Valentine's Day Ideas For Guys Who Need Some Help

So, you think that Christmas should have entitled you to some relief from holiday gift giving? Seems kind of unfair, huh, another special day when you have worry about a gift, wrapping paper, proper sizes, a card expressing just the right sentiment, and more. . .well, just more.

If you want to cut the fluff, but don't want to offend your honey, I have some suggestions.

What Do You Booth Need?

Is there something that you both need, that could pass as a gift? If you need to replace your coffeemaker, buy more dishes, or a four slice toaster, you could propose a couple gift - something you both need, and follow it up with a cozy shopping trip and lunch. This will eliminate the guesswork and liberate you from having to wrap something. It may even get you off the hook for a card.

Make an Easy Mini-Commitment for Valentine's Day

Do you need a picnic basket for those future sunny afternoons in the park, or a big fuzzy blanket for watching television together? Inexpensive gifts that promise a future of intimate moments together but don't sport a jewelers tag, can strike just the note of commitment you feel comfortable with, while still making her feel all warm and affectionate.

Bake Something, Really

Nothing says love to a woman like a man doing something domestic for her, especially if it's out of character. How hard can it be to make a batch of brownies, cookies, or cupcakes? Oh, a French toast breakfast wouldn't be bad either.

On Valentine's Day, going for the gusto doesn't mean breaking the bank or dropping down on one knee. Sometimes the best gifts are the ones that show her that you believe that the two of you will be around for next Valentine's Day.