tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58371184568665792008-07-23T02:15:35.837-05:00Romance from the HeartMichael G Schurmannnoreply@blogger.comBlogger57125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-24475637562850199682008-07-02T21:31:00.000-05:002008-07-02T21:32:52.684-05:00<!--Begin Dynamic PSC Code--><br /><SCRIPT LANGUAGE="Javascript" SRC="http://buycostumes.pscsrv.net/serve.pl?mh=300&uid=2722681&usedesc=&imagesize=2&useprice=1&Keywords=&Name=&Catone=PET COSTUMES: Classic&Cattwo=C&colnum=3&bordercolor=000000&tablewidth=450&fontface=Arial Black&fontsize=2&vr=1&nh=&ww=1&sid="></SCRIPT><br /><!--End Dynamic PSC Code-->Michael G Schurmannnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-19313683100333859712008-02-12T22:22:00.001-06:002008-02-12T22:25:42.792-06:00500 secrets about every girl that guys should know<a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/500SecretsAboutGirls.php">500 secrets about every girl that guys should know.</a> You will soon be pushing a woman's emotional buttons as you learn how to talk with the one you love and learn how to touch with meaning.<br />So, you've found someone you think is really special and you want to know more about them, are you ready for the relationship to progress to more amorous emotions and deeds? To find out more about how to handle yourself and your special someone, you will want to visit Romance from the Heart to find out <a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/500SecretsAboutGirls.php">500 secrets about girls that guys should know</a>.<br />Once you read this book, you'll wonder how you ever got along without knowing these wonderful secrets of talking and touching, knowing just the right buttons you should push to have her scooting a bit closer to you and your heart, whether you wish to arouse her emotionally or physically.<br />Just remember that when following these tips and secrets that you must always be sincere in your intentions so as not to hurt or offend the girl that has captured your heart. By being honest in any relationship, you stand to grow within your own self, while encouraging a very special relationship with the woman in your life.<br /><a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/500SecretsAboutGirls.php">http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/500SecretsAboutGirls.php</a>Michael G Schurmannnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-85701415915618196392008-02-11T10:09:00.000-06:002008-02-11T10:15:30.361-06:00Ideas and tips for making romance and your relationships workAre you searching for ways to keep romance alive in your relationship? Although many may consider that the idea of love and romance are dead, this is simply not true. There is still hope for relationships and marriage. Sure, there may be many couples opting for a breakup or even divorce. However, so many others are true of heart that put in the time and effort to keep their love and relationships alive, every single day. At Romance from the Heart, you will find an interesting website that offers many different and exciting ideas for keeping faith, hope and love alive, whether you are striving to build the courage to pop the question or rekindle the love you and your significant other share with each other. If you have the desire to generate a lifetime of love and share it with those around you and especially that special someone who sets your world on fire with a deep burning passion, you should feel free to visit <a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/">Romance from the Heart.</a>Michael G Schurmannnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-10635959165129384982008-01-17T08:15:00.000-06:002008-01-17T11:12:57.528-06:00Thursday 13: 13 Cheap Valentine's Day Gifts<table cellspacing="0" align="center" border="1"><tbody><tr><td align="middle" bgcolor="#e88caa"><img src="http://intricateart.com/blog/thursdaythirteenpink.jpg" mce_src="http://intricateart.com/blog/thursdaythirteenpink.jpg" /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="BACKGROUND: #e88caa; TEXT-ALIGN: left" align="left"><center>Thirteen <strong>Cheap Valentine's Day Gifts</strong></center><center><strong></strong></center><div align="left">You don't have to be a millionaire to give the perfect gift on Valentine's Day...It just takes a little creativity, true love, and some planning ;-) </div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">This week, I'm going to share 13 ideas for cheap Valentine's Day Gifts (nothing more than 20 bucks) to get the creative wheels turning in time for February 14th. Cheap doesn't have to be unromantic...in fact, some of these would make better Valentine's Day gifts to me than <a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/BeMyValentineEngagementRing.php">jewelry</a> and <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=12993&userID=216197&productID=457697190">roses</a>!</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">1....Make your valentine <strong>a CD</strong> of carefully chosen songs that mean something to both of you. Avoid the break-p songs, even if they are favorites, and if you have a little experience with technology, add a recording of a <strong>personal love message</strong> somewhere in the middle for a nice surprise.</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">2...<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=12993&userID=216197&productID=457697329">Ghirardelli's chocolates </a>Not the most creative, but cheap and yummy!</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">3...A <strong>handmade note</strong> may seem like a cheesy gift for Valentine's Day, but not if you stretch it to a year long event! <a href="http://www.coloringcastle.com/pdfs/shapes/s-heart.pdf">Print 52 hearts </a>(PDF file)on colored construction paper, write a love note or special message on each one, and give your Valentine one heart a week beginning with Valentine's Day. <strong>Hide the hearts</strong> in your love's coat pocket, car, lunch bag, mail it, tape it to the bathroom mirror, etc.</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">4...If you're looking for a <strong>traditional Valentine's Day gift</strong> that is cheap and unique, consider a <a href="http://www.romanceher.com/?AID=5542301&PID=2492353/crystalpaperflowers.htm">crystal paper rose</a>. These are beautiful and they don't die!</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">5...Say <strong>I love you in creative ways</strong>. Make a trail of meaningful sayings from candy hearts, use magnetic or foam letters to spell out messages throughout the house, or get crazy with spray paint across the front lawn. The thought behind these make them special gifts.</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">6...Naturally creative people can woo their lover with a <strong>personalized poem</strong>, an essay on love, or a moonlight serenade of love songs. Draw a picture for your valentine, <strong>frame a special photograph</strong>, or write down all the reasons you're in love. Gifts from the heart are keepsakes that create memories.</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">7...Plan an <strong>evening in</strong> with romantic movies and lots of cuddling. Guys - this is a good time to watch those chick flicks your woman has been dying to see...yes, the one's you cringe at ;-)</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">8...Create a <strong>bouquet of red and pink balloons</strong>. Before blowing them up, stick a piece of candy, a love note, or some sort of cheap surprise inside each one. Tye them together with a colorful ribbon attached to a <strong>small stuffed animal</strong> or <strong>giant chocolate kiss</strong>. When the balloons deflate in a couple days, your valentine will get the other gifts.</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">9...<a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=12993&userID=216197&productID=457697332">Rich chocolate truffles </a>Chocolate is an aphrodisiac, even if it's not creative!</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">10...Surprise your valentine <strong>all day long</strong>. This idea will require some adjusting, depending on the schedules of you and your love. Instead of sending a dozen roses and a card, start the day with a rose, a note, a balloon, etc. Later in the day, have a friend drop off a second token of your affection at your Valentine's office, surprise your love with a sandwich lunch, leave a love note on the windshield, leave another trinket at home, and end the day with a final gift of love on the pillow before bed.</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">11...Get daring this year and play a romantic game that will heat up the night. If you need some help, check out <a href="http://michaelgs.100games.hop.clickbank.net/">100 great sex games </a>from Michael Webb.</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">12...There are a lot of ways to give your Valentine <strong>romantic coupons</strong>. Hide them around the house,wrap them in boxes, or put them in a card. Coupons are a good way to let your sweetheart choose their perfect gift. Things like an <strong>intimate massage</strong>, a fun night in, or even attending an event you usually don't enjoy can make wonderful <strong>gifts that cost next to nothing</strong>...and with coupons, your lover can redeem their gift when they want! If you're short on time or creativeness, try these <a href="http://www.romanticprintables.com/printables.shtml?hop=michaelgs">printable romantic coupons </a>and love notes. </div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">13...The Ultimate Cheap Valentine's Day Gift, at least in my opinion...Plan a <strong>romantic scavenger hunt</strong>, starting with a handmade note or card leading to another clue attached to a rose or chocolate kiss, finally ending with a candlelit dinner at home (<a href="http://southernfood.about.com/od/spaghettisauce/r/bln108.htm">spaghetti</a> or <a href="http://www.cooks.com/rec/doc/0,1635,149187-251206,00.html">lasagna</a> is an elegant meal that isn't too hard to prepare and doesn't cost a fortune.) Dessert can include a final clue leading to a romantic bubblebath and whatever else the night may hold ;-)</div><div align="left"> </div><div align="left"></div><div align="left">Share your own ideas for <strong>cheap Valentine's Day gifts</strong> in the comments and check back next week for Valentine's Day proposal ideas! </div><div align="left"> </div><div align="left">Interested in the <a href="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/Valentines/Index.php">history of Valentine's Day</a>?</div></td></tr></tbody></table><center><a href="http://thursdaythirteen.com/">Get the Thursday Thirteen code here!</a><br /><br /><br />The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! Trackbacks, pings, comment links accepted!<br /><br /><a href="http://technorati.com/tag/thursday+thirteen" rel="tag" mce_href="http://technorati.com/tag/thursday+thirteen">View More Thursday Thirteen Participants</a><br /><br /></center>Daniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10348047315261645479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-53808360239135347122008-01-03T06:51:00.000-06:002008-01-03T09:09:38.037-06:00Thursday 13: 13 Valentine's Day Surprises that may not be the most appreciated<table cellspacing="0" align="center" border="1"><tbody><tr><td align="middle" bgcolor="#c3a8ce"><img src="http://intricateart.com/blog/thursdaythirteenpurple.jpg" mce_src="http://intricateart.com/blog/thursdaythirteenpurple.jpg" /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="BACKGROUND: #c3a8ce; TEXT-ALIGN: left" align="left"><center>Thirteen Valentine's Day Gifts We <strong>Do Not</strong> <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Recommend</span></center><center> </center><div align="left">Is it too early to start thinking about Valentine's Day? Not for us - Valentine's Day is our favorite holiday around here :-) And it's only 6 weeks away!</div><div align="left"> </div><div align="left">Instead of starting out with romantic suggestions and intimate ideas that are sure to swoon the lover of your dreams (a <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=12993&userID=216197&productID=457697183">dozen roses </a>is a good start ;-) ), I thought we'd have a little fun with some ideas that are guaranteed to NOT turn your day into a fairytale love affair!</div><div align="left"> </div><ol><li><div align="left">The latest Jane Fonda workout DVD - even if you include chocolates! </div></li><li><div align="left">Tickets to <em>your</em> favorite sporting event, show, or other extravaganza may not be your special <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">someone's</span> idea of romance.</div></li><li><div align="left">Practical gifts women need are not the best choices for a memorable Valentine's Day. This includes <strong>tools</strong>, <strong>cleaning</strong> supplies, and <strong>kitchen</strong> accessories.</div></li><li><div align="left">While intimate clothing is an excellent choice for your Valentine, <strong>socks</strong> are not romantic.</div></li><li><div align="left">Men may think their cars are sexy, but women don't usually appreciate <strong>car parts</strong>, <strong>ice scrapers</strong>, or even car washes as romantic offerings.</div></li><li><div align="left">A surprise <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0215129/">video of you and someone </a>other than your partner is not a good idea for anytime of year, but especially not Valentine's Day.</div></li><li><div align="left">Champagne is romantic, especially in a <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=12993&userID=216197&productID=457697293">gift basket</a>, but a bottle of cheap liquor is not a favorite for Valentine's Day. You definitely don't want to pair it with a dirty magazine or movie <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">LOL</span> </div></li><li><div align="left"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">IOU's</span> do not make romantic gifts, at least on most <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">occasions</span>, especially if you admit to <strong>not having the time</strong> to get something.</div></li><li><div align="left">On a similar note, a Valentine's Day Card with nothing but a <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">hurriedly</span> scrawled signature - or worst yet, not signed at all - is not romantic.</div></li><li><div align="left">A box of candies that are your partner's least favorite, like the chocolate covered cherries my loving man presented me for no reason the other day in an attempt to be romantic, or even worse, treats that your special someone is <strong>allergic</strong> to are not usually found to be romantic by the recipient.</div></li><li><div align="left">Inviting your <strong>best friend and his or her date</strong> to your Valentine's Day celebration, especially if your valentine doesn't like this friend, is not a romantic idea.</div></li><li><div align="left">Your favorite team's logo or anything regarding your favorite cause, imprinted on <strong>clothing</strong>, is not romantic if the love of your life doesn't share your passion.</div></li></ol><p align="left">What's the <strong>most unromantic gift</strong> you've received? In my house, I'm the romantic...I post most of this stuff in hopes my husband will look over my shoulder as I type and get the hint <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">LOL</span>. </p><p align="left"> 13. My most unromantic gift ever was not a Valentine's Day Gift, but for my birthday. Not only were we out of town for <em>his</em> work for 6 weeks surrounding my birthday, he bought himself a new pair of <a href="http://www.birkenstockusa.com/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Birkenstocks</span></a> a couple days before my birthday. Sandals I had wanted for about 10 years! I think he took me out to dinner - with the kids! <strong>Not romantic</strong>! He's made up for it though ;-)</p><p align="left">If romantic ideas are what you're looking for, check out <a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/">Romance From the Heart </a>for tips, advice, and the latest hot romance ideas from Michael Webb.<br /></p></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /><center><a href="http://thursdaythirteen.com/" mce_href="http://thursdaythirteen.com">Get the Thursday Thirteen code here!</a><br /><br /><br />The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Thirteeners</span> is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">Trackbacks</span>, pings, comment links accepted!<br /><br /><a href="http://technorati.com/tag/thursday+thirteen" rel="tag" mce_href="http://technorati.com/tag/thursday+thirteen">View More Thursday Thirteen Participants</a><br /><br /></center>Daniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10348047315261645479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-2685936578731543822007-12-27T07:09:00.000-06:002007-12-27T10:32:01.063-06:00T13 - 13 Romantic New Year's Eve Ideas for Parents<table cellspacing="0" align="center" border="1"><br /><tbody><br /><tr><td align="middle" bgcolor="#abdf59"><img src="http://intricateart.com/blog/thursdaythirteengreen.jpg" mce_src="http://intricateart.com/blog/thursdaythirteengreen.jpg" /><br /></td></tr><br /><tr><br /><td style="BACKGROUND: #abdf59; TEXT-ALIGN: left" align="left"><br /><center>Thirteen Romantic Things to do on New Year's Eve, even if you have kids!</center><br /><center></center><br /><div align="left">Another year has come and gone! I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas - we did, even though the house is destroyed and relaxation was far from part of our holidays :-)</div><br /><div align="left"></div><br /><div align="left">So, how do you plan on bringing in the new year?</div><br /><div align="left"></div><br /><div align="left">I'm sure there are lots of people making reservations for New Year packages at their local hotels. Maybe you're heading off to a party at a friend's house or ringing in 2008 at your favorite nigh club, maybe you're throwing your own New Year's celebration or attending a midnight service at your community worship center...</div><br /><div align="left"></div><br /><div align="left">Well, not everyone is fortunate enough to have the time, the funds, or the babysitter to go out for New Year's Eve, so I thought I would put together a list of romantic ideas for New Year's Eve that can work even if you have children...</div><br /><div align="left"></div><br /><div align="center">13 romantic ways to bring in the new year without leaving home</div><br /><div align="center"></div><br /><ol><br /><li><br /><div align="left">Feed the little ones, do the <strong>bedtime routine</strong>, and tuck them in. If there are fireworks in your area, you may want to let them watch a few before bed or get them up for half an hour or so before midnight. </div></li><br /><li><br /><div align="left">Treat one another to a <strong>home spa experience</strong>: bubble bath, massages, if your man's in a really adventurous mood you can even try a refreshing face mask ;-) Don't forget scented candles to set the mood. <strong>Lavender</strong> is relaxing and arousing, <strong>rose</strong> is a romantic scent as well. This <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=12993&userID=216197&productID=457697335">gift basket </a>would be a perfect addition to these plans.</div></li><br /><li><br /><div align="left">Pop some popcorn and cuddle on the couch while you watch the <a href="http://www.timessquarenyc.org/nye/nye.html">festivities</a> in Times Square.</div></li><br /><li><br /><div align="left">Pull out the strobe light and your favorite cd's so you can enjoy your own <strong>dance club</strong> right in your living room. If dancing in your living room isn't already a habit, it's a good time to start ;-)</div></li><br /><li><br /><div align="left">Bundle up, grab a blanket, and <strong>watch the fireworks</strong> in your neighborhood, if possible. We live in a state where fireworks are legal so our neighborhood is quite a show. </div></li><br /><li><br /><div align="left">Shoot your own fireworks if you can. If not, try some <a href="http://www.fireworks.com/interactive/fireworks_show/default.asp">virtual fireworks </a>in the city of your choice. </div></li><br /><li><br /><div align="left">Enjoy a gourmet <strong>candle light dinner</strong> for two. If you don't feel like cooking, consider take-out from a local restaurant. <a href="http://steakout.com/">Steak Out Delivery </a>is available in some areas so you don't have to leave the house for a nice dinner out.</div></li><br /><li><br /><div align="left">Mix a pitcher of <a href="http://busycooks.about.com/od/beveragerecipe1/r/strawdaq.htm">daiquiris </a>together and relax.</div></li><br /><li><br /><div align="left">Save some of the <strong>strawberries</strong> from the daiquiris to feed each other with <strong>chocolate</strong> dip.</div></li><br /><li><br /><div align="left">Start a <strong>fire</strong> if you have a fireplace (or enjoy this <a href="http://members.aol.com/benedit1/boston2.html">virtual fireplace</a>, complete with sounds if you don't), drink <strong>hot cocoa</strong>, and look through <strong>pictures</strong> from past holidays together as you reminisce.</div></li><br /><li><br /><div align="left">Plan a night of <strong>bedroom fun</strong> to ensure a healthy and prosperous new year. Try a <a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/100greatsexgamesforcouples.php">sex game</a> from Michael Webb, try out a new flavored massage oil, or some other intimate adventure that you both will enjoy.</div></li><br /><li><br /><div align="left">Kiss passionately at midnight.</div></li><br /><li><br /><div align="left">Make a list of your top ten <strong>favorite memories of 2007</strong> and share them with one another.</div></li></ol><br /><p align="left">Valentine's Day is right around the corner so start planning your most romantic day of the year. We'd love to hear your ideas for the most romantic Valentine's Day ever...email them to us <a href="mailto:michaelgs@romancefromtheheart.com">here</a>! </p><br /><p align="left">Help me out by leaving <strong>suggestions</strong> for a <strong>romantic Valentine's Day 13 list</strong> in the comments and visit <a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/">Romance From the Heart </a>for all your relationship needs :-)</p><br /><div align="left"></div><br /><br /><p align="center"><a href="http://www.coolmyspacecomments.com/"><img title="Happy New Year Myspace Comments" src="http://s67.photobucket.com/albums/h317/rebeccabdream/happy-new-year/18.gif" border="0" /></a></p><br /><a href="http://www.coolmyspacecomments.com/"><span style="font-size:85%;">Happy New Year Comment Graphics</span></a></left><br /><br /><center></center><br /><center></center><br /><center><a href="http://thursdaythirteen.com/" mce_href="http://thursdaythirteen.com">Get the Thursday Thirteen code here!</a><br /><br /><br />The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! Trackbacks, pings, comment links accepted!<br /><br /><a href="http://technorati.com/tag/thursday+thirteen" rel="tag" mce_href="http://technorati.com/tag/thursday+thirteen">View More Thursday Thirteen Participants</a><br /><br /></center><br /><br /><br /><br /></td></tr></tbody><br /><br /></table>Daniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10348047315261645479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-6534642680481956622007-12-20T07:07:00.000-06:002007-12-20T11:46:29.012-06:00T13 - 13 Fun Holiday Ideas for Singles<table cellspacing="0" align="center" border="1"><tbody><tr><td align="middle" bgcolor="#e88caa"><img src="http://intricateart.com/blog/thursdaythirteenpink.jpg" mce_src="http://intricateart.com/blog/thursdaythirteenpink.jpg" /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="BACKGROUND: #e88caa; TEXT-ALIGN: left" align="left"><center>Thirteen Fun Holiday Ideas for <strong>Singles</strong></center><center> </center><div align="left">Whether you're single by choice or single by circumstance, being single during the holidays can become lonely at times, especially if you're a distance from your family. </div><div align="left"> </div><div align="left">There are a variety of events geared toward singles during the holidays. Being a part of these is a great way to meet new people, even if you're not looking for a relationship, but there are many other opportunities for singles to enjoy the joys of the season.</div><div align="left"> </div><ol><li><div align="left">Accept the party invitation you were considering, even if you don't have a date. Mingle and have fun. Don't forget a <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=12993&userID=216197&productID=457697297">holiday gift basket </a>for your host!</div></li><li><div align="left">Make hot cocoa and popcorn and invite a few close friends to watch your favorite holiday movies with you one evening.</div></li><li><div align="left">Throw your own holiday party. It may be a little late this year to plan anything elaborate, but you can still host a small gathering. Check out these <a href="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/Christmas/Christmas_Games.php">Christmas games </a>to keep your party interesting.</div></li><li><div align="left">Volunteering is an opportunity to be a part of the holiday cheer. Look for local opportunities that relate to your interests. You may even get a <a href="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/Christmas/Santa_Suits.php">Santa Suit </a>and help out at an area toy drive!</div></li><li><div align="left">Treat yourself. Plan a vacation, a trip to the spa, or take yourself on a mini shopping spree.</div></li><li><div align="left"><a href="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/Christmas/Christmas_Party_Supplies.php">Decorate</a> for the holidays. A festive home is the best way to enjoy your own holiday cheer.</div></li><li><div align="left">Enjoy one of your personal interests during the season. Join a craft class and create a special gift or frequent your religious organization.</div></li><li><div align="left"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Tis</span> the season to give. Make a point to donate to a charity, shop for a needy child, or even help sponsor a charity drive this holiday.</div></li><li><div align="left">If you're a single parent, consider getting creative and making simple gifts for family and friends together.</div></li><li><div align="left">Celebrate a holiday tradition from your childhood. Look at lights through your town, watch fireworks, or listen to carols while drinking cocoa.</div></li><li><div align="left">Visit a friend you haven't seen in a long time or a distanced family member you've been out of touch with.</div></li><li><div align="left">Organize a gift exchange or Secret Santa party at the office and include all your co-workers.</div></li><li><div align="left">If you're single and looking, check out <a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/ABetterWaytoDate.php">A Better Way to Date </a>by Michael Webb for the best tips for singles available.</div></li></ol><p align="left">Most of these ideas are great for singles, couples, and families alike. Being single for the holidays is not as bad as it sounds - enjoy the company of friends and family and spread the holiday cheer. :-)</p></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /><center><a href="http://thursdaythirteen.com/">Get the Thursday Thirteen code here!</a><br /><br /><br />The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Thirteeners</span> is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Trackbacks</span>, pings, comment links accepted!<br /><br /><a href="http://technorati.com/tag/thursday+thirteen" rel="tag" mce_href="http://technorati.com/tag/thursday+thirteen">View More Thursday Thirteen Participants</a></center>Daniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10348047315261645479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-24090396256228617142007-12-13T02:45:00.000-06:002007-12-13T03:00:44.938-06:0013 Holiday Ideas for Singles will be here next weekHello fellow romantics!<br /><br />The holidays are an especially important time of year to share love, joy, and memories with those who matter the most in your life, whether that may be your spouse, your children, your parents, your friends, or whoever.<br /><br />I'm taking a day off this week to enjoy the magic of the holidays with my children on the Great Smokey Mountain Railway rendition of the <a href="http://www.gsmr.com/">Polar Express</a>. Take some time to share holiday cheer with those you love and visit the <a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/">Romance from the heart </a>website for tips, tricks, and secrets to relationships, dating, and more.<br /><br />Check back next Thursday for some fun holiday ideas for singles!<br /><br /><br /><a title="MySpace Comments - Happy Holidays" href="http://www.satisfaction.com/codes/happy-holidays-comments-1.php" target="_blank"><img alt="MySpace Comments - Happy Holidays" src="http://s148.photobucket.com/albums/s4/karsmi123/hol/hol1501.gif" border="0" /></a><br /><a title="MySpace Layouts - Happy Holidays" href="http://www.satisfaction.com/" target="_blank"><img alt="MySpace Layouts - Happy Holidays" src="http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w285/kimmychilds/comment/comment.gif" border="0" /></a><br /><a title="MySpace Comments & Graphics Codes - Happy Holidays" href="http://www.satisfaction.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:85%;">Free Comments & Graphics</span></a><br /><br /><br />Danielle :-)Daniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10348047315261645479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-33293357252171800352007-12-12T05:57:00.000-06:002007-12-12T06:00:05.565-06:00Romance from the Heart, Romantics, and Lovers all who want to keep Romance alive.Are you searching for ways to keep romance alive in your relationship? Although many may consider that the idea of love and romance are dead, this is simply not true. There is still hope for relationships and marriage. Sure, there may be many couples opting for a breakup or even divorce. However, so many others are true of heart that put in the time and effort to keep their love and relationships alive, every single day.<br /><br />At Romance from the Heart, you will find an interesting website that offers many different and exciting ideas for keeping faith, hope and love alive, whether you are striving to build the courage to pop the question or rekindle the love you and your significant other share with each other.<br />If you have the desire to generate a lifetime of love and share it with those around you and especially that special someone who sets your world on fire with a deep burning passion, you should feel free to visit Romance from the Heart.Aspirahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15980097906238553796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-53619003094204249322007-12-06T10:27:00.000-06:002007-12-06T20:51:44.495-06:00Thursday 13: 12 romantic days of Christmas, plus one<center><img src="http://intricateart.com/blog/thursdaythirteen300.jpg" mce_src="http://intricateart.com/blog/thursdaythirteen300.jpg" /></center><br /><br /><center>Twelve Romantic Days of Christmas - Plus One</center><center></center><p>Christmas is a beautiful time of year and a wonderful time to relax with the ones you love, but it is just as stressful and frustrating as it is enjoyable for most of us.</p><p>Instead of subjecting your honey to the wrath of your holiday shopping rage this season, make him (or her) feel more loved than ever. </p><p>Gifts and tokens of your love don’t have to break the bank, just be creative, have fun, and most of all, make your lover feel appreciated.</p><p>Here’s my rendition of the 12 Romantic Days of Christmas, plus one:</p><p>On the <strong>first</strong> day of Christmas my true love gave to me, <strong>a relaxing massage</strong> at the end of my busy day. </p><p>On the <strong>second</strong> day of Christmas my true love gave to me, <strong>two glasses of champagne</strong> in our engraved wedding glasses. (This is adapted from an idea by Michael Webb, romance expert and author of top-seller <a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/50SecretsofBlissfulRelationships.php">50 Secrets of a Blissful Relationship</a>)</p><p>On the <strong>third</strong> day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, a <strong>passionate kiss</strong> in the morning, another in the afternoon, and a third passionate kiss before bed. </p><p>On the <strong>fourth</strong> day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, a <strong>cuddly teddy bear</strong> holding a picture of the two of us and a sweet <strong>love poem</strong> wrapped with a new pony tail holder. </p><p>On the <strong>fifth</strong> day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, <strong>5 Christmas cookies</strong> wrapped in short, but romantic, love notes. </p><p>On the <strong>sixth</strong> day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, a sensual <strong>bubble bath</strong>, surrounded by 4 aromatic <strong>candles</strong>, and a fluffy new loofah…and <strong>joined me</strong> in the tub. </p><p>On the <strong>seventh</strong> day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, 2 <strong>scrambled eggs</strong>, 2 strips of <strong>bacon</strong>, two pieces of <strong>toast</strong>, and a glass of orange juice - <strong>in bed</strong>. </p><p>On the <strong>eighth </strong>day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, 8 <a href="http://www.romanticprintables.com/printables.shtml?hop=michaelgs">coupons</a> for everything from <strong>housework</strong> to <strong>cuddling</strong>! </p><p>On the <strong>ninth</strong> day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, a romantic take-out <strong>dinner</strong>, complete with candlelight, hot cocoa, a fire in the fireplace, a <strong>babysitter</strong>, a <strong>movie</strong>, and plenty of wrapping paper, for a much more <strong>enjoyable wrapping session</strong> :-)</p><p>On the <strong>tenth</strong> day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, a <strong>CD</strong> with 10 of our <strong>favorite songs</strong>.</p><p>On the <strong>eleventh</strong> day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, 11 <strong>red roses</strong> and a note to find the twelfth at my favorite restaurant for a <strong>quiet dinner</strong>. </p><p>On the <strong>twelfth</strong> day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, 12 <strong>candy cane Hershey Kisses</strong>--these are really yummy if you haven’t tried them yet ;-) That’s why I saved them for day 12! </p><p>And the bonus romantic day of Christmas is for those who have the time and the resources to pull off a one night holiday getaway…maybe a New Year’s Eve treat?<br />Reserve a <strong>room</strong>, go out to <strong>dinner</strong>, and enjoy! Don’t forget a <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantID=12993&userID=216197&productID=457697343"><strong>basket of romantic goodies</strong> </a>to complete your evening. </p><p>I know that not everyone has a significant other for the holidays, so next week, 13 fun holiday ideas for singles!<br /><br /></p><center><a href="http://thursdaythirteen.com/" mce_href="http://thursdaythirteen.com">Get the Thursday Thirteen code here!</a><br /><br /><br />The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! Trackbacks, pings, comment links accepted!<br /><br /><a href="http://technorati.com/tag/thursday+thirteen" rel="tag" mce_href="http://technorati.com/tag/thursday+thirteen">View More Thursday Thirteen Participants</a></center>Daniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10348047315261645479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-35757350202143143722007-12-06T05:58:00.000-06:002007-12-06T06:02:53.411-06:00<h1 align="center"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The Christmas Season </span></h1><br /><p align="justify"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Parliament was out of session, and upper class families retired to their country homes for the Christmas season, where they enlivened the local shire with festivities a-plenty. In fact, it’s been said that the locals in the countryside voiced displeasure if the “great families” chose to spend the Christmas season in town ( London), rather than organizing activities around their estates. Hunting was among the most popular winter activities, and traditionally, the day after Christmas brought a festive foxhunt! </span></p><br /><p align="center"><iframe style="WIDTH: 120px; HEIGHT: 240px" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" src="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=theultiworkfr-20&o=1&p=8&l=as1&asins=0061245542&fc1=000000&IS2=1&lt1=_blank&lc1=0000FF&bc1=000000&bg1=FFFFFF&f=ifr&nou=1" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe></p><p align="left"><a href="http://thehalloweenshoppe.com/Christmas/Christmas_Traditions.php">For more from this auther, Eloisa James, follow this link.</a></p>Michael G Schurmannnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-57636905019792386822007-12-05T13:16:00.000-06:002007-12-05T13:20:08.387-06:00The Christmas Feast:The Christmas feast was an elaborate affair, and in grand households, often featured an array of food beyond modern imagining: roasted swan, venison, peacocks (with spread tail and gilded beak) and – the crowning achievement – a boar’s head. There was also a variant on mincemeat pie…a huge stuffed pastry, filled with minced meats that had been sweetened with sugar and dried fruits. Christmas pudding was also popular, but it was a savory affair, made with meat broth, chopped tongue, raisins, fruit juice, wine and spices, thickened with breadcrumbs. And the holidays had a special comfort food, as well: furmenty, a hot cereal made with wheat slowly stewed in milk, served with raisins, sugar and spices, was quite popular.<br /><a href="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/Christmas/Christmas_Traditions.php">For more from the author, Eloise James, please follow this link. </a>Michael G Schurmannnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-65234313050202589902007-12-05T10:48:00.000-06:002007-12-05T10:53:10.136-06:00Keeping Romance in your Relationship.Are you searching for ways to keep romance alive in your relationship? Although many may<br />consider that the idea of love and romance are dead, this is simply not true. There is still<br />hope for relationships and marriage. Sure, there may be many couples opting for a breakup<br />or even divorce. However, so many others are true of heart that put in the time and effort to<br />keep their love and relationships alive, every single day.<br />At <strong><a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/">Romance from the Heart</a></strong>, you will find an interesting website that offers many different and<br />exciting ideas for keeping faith, hope and love alive, whether you are striving to build the<br />courage to pop the question or rekindle the love you and your significant other share with<br />each other. If you have the desire to generate a lifetime of love and share it with those around you and<br />especially that special someone who sets your world on fire with a deep burning passion, you<br />should feel free to visit <strong><a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/">Romance from the Heart.</a></strong>Michael G Schurmannnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-15164991410665296902007-12-03T20:43:00.000-06:002007-12-03T20:53:11.734-06:00Retrieve A Lost Love, Get your Ex BackThe word is out! Have you heard the good news? If you have been searching high and low for some amazing relationship information that can help you bring back the love in your life, you have come to the right place to find it, but do not just take our word for it.<br /><br />Come visit to Romance from the Heart to see what everyone is saying after reading this phenomenal and inspirational ebook that seems to reach out and take you be the hand while helping you understand your own self and your ex.<br /><br />Many couples are getting back together, some of them even over night to work on making their relationship the best that it can be. You can retrieve a lost love, get back your ex if you just cannot live without them and this amazing ebook can help you learn to do just that.Aspirahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15980097906238553796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-74953467653130443962007-12-02T20:33:00.000-06:002007-12-02T20:39:34.054-06:00Creating Holiday Magic and Memories That Last a Lifetime: Santa SuitsA genuine Santa suit is an essential part of celebrating the magic and romance of the holidays. Here’s a true story that explains what I mean:<br /><br />The children carefully and precisely signed their names on the square, white napkin that lay beside Santa’s fresh baked cookies and tall glass of low-fat milk, before hurriedly brushing their teeth and crawling into bed. They drifted off to sleep with smiles on their faces as they dreamed of the surprises Santa promised.<br /><br />Mom snuggled under her blanket next to the fire and began the final touches to the last holiday afghan she was crocheting. The intense glow and rhythmic crackling of the fire engulfed her and she worked away, oblivious to the bearded man slowly creeping up behind the couch.<br /><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/Christmas/Santa_Suits.php">Click here to finish reading this story</a> <a href="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/Christmas/Santa_Suits.php">about the magic of a Santa suit</a></div><div align="center"> </div>Daniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10348047315261645479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-74854982326185534112007-11-28T23:48:00.000-06:002007-11-29T08:30:28.045-06:00Thursday 13 -- Romantic Ideas for the Holidays<table cellspacing="0" align="center" border="1"><tbody><tr><td align="middle" bgcolor="#ffffff"><img src="http://intricateart.com/blog/thursdaythirteen300.jpg" mce_src="http://intricateart.com/blog/thursdaythirteen300.jpg" /><br /></td></tr><tr><td style="BACKGROUND: #ffffff; TEXT-ALIGN: left" align="left"><center>Thirteen <strong>Romantic Ideas for the Holidays</strong></center><p><br /><br />The holiday season is already on top of us and, I don't know where you're at, but in my neck of the woods it's cuddling and snuggling weather already! Here are some suggestions for getting closer to your lover this holiday season:</p><ol><li><strong>Hang your stockings by the chimney with care</strong> and fill your lover's full of kisses and maybe a bottle of scented massage oil :-)</li><li>Schedule a special time for an <strong>intimate gift exchange</strong>. With three kids and a Christmas birthday, my husband and I don't always have a lot of money to spend on gifts for one another. Even a simple, personal <a href="http://www.romanticprintables.com/printables.shtml?hop=michaelgs">coupon book </a>can be a appreciated gift that gives all year long.</li><li>Bundle up, fill a thermos full of hot chocolate, and take a walk through your local downtown or a quiet neighborhood with plenty of <strong>decorations</strong>. Hold hands and enjoy the nostalgia of Christmas lights.</li><li><strong>Trim the tree</strong> together. In my house, decorating can be stressful. Don't let it get the best of you. Put on your favorite Christmas music and take advantage of how close you can get stringing lights!</li><li>Plan a <strong>private Christmas party</strong>. Spending time with friends and family can leave you almost too tired for one another! Check out our <a href="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/Christmas/Christmas_Party_Supplies.php">party supplies </a>and set aside a time for your own party, just the two of you.</li><li>Dress properly for your private holiday celebration. Try a slinky dress or even a <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-2722681-10390395?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/20920/ProductDetail.aspx?REF=AFC-showcase&sid=">sexy Santa babe costume</a> to keep things warm. Guys, put on her favorite shirt--the one she says brings out your eyes--and leave the sweat pants in the closet! </li><li>Hang the <strong>mistletoe</strong>! Put a sprig in a place the two of you have to pass underneath at least a few times a day. </li><li>Surprise your lover with <strong>little gifts all month</strong> long. Sneak a few Christmas cookies into his briefcase or wrap some lingerie in a tiny box and slip it into her purse before work. Check back next week for the 12 Romantic Days of Christmas Plus 1!</li><li>Turn down the lights, turn on the tree, pour some eggnog, and cuddle on the couch with the best <strong>holiday movies</strong>. Lifetime Movies has some classics, as well as a few new ones, that you both may enjoy!</li><li>Find out if you've been naughty or nice when you take the <strong>holiday cheer to the bedroom</strong>. Play a <a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/100greatsexgamesforcouples.php">sex game </a>to help you both ease the stress of this time of year. </li><li><strong>Play in the snow</strong>. If you're like me and live in an area where it may not snow this winter, plan a drive to a ski slope if possible. Have a snowball fight, act like teeenagers in love, and enjoy some quality time together trying to get warm :-) </li><li>Help someone together. The holidays are a great time to <strong>share with those less fortunate</strong>. Select a cause together this year. Volunteer at a local shelter, buy a gift for a child through a local program, or organize a food drive together. </li><li>Go Christmas shopping together and <strong>pretend you're newlyweds</strong>. See if you can get anyone to ask if you were just married! </li></ol><p>Feel free to share your romantic holiday traditions in the comments!</p></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /><center><a href="http://thursdaythirteen.com/" mce_href="http://thursdaythirteen.com">Get the Thursday Thirteen code here!</a><br /><br /><br />The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others' comments. It’s easy, and fun! Trackbacks, pings, comment links accepted!<br /><br /><a href="http://technorati.com/tag/thursday+thirteen" rel="tag" mce_href="http://technorati.com/tag/thursday+thirteen">View More Thursday Thirteen Participants</a><br /><br /></center>Daniellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10348047315261645479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-67653645443414233312007-11-26T17:42:00.000-06:002007-11-26T17:46:39.469-06:00500 Secrets About Girls Every Guy Should Know!So, you've found someone you think is really special and you want to know more about them, are you ready for the relationship to progress to more amorous emotions and deeds? To find out more about how to handle yourself and your special someone, you will want to visit Romance from the Heart to find out 500 secrets about girls that guys should know.<br /><br />Once you read this book, you'll wonder how you ever got along without knowing these wonderful secrets of talking and touching, knowing just the right buttons you should push to have her scooting a bit closer to you and your heart, whether you wish to arouse her emotionally or physically.<br /><br />Just remember that when following these tips and secrets that you must always be sincere in your intentions so as not to hurt or offend the girl that has captured your heart. By being honest in any relationship, you stand to grow within your own self, while encouraging a very special relationship with the woman in your life.Aspirahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15980097906238553796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-43625121320332447382007-11-18T18:05:00.000-06:002007-11-18T18:08:32.971-06:00Is Online Dating a Good Choice for You?Are you tired of the same old dating scene or a non-existent dating scene, because of the shortage of potential matches in your local singles scene? It is possible to meet other individuals with potential matching profiles, when you take the time to make personal connections with online dating. You can also keep your confidential information secret, so someone does not bother you you hold no interest in knowing.<br /><br />Visit Romance from the Heart now, to find out all the little tips and information about online dating and making personal connections before you begin, so you are ready for all the different situations that may arise while you get to know others online.Aspirahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15980097906238553796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-48620748709992839172007-11-14T06:42:00.000-06:002007-11-14T06:46:36.405-06:00Resources and LinksOn the romance from the heart resource page, you will find a nice selection of different links that lead you to some of the other online sites that we find to be impressive. Whether it is an interest in working from home, finding the best Halloween costumes or books and other items of romance or simply you wish to find an area to access the Thursday 13 code for your own website, you are cordially invited to visit our resources and links page to find just what you are looking for. Also, please remember to check back often, as there will more resources and links added as they become available.<br /><br />Since romance from the heart is your one stop for learning about romance, love and relationships you will find that we will be adding more interesting links for your reading and learning pleasure, please feel free to visit often as well as share these links of information with your family and friends. Remember, if you would like more information, subscribe to Romance from the heart now, for the very latest in love, romance and all those special little things that makes your heart sing!Aspirahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15980097906238553796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-28032435099016679752007-11-10T13:23:00.001-06:002007-11-10T13:26:52.688-06:00HOW DO YOU DECIDE WHOM TO MARRY?Have you ever wondered how children see love, marriage and relationships? What do they really think, and how do they feel about it. Love, marriage and relationships are very serious subjects for most adults, however, here you will find out just what some kids think about what makes the world go round.<br /><br />For instance, you will find out what boys and girls think about whom to marry, as well as some of the reasons to marry, the perfect age to get married and how to tell if a couple is married. If you are searching for some of the answers to these questions, you really should take a look at what children think of these wonderful and sometimes tragic romances of the heart and soul.<br /><br />Other areas of interest might be what to do when a date goes sour, what you do while on a date and when it is OK to kiss your date. They also leave a few tips on being single or married as well as how to compliment your mate.Aspirahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15980097906238553796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-33533802981981123182007-11-10T13:23:00.000-06:002007-12-05T23:31:24.666-06:00HOW DO YOU DECIDE WHOM TO MARRY?Have you ever wondered how children see love, marriage and relationships? What do they really think, and how do they feel about it. Love, marriage and relationships are very serious subjects for most adults, however, here you will find out just what some kids think about what makes the world go round.<br /><br />For instance, you will find out what boys and girls think about whom to marry, as well as some of the reasons to marry, the perfect age to get married and how to tell if a couple is married. If you are searching for some of the answers to these questions, you really should take a look at what children think of these wonderful and sometimes tragic romances of the heart and soul.<br /><br />Other areas of interest might be what to do when a date goes sour, what you do while on a date and when it is OK to kiss your date. They also leave a few tips on being single or married as well as how to compliment your mate.Aspirahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15980097906238553796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-83600540731422558812007-11-08T11:53:00.000-06:002007-11-08T12:06:34.756-06:00Become a Super-Kisser taught by a Romance From The Heart Expert<span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Do you know the top 5 reasons that make or break a great kiss? If not, you should visit Romance from the Heart to find out what we found out. You too can be a most marvelous kisser. You will be able to learn these reasons as well as tips and techniques, while reading a great ebook on kissing.<br /><br />You know you want too, so get on over to the best romance site on the web to learn more about kissing as well as romance, dating, love and relationships.<br /><br />Whether you are just starting out as a new kisser or you have been kissing for years, there are exciting new things to learn and try out on your special someone!</span></span>Aspirahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15980097906238553796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-64464384247304491822007-09-25T17:18:00.000-05:002007-09-26T23:02:21.817-05:00<h1 align="center"><span style="color:#000000;">Thirteen Halloween Couple Costumes </span></h1><br /><p><span style="font-size:100%;color:#000000;">Halloween Activities and Costumes for Couples</span></p><br /><p><span style="font-size:100%;color:#000000;">There are lots of events and occasions in life that are much more fun when they are shared with someone special. Halloween is one of those times. Bonfires, hayrides, spooky venues, and the crisp, cool night air are the perfect setting for snuggling close and cuddling, while celebrations and Halloween parties are also ideal opportunities to have fun together. There are a variety of Halloween costumes for couples to make your night memorable and even more exciting.</span></p><br /><p><span style="font-size:100%;color:#000000;">Dressing up together is a lot of fun and the possibilities for Halloween costumes for couples are endless. The best couple’s costume for you and your sweetheart will depend on your individual tastes and interests, as well as your plans for Halloween. There are so many different activities and happenings planned each year for Halloween, that the decision of what to do and where to go may be just as difficult as choosing a costume!</span></p><br /><span style="font-size:100%;color:#000000;">If you have young children and plan to celebrate Halloween as a family, you can still dress up together. There are plenty of Halloween costumes for couples that are family-friendly and many can be adapted to include the entire family, even the dog! Whether you’re trick-or-treating with the little ones or attending a family Halloween party, these Halloween costumes for couples are sure to be a hit.</span><br /><p align="justify"><span style="font-size:100%;color:#000000;">For mild, but still sexy Halloween costumes, try family friendly television and movie characters and other traditional themes that are not too revealing. </span></p><br /><p><span style="color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/Product/17749/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/Daphne.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a></span> <a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/17747/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/Fred.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a></p><br /><p><span style="color:#000000;">1. <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/Product/17749/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Daphne</a></strong> and <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/17747/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Fred</a></strong> from Scooby Doo </span></p><br /><p><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/24/Product/12914/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/MrIncredible.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/21433/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/MrsIncredible.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a></p><br /><p><span style="color:#000000;">2. <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/24/Product/12914/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Mr</a></strong>. and <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/21433/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Mrs. Incredible</a></strong></span></p><br /><p><strong><span style="color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/24/Product/21052/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/pepples.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/21051/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/Bam-bam.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a></span></strong></p><br /><p><span style="color:#000000;">3. <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/24/Product/21052/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Pebbles</a></strong> Flintstone and <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/21051/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Bam-Bam</a> </strong>Rubble </span></p><br /><p><span style="color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/20820/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/geppetto.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/20831/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/marionette.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a></span></p><br /><p align="justify"><span style="color:#000000;">4. <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/20820/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Geppetto</a></strong> the Toymaker and one of his <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/20831/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">marionette puppets</a></strong><br /><br />(this one’s not really too sexy for the guys, but a good Halloween costume for couples attending a family oriented celebration.)</span></p><br /><p align="justify"></p><br /><p align="center"><span style="color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/24/Product/18090/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/jasmine.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/12919/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/alladin.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a></span></p><br /><p><span style="color:#000000;">5. <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/24/Product/18090/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Jasmine</a></strong> and <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/12919/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Aladdin</a></strong></span></p><br /><p><span style="font-size:100%;color:#000000;">If there are no children involved in your Halloween plans, you can spice up the evening with a more seductive and revealing costume. There are a great selection of sexy Halloween costumes for couples and plenty of fun opportunities to wear them together. You may decide to attend a party at a local nightclub or hosted by a friend. Most Halloween parties feature costume contests with a variety of categories. Halloween costumes for couples are often found among the winners.</span></p><br /><span style="font-size:100%;color:#000000;">If you’re not going to a Halloween party, you can still dress up together. Visit a haunted house or two in your disguise, enjoy the stares as you have an incognito dinner out, or plan a private Halloween party at home for just the two of you. Sexy Halloween costumes for couples can quickly lead to an exciting night of romance when you dress up together at home.</span><br /><p align="justify"><span style="font-size:100%;color:#000000;"></span></p><br /><p align="center"><span style="font-size:100%;color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/60/Product/21965/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/hefner.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/60/Product/31880/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/princess.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a></span></p><br /><p><span style="color:#000000;">6. <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/60/Product/21965/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Hugh Hefner</a> </strong>and a <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/60/Product/31880/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Playboy princess</a></strong></span></p><br /><p><strong><span style="color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/45/20/Product/31940/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/sergeant.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/60/Product/31877/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/bootcamp.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a></span></strong></p><br /><p><span style="color:#000000;">7. An <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/45/20/Product/31940/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">army sergeant</a> </strong>and <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/60/Product/31877/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">boot camp babe</a></strong></span></p><br /><p><strong><span style="color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Search_All_wolf/Category/126/Product/37387/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/riding%20hood.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Search_All_wolf/Category/126/Product/21725/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/wolf.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a></span></strong></p><br /><p><span style="color:#000000;">8. <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Search_All_wolf/Category/126/Product/37387/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Little Red Riding Hood</a> </strong>and the <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Search_All_wolf/Category/126/Product/21725/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Big Bad Wolf</a></strong></span></p><br /><p><strong><span style="color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/45/Product/21458/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/clementine.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/21459/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/dangle.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a></span></strong></p><br /><p><span style="color:#000000;">9. Reno 911 officers, <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/45/Product/21458/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Clementine</a></strong> and <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/21459/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Dangle</a></strong></span></p><br /><p><strong><span style="color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/45/Product/21981/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/referee.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Search_All_tight%20end/Category/126/Product/31937/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/football%20player.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a></span></strong></p><br /><p><span style="color:#000000;">10. A <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/45/Product/21981/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">sexy referee</a> </strong>and <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Search_All_tight%20end/Category/126/Product/31937/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">football player</a> </strong></span></p><br /><p><strong><span style="color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/20/45/Product/31965/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/policeman.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/31236/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/prisoner.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a></span></strong></p><br /><p><span style="color:#000000;">11. <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/20/45/Product/31965/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Policeman</a></strong> and <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/31236/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">sexy prisoner</a></strong></span></p><br /><p><strong><span style="color:#000000;"><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/20/45/Product/31941/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/gangster.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/31942/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/moll.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a></span></strong></p><br /><p><span style="color:#000000;">12. A couple of gangsters from the ‘20s, <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/20/45/Product/31941/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">his</a></strong> and <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/0/Product/31942/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">hers</a></strong></span></p><br /><p><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/20/Product/17251/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/pimp.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/45/Product/31403/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank"><img height="200" src="http://www.thehalloweenshoppe.com/13couples/millionDollar.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a></p><br /><p><span style="color:#000000;">13. An Easy Street <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/20/Product/17251/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Pimp</a> </strong>and <strong><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/click-2492353-10425830?url=http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/126/42/45/Product/31403/ProductDetail.aspx" target="_blank">Million Dollar Ho</a> </strong></span></p><br /><p><span style="font-size:100%;color:#000000;">Whatever your plans this Halloween, make it more fun and create lasting memories by dressing up together. There are tons of ideas for Halloween costumes for couples, from family cartoon classics to steamy, sexy, and provocative. Choose your favorite and plan an unforgettable Halloween for two! </span></p><br /><p></P><br /><center><br />The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! Be sure to update your Thirteen with links that are left for you, as well! I will link to everyone who participates and leaves a link to their 13 things. Trackbacks, pings, comment links accepted!<br /><br /><a href="http://technorati.com/tag/thursday+thirteen" rel="tag">View More Thursday Thirteen Participants</a><br /><br /></center><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://www.blenza.com/linkies/autolink.php?owner=michaelgs&postid=27Sep2007&meme=tt"></script>Michael G Schurmannnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-9632822596234459382007-09-16T13:18:00.000-05:002007-09-16T13:22:38.732-05:00The Perfect Romantic Picnic for Two<a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/uploaded_images/advertise1-722417.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/uploaded_images/advertise1-722412.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />Summer’s officially over, but there’s still plenty of time to squeeze in one last romantic picnic for two! For the perfect romantic picnic, the menu should be simple and the setting should be secluded and quiet. Here’s my favorite romantic picnic idea:<br /><br />The food: summer sausage, baby Swiss cheese, crusty French bread, Dijon mustard, fresh fruit like grapes, oranges, and strawberries with chocolate dip, and a nice merlot<br /><br />The setting: late afternoon or early evening, just before sunset. A short, easy hike to some place with a beautiful view (I personally prefer a quiet beach)<br /><br />Pack your food in something easy to carry (backpacks work well if you’re hiking) and don’t forget glasses, a blanket, and a knife to cut the bread and sausage. You may want a few napkins as well and I bring along a couple candles and matches to add to the romantic mood.<br /><br />When was the last time you had a romantic picnic for two? Leave your ideas for romantic picnics in the comments.<br /><br />Picnics also make romantic proposal locations. <strong><a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/PoppingTheQuestion.php">Click here for more ideas for romantic proposals!</a></strong><br /><br /><a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/uploaded_images/advertise1-722417.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/uploaded_images/advertise1-722412.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>Michael G Schurmannnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5837118456866579.post-9681055167849174762007-09-13T08:35:00.000-05:002007-09-13T08:42:54.035-05:00Thursday 13: 13 Romantic Things to Do For Halloween<strong></strong><a href="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/uploaded_images/TTheader_spooky-776546.gif"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.romancefromtheheart.com/uploaded_images/TTheader_spooky-776544.gif" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Thursday 13: 13 Romantic Things to Do For Halloween<br /><br />Halloween isn’t too far away and it’s the perfect time to get close and cuddly with your special someone. Here are 13 of my favorite romantic things to do for Halloween.<br /><br />1. Visit the local pumpkin patch and pick out a pumpkin to carve together. Make a romantic evening out of carving it.<br />2. Create a new holiday tradition together, whether you buy each other a special treat, bake a pumpkin pie, or enjoy hot cider on a hayride.<br />3. Choose costumes for one another without the other knowing and dress up together in whatever your sweetie has chosen.<br />4. Walk through a haunted corn maze together. Haunted trails and houses are a great way to get close and the lonely corn field is a perfect location for stealing a few romantic kisses.<br />5. Once the kids are wore out from trick or treating, put them to bed, pop some popcorn, and heat up a couple mugs of spiced cider, then snuggle together on the couch for a night of scary movies that will keep you close.<br />6. Visit a graveyard after dark and creep around scaring each other. Make sure the graveyard is open to avoid trouble.<br />7. Stay home and pass out candy together. When the little ghouls and goblins have all gone home, turn down the lights and dress in your own sexy <a href="http://www.buycostumes.com/CategoryPage/AdultCostumes_126.aspx?REF=AFC-text&AID=7153699&PID=2492353"><strong>Halloween costumes</strong></a> for some trick-or-treating fun of your own.<br />8. Decorate your house and yard together. Take pictures and make a scrapbook page or Halloween collage together to remember the occasion.<br />9. Take a trip to your local fall carnival or harvest festival. Play games together and win prizes for your sweetie. Savor the scrumptious fall foods and act like teenagers again.<br />10. Plan a romantic gothic dinner for two. Decorate with candles and creepy skulls and bones, dress up in your favorite vampire costumes, and enjoy an eerie dinner alone by the flickering candles. Serve a deep red wine in heavy goblets<br />11. Dress up as a medieval knight and spend the entire evening charming your sweetheart with chivalry.<br />12. Carve a special pumpkin for your honey while they are away and surprise them by placing it on the front step before they get home. Try carving hearts or ‘I Love You’ in the Jack-O-Lantern.<br />13. Dress up as a bride and groom and go trick-or-treating together. Make arrangements with a friend to give your ‘bride’ her special treat and propose at the front door.<br /><br />What are your favorite romantic ideas for Halloween?<br /><br />The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! Be sure to update your Thirteen with links that are left for you, as well! I will link to everyone who participates and leaves a link to their 13 things. Trackbacks, pings, comment links accepted!<br /><br /><a href="http://technorati.com/tag/thursday+thirteen" rel="tag">View More Thursday Thirteen Participants</a><br /><br /><center></center><br /><br /><script src="http://www.blenza.com/linkies/autolink.php?owner=michaelgs&postid=13Sep2007&meme=tt" type="text/javascript"></script>Michael G Schurmannnoreply@blogger.com