking into each other's eyes.

8. Just be with them.

9. Make love.

10. Watch romantic movies.Either at home or at the movies.

11. Have a romantic dinner.

12. Laugh together

13. Relax

14. Lie in bed and talk.

15. Do something new.

16. Feed each other.

17. Watch T.V. and cuddle.

18. Spend time at the park.

19. Look at the stars.

20. Have an all day date.


compiled by Romance Staff

How To Keep Your Romance Alive - Take a few minutes each day to say I love you.

Kiss everyday.

Start each day with a kiss and an I love you.

End each day with a kiss and an I love you.

Plan a monthly overnight/weekend getaway.

Take bubble baths together at least once a month.

Go out on at least one date a week.

Take walks together as often as possible.

Give your love a card once a week.

Set one day out of each week to do something special and never miss it.

Say something sweet to your love every day.

Send an e-mail every day.

Every night before bed wish your partner sweet dreams.

Reasons People Fall In Love !

What made you fall in love with your partner?

1: Their personality

2: Their romantic nature

3: The affection towards their partner

4: The respect they've shown towards their partner

5: Everything!

6: Their physical features

7: Their sense of humor

8: The friendship they share

9: A sense of bonding between each other

10: Their partner provides a sense of security

~ compiled by Romance Staff

VALENTINE RECIPES for TWO

1. Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Ingredients:
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips (you can substitute all semi-sweet or all milk chocolate according to your own tastes)
1 tbsp. shortening (do not use butter, margarine, or oil)
2 pints fresh strawberries, rinsed and patted dry

Directions :

Cover tray with wax paper. Place chocolate chips and shortening in a medium microwave safe bowl. Microwave at high for 1 minute. Stir. If necessary, microwave an additional 30 seconds or until chips are melted and mixture becomes smooth when stirred vigorously. DO NOT over heat. Holding the strawberry by the top, dip the bottom two-thirds of each strawberry into melted mixture. Shake gently to remove excess chocolate. Place on prepared tray. Cover and refrigerate approximately 1 hour, or until coating is firm.For best results, eat within 24 hours.

2. Creamy Pesto Shrimp Linguine

Ingredients:
1 pound linguine pasta, cooked and drained
1/2 cup butter
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup grate Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup pesto
1 pound large shrimp - peeled and deveined

Directions:

In large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat; stir in the cream and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, for 6 to 8 minutes or until hot. Add the grated parmesan cheese, stirring until thoroughly mixed. Stir in the pesto sauce and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes. Serve over hot linguine.

3. Angel Hair Chicken Pasta

Ingredients:
3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 of a .7 ounce package of dry Italian-style salad dressing mix
1/4 cup white wine
1/2 can of condensed golden mushroom soup
2 ounces cream cheese with chives
1 (8 ounce) package of angel hair pasta

Directions:

In large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add package of dressing. Blend in wine and mushroom soup. Blend in cream cheese and stir until smooth. Heat gently. Arrange chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour sauce over. Bake in preheated oven at 325 for 60 minutes. When the chicken is near done, boil the pasta in salt water and the drain well. Serve the chicken on top of warm angel hair pasta.

4. Chicken Enchilada Soup

Ingredients:
1 1/4 cup chicken broth
1 10 oz. can green enchilada sauce
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tomato, chopped
1 cup shredded cheese
1 cup half & half
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cooked
10 corn tortillas, cut into 1/2 inch strips
Tortilla chips

Directions:

Combine the chicken broth and tortillas in a pot and cook on medium until strips soften and broth thickens. Stir in enchilada sauce, cumin, chicken, and half & half. Heat. Garnish with tomato, jalapeno pepper, and cheese. Serve with tortilla chips.

5. Asian Pasta Salad

Ingredients:
1/2 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 cup snow peas
1/2 cup red onion, diced
1 red pepper, chopped
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup Asian style salad dressing
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 (16 oz) package of pasta
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Boil broccoli for 3 to 5 minutes then remove from water. Boil snow peas for 1 to 2 minutes then remove from water. Boil past until soft and drain. Toss pasta with salad dressing. Add broccoli, red pepper, red onion, snow peas, ginger, and garlic. Add salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate for several hours. Garnish with sesame oil and sesame seeds.

6. Chocolate Banana Bread

Ingredients:
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
6 bananas, mashed
1 cup butter, softened
4 eggs
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sour cream

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease two 9x5 loaf pans. Mix butter, sugar, and eggs together. Stir in bananas and vanilla. Add flour, baking soda, and cocoa. Mix well. Blend in sour cream and chocolate chips. Pour into pans and bake approximately 60 minutes.

7. Chocolate Mousse

Ingredients:
3 egg yolks
6 squares (6oz) semisweet chocolate
1/3 cup water
1 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons confectioner's sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Semisweet chocolate shavings for garnish

Directions:

In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks. In a saucepan, melt the chocolate with water, stirring until smooth. Add 3 tablespoons of chocolate mixture to the egg yolks, then pour mixture back into the pan with the remaining chocolate. Cook over low heat, stirring until thickened, about 1 minute. Transfer to a new bowl and let cool for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, mix the cream, sugar, and vanilla with a mixer on high speed until soft peaks form. Transfer 1/2 cup of mixture to a small bowl and refigerate. Fold the remaining mixture into the chocolate mixture. Spoon into 4 dessert cups. Refrigerate until firm (approx. 2 hours). Spoon refrigerated cream mixture onto mousse before serving and add chocolate shavings as garnish.

8. Chicken Parmigiana

Ingredients:
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 oz. dried bread crumbs
1 egg, beaten
3/4 (16oz.) jar spaghetti sauce
2 oz. shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Dip chicken into egg beaters, then the bread crumbs. Place chicken on a lightly greased cookie sheet and bake for 40 minutes. Pour 1/2 of the spaghetti sauce into a 9x13 baking dish. Add the chicken and pour on the remaining sauce. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on top and bake in the oven for 20 minutes.

9. Chicken Cacciatore

Ingredients:
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 medium green pepper cut into strips
1 16oz. can of whole tomatoes
1 6oz. can of tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon basil
1 cup minute rice
Cooking spray

Directions:

In a large saucepan, sauté the chicken, onion, and pepper with cooking spray. Stir in tomatoes, sauce and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Stir in rice and cover. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.

10. Vegtable Chili

Ingredients:
1 (28 oz) can tomatoes, undrained
1 (16 oz) jar chunky Salsa
1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed, drained
1 (10 oz) package frozen whole kernel corn
1 cup halved zucchini slices
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 (8 oz) package shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

Mix tomatoes, salsa, beans, corn, zucchini and chili powder in saucepan. Bring to boil on medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer 10 minutes. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons cheese onto bottom of each serving bowl; top with chili. Sprinkle each with additional 2 tablespoons cheese.

11. Oven Ranch Chicken

Ingredients:
1/3 cup plain brad crumbs
1 buttermilk ranch salad dressing mix
1/3 cup sour cream
4 boneless chicken breasts

Directions:

In a shallow dish, combine bread crumbs and dressing mix. Put the sour cream in another dish. Dip the chicken first in the sour cream, then into the bread crumb mixture. Place on a greased cookie sheet and bake at 375 for 30-35 minutes.

Romantic Gifts !

What is your idea of the perfect romantic gift?

1. A Single Red Rose
Ideal if accompanied with a love poem or kiss.

2. Romantic Getaway.
Whether it is just for the night or a whole week!

3. Something from the heart and required extra special thought to give to your love.

4. Anything as long as it is a surprise!

5. Something handmade.

6. Flowers.

7. Yourself!

8. Jewelry.
Preferably diamonds and the jewelry should have a personal engraving.

9. Love poem.

10. Candlelight dinner.

11. A kiss.

12. Teddy bear.

13. Card.

14. Love letter.

15. Do something new.

~ compiled by Romance Staff

Romantic Foods !

What is your favorite romantic food?

1. Pasta
Favorite Way Prepared:
Spaghetti, because of Lady and the Tramp!

2. Strawberries Favorite Ways Prepared:-

- With Whipped Cream

- Dipped or Covered in Chocolate

- Above Combined

- With Champagne

3. Chocolate


4. Fish
Favorites: Oysters, Crab, Shrimp
Any kind you can eat with your fingers!

5. Fruit
Favorite Ways Prepared:
Fruit Cocktail or Fruit Salad

6. Ice Cream

7. Pizza

8. Chinese Take-Out

9. Indian Food
Because it's Hot & Spicy :)

10. Chocolate Mousse

compiled by Romance Staff

Ten Favorite Romantic Cities !!

Ten Favorite Romantic Cities

1. Paris

2. Any city your love is in!

3. Italy

4. San Fransisco

5. Boston

6. New York

7. Venice

8. New Orleans

9. Monte Carlo

10. London


Complied by Romance Staff

Romantic Flowers

What is your favorite romantic flower?

1: Roses

2: Daisies

3: Tulips

4: Lillies

5: Carnations

6: Gardenia

7: Orchids

8: Lilac

9: Sunflower

10: Wild flowers


~ Compiled by Romance Staff

Top 10 Romantic Getaways !

What would you consider to be the most romantic getaway?

1: The Beach

2: Any Place Secluded And Quiet

3: The Mountains

4: A Secluded Tropical Island

5: A Cabin In The Woods

6: Alone At Home

7: A Bed & Breakfast

8: A Romantic Hotel

9: A Romantic Cruise

10: A Cabin On A Lake

~ Compiled by Romance Staff.

Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations !

1. Hawaii
2. Paris, France
3. Venice, Italy
4. The Bahamas
5. Italy
6. Jamaica
7. Las Vegas, Nevada
8. The Caribbean
9. Europe
10. Ireland

#1: Hawaii

Spend a week on the beach, go swimming under a waterfall or relax in the seclusion of your hotel room. Close enough to be our number one destination, but far enough to still feel secluded. Hawaii is a beautiful and exotic cluster of islands each offering a myriad of things to do. Deciding which island to visit or focus your stay on is a breeze with the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau website. Get an in-depth look at Hawaii, including virtual tours to help you plan the perfect honeymoon, with the resources available on their web site.

>> go to www.gohawaii.com


#2: Paris, France

Dine under the city lights, write sidewalk poetry, or visit cultural landmarks. Paris has a little something for everyone, especially for the romantic at heart. For more information about discovering Paris' culinary, historical and nightlife treasures for any budget, visit the Paris Pages.

>> go to Paris Pages www.paris.org

#3: Venice, Italy

Historical treasures abound in this city of canals and palaces. Built on 117 small islands, Venice has some of the most beautiful buildings in the world. It is easy to see why romantics rate this city so highly. For more information about visiting this city, or planning your honeymoon, see the sites below.

>> go to Venezia - Official Tourist Site

>> go to Venice Honeymoons ww.venice-honeymoons.com/english

#4: The Bahamas

Linked to some of the world's most mystical folklore, the city of Atlantis and the Fountain of Youth to name a couple, the Bahamas is truly a perfect destination for lovers. With thousands of miles of uninhabited beaches your island paradise vacation awaits! For everything you need to know about planning your visit, see the official tourist site.

>> go to The Island of the Bahamas - Official Tourist Site www.bahamas.com

#5: Italy

An ideal climate, warm and gracious people, beautiful scenery, exquisite cuisine all combine to make Italy a perfect destination for any romantic vacation. And, if you want to discover the hidden treasures of this beautiful country, we've found the perfect resource for you! The Tourism in Italy website covers everything, and really we mean EVERYTHING, about visiting this country. If your ideal romantic destination includes, Italy, you'll want to visit this site first!>> go to Tourism In Italy www.italiantourism.com

#6: Jamaica

There are so many ways to enjoy this beautiful island. Take a cruise, visit an all-inclusive resort, or tour the island like a local. The music, the sites, the cuisine... it will all enchant you and leave you with memories you'll never forget. Jamaica is the largest English-speaking island in the Caribbean. It hosts exotic wildlife and vegetation, including some species that can only be found there. For planning your visit or discovering hidden destination spots, visit the official tourist site.

>> go to VisitJamaica.com - Official Tourist Site www.visitjamaica.com

#7: Las Vegas, Nevada

Visit the city that never sleeps and you won't be disapointed. Amidst luxury resorts, world-class entertainment, divine cuisine and thrilling attractions there is a little something for everyone. The best way to visit this city is with an open itinerary. Just go where the mood takes you. For more information about traveling to Las Vegas, its most romantic hotels and attractions, visit Vegas.com!

>> go to www.vegas.com

#8: The Caribbean

Enjoy world class shopping, visit an uninhabited island, spend the day basking in the sun on golden beaches or party all night at carnivals and festivals. Everything you could want in the ultimate romantic vacation can be found within the islands of the Caribbean. For a detailed look of each island in the Caribbean, visit the official tourist site!

>> go to Do It Caribbean! - Official Tourist Site www.doitcaribbean.com

#9: Europe

When thinking of the perfect honeymoon, why limit yourself to just one country when you can experience the best that Europe has to offer? Start on the south bank of London and take in the summer season of the Elizabethan Shakespeare productions, then head south to Munich to take in the 350 year old Bavarian State Opera. After that you can head to Paris, Holland, Vienna, Switzerland - the choice is yours to customize the honeymoon of your dreams. For a detailed look at each country, visit the official tourist site!

>> go to www.VisitEurope.com - Official Tourist Site

#10: Ireland

Although last on our list, it is certainly not the least. One user said it best, "The people are the best in the world and there is just so much history in the country. Picture it, you and your new husband strolling amongst stone walls, rolling green pastures, cliffs of dizzying heights, and castles so old and majestic they steal a part of your soul. It doesn't get any more romantic than that." For more information, visit the official tourist site!

>> go to www.discovernorthernireland.com

Source : As voted by Lovingyou.com users!

Valentine Letter For Someone Special !

To SomeOneWho Is....

MY LOVE And My Best Friend

You are my best friend, because you give me the freedom to be honest. I am able to tell you deep, dark secrets, and you keep them as you would your own. You give me unspoken permission to share with you not only my joys but also my pain.

You are my best friend, because you accept the child within my soul. You care for her, protect her, nurture her dreams and hopes, and you let me see the child inside of you too. You let my star shine and you give me the enjoyment of helping you achieve your goals and dreams. You let me take care of you when you're tired, and you make me strong by leaning on me.

You are my best friend, because we can be worried and relieved together; we can tease and comfort one another. You are the rock upon which I can rest my weary bones, and yours are the hands that can tenderly bandage all of my broken hearts.

Only you and I could reach out to one another the way that we do, knowing our love and friendship will keep us safe and warm..... And Strong.

Lovingly Yours,

Special Valentine Thoughts !

If I am your child,
Please touch me.
Persist, find ways to meet my needs.
Your goodnight hug helps sweeten my dreams.
Your daytime touching tells me how you really feel.


If I am your teenager,
Please touch me.
Don't think because I'm almost grown,
I don't need to know that you still care.
I need your loving arms,
I need a tender voice.

If I am your friend,
Please touch me.
Nothing lets me know you care
like a warm embrace.
A healing touch when I'm
depressed assures me I am loved,
And reassures me that I'm not alone.
Yours may be the only comforting touch I get.

If I am your life's partner,
Please touch me.
You may think that your passion is enough,
But only your arms hold back my fears.
I need your tender reassuring touch,
To remind me I am loved just because I am me.

If I am your grown-up child,
Please touch me.
Though I may have a family of my own to hold,
I still need Mommy's and Daddy's arms when I hurt.
As a parent the view is different, I appreciate you more.

If I am your aging parent,
Please touch me.
The way I was touched when I was very young.
Hold my hand, sit close to me, give me strength,
And warm my tired body with your nearness.
Although my skin is worn and wrinkled, it loves to be stroked.
Don't be afraid,
Just touch me.

Loves Promise !

Life is such a special gift
It holds so much in store.
Yet for everything that life may hold,
Love holds so much more.

Love won't guarantee to you
That problems won't come your way,
But it comforts you and strengthens you
So that everything's okay.

It cannot promise that throughout life
You won't have a bumpy ride,
It does however enable you
To take it all in stride.

Life may have its ups and downs
Its happiness and sorrow,
But Love's a simple promise
That there is a better tomorrow.

Love can lift you up above
The troubles of the world.
Love will place you on a cloud
And make you dance and twirl.

Love will take you by the hand
And lead you gently on.
Love remains and stays the same
When everything else is gone.

Love is an awakening to better,brighter things
It's dazzling beauty sparkles more
Than gold or diamond rings.

Love's special promise comes to us
Only if the love is true,
So has the special promise of Love
Found its way to you?


By: Andre' Barnes

Romantic Poem For Valentine's Day !

Love is like magic and it always will be,
For love still remains life's sweet mystery

Love works in ways that are
wondrous and strange,

And there's nothing in life that love cannot change.
Love can transform the most commonplace into beauty and splendor and sweetness and grace.

Love is unselfish, understanding and kind,
For it sees with it's heart and not with it's mind.

Love is the answer that everyone seeks.
Love is the language that every heart speaks

Love can't be bought...
it's priceless and free.

Love, like pure magic, is a sweet mystery.




Author: Helen Steiner Rice

SPECIAL MESSAGES FOR Valentine's Day !

Valentine's Day Note No. 3- This Special Day
Dearest (NAME),

On this special day when romance is the operative word, I send to you my deepest and most sincere love along with a more tangible token of my devotion.

Happy Valentine's Day!
(NAME)



Valentine's Day Note No. 4 - Cupid Came A Callin'
Dear (NAME)

Cupid came a callin' the other day. He did his thing and then he went away. But the arrow that he stuck in me has made me fall in love with thee.

Happy Valentine's Day!
(NAME)


Valentine's Day Note No. 5 - Love is in the Air

The fourteenth of February is one of my favorite days of the year, for love is in the air. This year is a very special one for me because you, (NAME), are in my life to share that love.

Happy Valentine's Day!
(NAME)

SPECIAL MESSAGES FOR Valentine's Day !

Valentine's Day Note No. 1 - You Are In Focus

Dearest (NAME),

The world is a blur to me. Only you are in focus. What a joy it is to gaze upon you, for nothing else matters. All that is beauty - All that is truth is embodied within you, and I consider myself truly fortunate to be able to partake of it.

Happy Valentine's Day!

Love,
(NAME)

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Valentine's Day Note No. 2 - Eternity

Dear (NAME),

A rare wine .... .
It's only for the moment.
But you, my love -
You are for eternity!

Happy Valentine's Day!

Love,
(NAME)

Valentine Quotes !

I've dreamed of this a thousand times before
But in my dreams I couldn't love you more
I will give you my heart
Until the end of time...
You're all I need, my love, my Valentine.

Even if the sun refused to shine
Even if romance ran out of rhyme
You would still have my heart
until the end of time
You're all I need, my love, my Valentine.


-- Martina McBride, "Valentine"

Great Love Thoughts!

It is to the credit of human nature, that, except where its selfishness is brought into play, it loves more readily than it hates. Hatred, by a gradual and quiet process, will even be transformed to love, unless the change be impeded by a continually new irritation of the original feeling of hostility.

~ Nathaniel Hawthorne.



The best love affairs are those we never had.

~ Norman Lindsay.



Do you love me because I'm beautiful, or am I am beautiful because you love me?

~ Oscar Hammerstein.