{"id":80469,"date":"2021-02-09T09:00:52","date_gmt":"2021-02-09T09:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weddingdates.ie\/blog\/?p=80469"},"modified":"2024-05-13T13:20:25","modified_gmt":"2024-05-13T12:20:25","slug":"st_valentines_day_with_love","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/st_valentines_day_with_love\/","title":{"rendered":"Six Lockdown ways to fill your St. Valentine’s Day with Love"},"content":{"rendered":"

This year, we won\u2019t be heading \u201cout out\u201d for St. Valentine\u2019s. There\u2019ll be no dressing up, no favourite restaurant, no people watching. And, let\u2019s face it, many of us have never spent as much time together because of lockdown. However, with a little bit of planning, we can still make a Valentine\u2019s day full of love and memories. This year, it falls on a Sunday, so hopefully you\u2019ll find the time to have some fun and romance together. Here\u2019s six ideas for a special lockdown Valentine\u2019s Day.<\/span><\/h4>\n

Cards & Love Letters<\/b><\/h3>\n

This year is a great opportunity to up your card game. Make a card yourself, or write a love letter. \u00a0 A practice as old as time, a heartfelt letter is a chance to tell your partner (and remind yourself) of all the great things that you love about them.\u00a0 And, who doesn\u2019t need to hear that during a pandemic? You don\u2019t need to be a great writer, just speak from the heart. You\u2019ll be creating a lovely moment and a permanent keepsake.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Get organised in advance and tell your partner that you\u2019d like to exchange letters at the start of the day or at dinner. If you need help to get started <\/span>here\u2019s some inspiration<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Spa Days are not just for Girls<\/b><\/h3>\n

There\u2019s lots of ways to pamper yourselves at home – face masks, manicures, pedicures, massages (often a real novelty for the boys) or simply have a bath with luxurious bath bombs, candles and champagne. You can\u2019t beat fluffy socks and cosy dressing gowns for a snuggle on the couch. Spend the day giving each other some tlc and spend the night refreshed and comfortable. If you can, go for the trifecta of comfort – clean you, clean pjs and clean bedsheets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

To really upgrade each other\u2019s spa treatment, make a personalised spa kit\/hamper for your partner.\u00a0 Here\u2019s a great guide on what to<\/span> include in the perfect basket<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Movie Night<\/b><\/h3>\n

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It could be <\/span>Breakfast at Tiffany\u2019s<\/span><\/i> or perhaps <\/span>Titanic<\/span><\/i> is your ultimate couples\u2019 flick, either way, a romantic movie is a great way to finish up the day with a feel good factor. Keep the lights low, grab some blankets (or stay in your robe after your spa day!), and relax. Popcorn is mandatory.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re torn on which movie to watch, write down some of<\/span> the 40 most romantic Valentine’s Day movies<\/span><\/a>, and pick one out of a hat. Don\u2019t forget to include a couple of <\/span>sci-fi options<\/span><\/a> to keep everyone entertained.<\/span><\/p>\n

A Night at the Museum<\/b><\/h3>\n

We might think of museums as a strictly in-person experience, but it\u2019s possible to capture the grandeur (and romance) of a night at the museum through an online event. Stroll through the halls with a guided livestream or use VR to freely explore exhibits from all around the world. Check out some of the<\/span> best virtual tours<\/span><\/a> here.<\/span><\/p>\n

Top tip: If museums are not your thing – maybe your favourite bands are doing some live streaming, like <\/span><\/i>this charity concert <\/span><\/i><\/a>in aid of breast cancer research<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Meals in a million<\/b><\/h3>\n

You have three opportunities throughout the day to have some lovely food, and some time together. There\u2019s nothing nicer than a leisurely home-cooked breakfast, delicious coffee and the Sunday papers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Lunch could be a picnic on the patio (weather permitting) or get out for a walk and bring a flask and some goodies to enjoy in the car.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you decide on a special dinner, be sure to dress up and set the scene with the best cutlery, glasses, candles, and some soft jazz in the background. Don\u2019t cook something you\u2019ve never tried before, stay relaxed with recipes you know and love, or order in, and save yourself the trouble.\u00a0 Your favourite restaurant is likely to be doing a takeaway special.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Cocktail night<\/b><\/h3>\n

Create a mock drinks menu for the night.\u00a0 Take turns to \u201corder\u201d (make)\u00a0 for each other and try new things. Many <\/span>cocktails are easy to make<\/span><\/a>, with readily-available ingredients, and there are lots of resources available online.\u00a0 At the very least make sure you have your favourite drinks to hand.<\/span><\/p>\n

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No \u201cCouples Time\u201d To Yourselves?<\/b><\/h3>\n

If lockdown has you locked down with other people, getting some cosy romance going is not going to be easy, or fair, on your housemates.\u00a0 If you\u2019re at home with small children, get them involved too – they\u2019ll love the spa day, picnic, museum and movies and they will love to hear those words of love from their parents\u2019 love letters.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Older kids and adults might be less comfortable with public displays of affection but do include them in whatever you decide to do. After all, it is all about LOVE, and we all need an extra bit of that at the moment. Fill your St Valentine’s Day with love.<\/span><\/p>\n

Images from:<\/p>\n

Gr Stocks<\/a><\/p>\n

Annie Spratt<\/a><\/p>\n

Louis Hansel<\/a><\/p>\n

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