How To Keep Your Romance Alive
Laugh alot, have a good sense of humor.
Look for new ways to fall in love all over again.
Let your love know you are there for them.
Show your partner you love them in every way possible.
Spend time apart, give each other space.
Add spice to your love life.
Avoid arguing.
Try new things.
Put your love's feelings first.
Keep your relationship full of surprises.
Trust one another.
Believe romance is important to your relationship.
Always have a good conversation with your partner.
Have faith in your relationship.
Tell your sweetheart how much they mean to you.
Be yourself.
Be romantic.
Always be there for each other.
Spend time together.
Whenever you have a misunderstanding make sure to talk about the problems and try your
best to solve it together.
Treat your love as if they mean everything to you.
Treat your partner with the respect they deserve.
Never hang up the phone without saying I love you.
Never part without kissing.
Praise your partner often.
Never take your relationship for granted.
Make each moment with your with each other count.
Remember to take time for each other.
Keep happy.
Spoil your partner rotten!
Never go to sleep mad at each other.
Don't be afraid of making a fool of yourself.
Let your imagination be your guide.
Be a good listener.
Get to really know your partner.
Make yourself trustworthy.
Never be predictable.
Kiss your partner like you won't see them again.
Be open and honest.
Keep open communication with your partner.
Maintain a great friendship with your love!
Rituals of Love
Complied by Romance Staff
Saturday, February 11, 2006
Friday, February 10, 2006
The Best Ways To Say I Love You .
Actions Speak Louder Than Words
Place notes in your lover's lunch telling him how much you love him.
Page you sweetheart with an I Love You page.
Give her a soft kiss.
Make everyday things special.
Give your love a little note or sending him an e-mail with a poem in it.
Listen to her every word.
Making a list of everything you love about them. No matter how stupid.
Spend quality time with the one you love.
Have flowers delivered with a note attached saying simply, "I love you."
Give unexpected hugs and kisses.
Cook them their favorite meal.
Hold each other when you fall asleep.
Just be together.
Give your love a long hard kiss on the lips, followed by a gift.
Sending romantic postcards on a daily basis.
Get off work early and surprise your sweetheart with a dozen roses and dinner, just because.
Spend all week thinking of something special for the weekend and then... do it!
Give him a loving smile from across the room.
Draw or obtain a new romantic picture of two lovers in each others grasp and give it to your love as a reminder of your passion.
If you live quite a distance from your love, surprise them with a visit.
When she is asleep in the morning, cover her with rose petals and wake her up to an I love you breakfast in bed.
Secretly write S-H-M-I-L-Y anywhere your lover will find it. SHMILY= See How Much I Love You.
Rub your nose on your sweetheart's nose!
Grab him by the waist, pulling him towards you, then softly touching his lips with yours.
Have a romantic weekend.
For a week, smothering your spouse with all the small intimate things they like.
Share a bottle of wine and a rose....
Do a simple act of kindness, such as a backrub when he feels sick, to brighten his day.
Make a big sign (like the ones you use for demonstrations) quoting "Did my heart love 'til now?
Forswear it sight, for I never saw true beauty 'til this night."
Make a web page for your girlfriend to tell her how much you love her.
Write long, erotic letters where you describe how much you love them.
Just Say It...
Whisper I love you in his ear while dancing a romantic slow melody.
Sitting outside under that stars and say, "I have never felt so special before... I owe this to you. I
love you."
Creep up on your lover and whisper I love you in their ear.
In the middle of your partner's conversation with someone else, lean over and whisper I love
you in their ear.
Scream I love you (name here) on a rollercoaster ride.
When you know it will be your partner on the phone say I love you right when you answer it.
Look into her eyes, hold her hands and then silently whisper I love you.
When you are doing an everyday thing, just look at him, and lean over, give him a little peck and
say I love you.
The best idea was summed up in following user's comment: The best way of saying I love you is
showing it every moment, with every action, look, movement, kiss or words.
Compiled by Romance Staff.
Place notes in your lover's lunch telling him how much you love him.
Page you sweetheart with an I Love You page.
Give her a soft kiss.
Make everyday things special.
Give your love a little note or sending him an e-mail with a poem in it.
Listen to her every word.
Making a list of everything you love about them. No matter how stupid.
Spend quality time with the one you love.
Have flowers delivered with a note attached saying simply, "I love you."
Give unexpected hugs and kisses.
Cook them their favorite meal.
Hold each other when you fall asleep.
Just be together.
Give your love a long hard kiss on the lips, followed by a gift.
Sending romantic postcards on a daily basis.
Get off work early and surprise your sweetheart with a dozen roses and dinner, just because.
Spend all week thinking of something special for the weekend and then... do it!
Give him a loving smile from across the room.
Draw or obtain a new romantic picture of two lovers in each others grasp and give it to your love as a reminder of your passion.
If you live quite a distance from your love, surprise them with a visit.
When she is asleep in the morning, cover her with rose petals and wake her up to an I love you breakfast in bed.
Secretly write S-H-M-I-L-Y anywhere your lover will find it. SHMILY= See How Much I Love You.
Rub your nose on your sweetheart's nose!
Grab him by the waist, pulling him towards you, then softly touching his lips with yours.
Have a romantic weekend.
For a week, smothering your spouse with all the small intimate things they like.
Share a bottle of wine and a rose....
Do a simple act of kindness, such as a backrub when he feels sick, to brighten his day.
Make a big sign (like the ones you use for demonstrations) quoting "Did my heart love 'til now?
Forswear it sight, for I never saw true beauty 'til this night."
Make a web page for your girlfriend to tell her how much you love her.
Write long, erotic letters where you describe how much you love them.
Just Say It...
Whisper I love you in his ear while dancing a romantic slow melody.
Sitting outside under that stars and say, "I have never felt so special before... I owe this to you. I
love you."
Creep up on your lover and whisper I love you in their ear.
In the middle of your partner's conversation with someone else, lean over and whisper I love
you in their ear.
Scream I love you (name here) on a rollercoaster ride.
When you know it will be your partner on the phone say I love you right when you answer it.
Look into her eyes, hold her hands and then silently whisper I love you.
When you are doing an everyday thing, just look at him, and lean over, give him a little peck and
say I love you.
The best idea was summed up in following user's comment: The best way of saying I love you is
showing it every moment, with every action, look, movement, kiss or words.
Compiled by Romance Staff.
Thursday, February 09, 2006
How To Keep Your Romance Alive - Romantic Ideas
Give your partner a smile or soft kiss and just let them know you are there for them.
Cuddle together on the couch and watch a movie.
Cuddle together on the couch and talk about your dreams and future plans.
Ask each other out on dates.
Write sweet letters.
Always hug and kiss your love.
Send little gifts to them by surprise.
Call them up at work to remind them you love them.
Rub their feet.
Place love notes in their lunch.
Buy their favorite cookies and hide them for your love.
Flirt with your sweetheart when your in a store.
Blow an unexpected kiss.
Read to each other.
Surprise your partner to a romantic weekend together.
Tell your love how sexy and beautiful they are.
Give special surprises like little teddy bears with "I wanna sex you up" notes or something silly like that.
Kiss in a lot of different ways.
Send a romantic e-card.
Stick little notes in their car.
Bring flowers when they least expect it.
Take showers together.
Picnic under moonlight.
Give a single perfect rose for no reason at all.
Dance on the balcony.
Try Tantric Loving.
Put on your favorite songs and dance around in the kitchen.
Create love, friendship and devotion page for each other.
Write I love you on the bathroom mirror with a soap bar.
Have pizza with a love note delivered to your partners work.
Have coded messages to send pages to each other.
Cuddle up with your love in the cold.
Go hiking.
Ride horses.
Cook together.
Light candles, drink wine with strawberries and have lots of loving!
Keep a mini mailbox, leave the flag up when you've left a love note.
Pretend like you're meeting for the first time.
Get a babysitter.
Making It Intimate
Take one night each week and give into each other's sexual fantasies.
Buy new sexy clothes.
Get a red light bulb, a nice and sexy nighty, make a little dinner and then comes dessert.:)
Send your love x-rated e-mail.
Wear sexy lingerie.
Send your partner sexy websites by e-mail to let them know you're thinking about them.
Wednesday, February 08, 2006
Make Your Partner Feel Romantic...........
In one of our weekly questions we asked, "What makes you feel romantic?"
We've compiled the responses and made a list of things to make your partner feel romantic!
Romantic Ingredients
Candles (Candlelight)
Flowers/Roses
Champagne/Wine
Wearing Sexy Clothes
Love Letters
Soft Music
Poetry
Satin Sheets
Perfume/Cologne
Smell of Fresh Roses
Romantic Settings
Ocean/Beach
Rainy Day
Beach At Night
Romantic Bubble Bath
Dancing by Candlelight
Candlelit Dinner
Moonlit walks on the beach.
Picnic Dinner.
Express your love without holding back!
Romantic Acts
Give your love a surprise.
Do something to make your partner feel special.
Walking in the mountains at sunset.
Say I love you.
Kiss your love.
Give your love a backrub.
Just being with your love.
Take a bath together.
Go stargazing.
Call just to say I love you.
Pamper your love.
Hold hands.
Do something romantic for your love.
Compiled by Romance Staff
We've compiled the responses and made a list of things to make your partner feel romantic!
Romantic Ingredients
Candles (Candlelight)
Flowers/Roses
Champagne/Wine
Wearing Sexy Clothes
Love Letters
Soft Music
Poetry
Satin Sheets
Perfume/Cologne
Smell of Fresh Roses
Romantic Settings
Ocean/Beach
Rainy Day
Beach At Night
Romantic Bubble Bath
Dancing by Candlelight
Candlelit Dinner
Moonlit walks on the beach.
Picnic Dinner.
Express your love without holding back!
Romantic Acts
Give your love a surprise.
Do something to make your partner feel special.
Walking in the mountains at sunset.
Say I love you.
Kiss your love.
Give your love a backrub.
Just being with your love.
Take a bath together.
Go stargazing.
Call just to say I love you.
Pamper your love.
Hold hands.
Do something romantic for your love.
Compiled by Romance Staff
Tuesday, February 07, 2006
Making Your Partner Feel Loved ....
In one of our weekly questions we asked, "When do you feel most loved?" We then compiled all the responses and created the top 20 ways to make your partner feel loved!
Let Them Know How You Feel!
4. Send a sweet card for no reason at all.
5. Hold hands whenever possible!
6. Make your partner feel beautiful or good looking when they are sick or look their worst.
7. Brag about things your love may have accomplished.
8. Remember special holidays like anniversaries and birthdays.
9. Do the dishes after dinner or clean up when you're not expected to.
10. Rub your partner's shoulders while your watching T.V.
11. Ask your partner, "Is there anything I can do for you?".
12. Call in the middle of the night just to say I love you.
13. Dance close to each other to a slow, romantic song.
14. Give your love an unexpected kiss!
15. Stroke your partner's hair for no reason.
16. Tell your love they are beautiful first thing in the morning.
17. Listen to your love's problems and successes!
18. Send a loving e-mail, poem or letter to your loved one.
19. Express your love without holding back!
20. Make your partner feel good about themselves.
Compiled by Romance Staff
Let Them Know How You Feel!
1. When you or your partner come home from work greet your love like you haven't seen
them in years !
2. Stand up for your partner!
3. Give your love a big hug out of the blue.2. Stand up for your partner!
4. Send a sweet card for no reason at all.
5. Hold hands whenever possible!
6. Make your partner feel beautiful or good looking when they are sick or look their worst.
7. Brag about things your love may have accomplished.
8. Remember special holidays like anniversaries and birthdays.
9. Do the dishes after dinner or clean up when you're not expected to.
10. Rub your partner's shoulders while your watching T.V.
11. Ask your partner, "Is there anything I can do for you?".
12. Call in the middle of the night just to say I love you.
13. Dance close to each other to a slow, romantic song.
14. Give your love an unexpected kiss!
15. Stroke your partner's hair for no reason.
16. Tell your love they are beautiful first thing in the morning.
17. Listen to your love's problems and successes!
18. Send a loving e-mail, poem or letter to your loved one.
19. Express your love without holding back!
20. Make your partner feel good about themselves.
Compiled by Romance Staff
Monday, February 06, 2006
Moments You Feel Close To Your Partner.......
When do you feel closest to your partner?
1. When we truly communicate.
2. When we are affectionate. (Non-sexual)
3. When we make love.
4. When we spend quality time together.
5. When we cuddle in bed at night and talk.
6. When they are there for me when I need them to be.
7. Whenever we are near each other.
8. When they say I love you.
9. When we share a special moment together.
10. All the time.
Compiled by Romance Staff.
1. When we truly communicate.
2. When we are affectionate. (Non-sexual)
3. When we make love.
4. When we spend quality time together.
5. When we cuddle in bed at night and talk.
6. When they are there for me when I need them to be.
7. Whenever we are near each other.
8. When they say I love you.
9. When we share a special moment together.
10. All the time.
Compiled by Romance Staff.
Sunday, February 05, 2006
Ten Romantic Scents !
What is your favorite romantic scent?
1 : Vanilla
2 : Roses
3 : Scent of partner
4 : Scent of partner after shower
5 : Strawberries
6 : Musk
7 : Fresh flowers
8 : Lavendar
9 : Obsession cologne for men
10 : Peaches
Compiled by Romance Staff
Saturday, February 04, 2006
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
Friday, February 03, 2006
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
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
Thursday, February 02, 2006
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
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
Wednesday, February 01, 2006
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.
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.
Tuesday, January 31, 2006
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
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
Monday, January 30, 2006
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 :
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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.
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.
Saturday, January 28, 2006
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
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
Friday, January 27, 2006
Romantic Foods !
What is your favorite romantic food?
1. Pasta
Favorite Way Prepared:
Spaghetti, because of Lady and the Tramp!
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
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. Chocolate4. 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
Thursday, January 26, 2006
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
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
Wednesday, January 25, 2006
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
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
Tuesday, January 24, 2006
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.
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.
Monday, January 23, 2006
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
#2: Paris, France
#3: Venice, Italy
#9: Europe
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
#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.
#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.
#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!
#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!
#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!
Source : As voted by Lovingyou.com users!
Saturday, January 21, 2006
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,
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