Princess Lessons ~ On Being Romantic
I’ve had a few people write asking me about how to spoil their special Prince or Princess on February 14th, so I thought it would be fun to talk about some ways to make this holiday a little more special
We all have a pretty clear idea of the typical St Valentine’s Day fare. 
Chocolates, Roses, Dinner at a nice restaurant, Jewelery, Champagne. They can be lovely with a touch of sincerity, but they aren’t very exciting and tend to lack personality. In fact romance is something sadly lacking in many relationships these days. Girls have given up expecting it, and boys never have. I think being a little romantic now and then is a lovely way to show someone how much they mean to you, and it doesn’t have to cost money either. 
Princesses should learn to be romantic sometimes, as well as enjoying the attentions of their suitors, because everyone deserves to know they are loved.
Being romantic is not difficult, there are three things to keep in mind. The first is spontaneity. Creating a surprise for your loved one, something they would not expect. Whether its coming home to a house full of pink and red balloons or being stolen away for a little vacation you planned without their knowing. If you go to a restaurant or the beach every year, try and think of something new and different that your Prince or Princess would not expect. Tuck a love note into his shoe or lunch bag, slip a little bracelet around her wrist while she’s sleeping or plan a treasure hunt! The look of unexpected happiness on their face will be worth all your planning.
The second is sincerity. A lot of people have difficulty expressing their emotions, and although they may love someone very much it can be hard for them to show it. It’s nothing to be ashamed of, but sometimes it can leave your partner feeling a little unappreciated, because sadly most human beings can’t read minds! Find a way to show your loved one just how much you care, maybe you could write them a letter or a poem, create a hand made card or learn the lyrics of their favourite song and sing it out loud! If you’re unsure where to begin, try writing down all the things you love about them, from the colour of their hair to the way they sing in the shower. They will be really touched by how much you actually notice and appreciate.
The last, and most important part is your personal touch. This is where roses and chocolates often fail, however well meant. Ponder carefully on what makes your beloved happy, what would really make them feel understood and cherished. If you’ve known eachother a while you should have a pretty good idea to begin with, what is their favourite colour, favourite food, favourite band, author, show etc. If you’ve only just met, time to do some investigating! Perhaps you could cook them their favourite dish or find a signed copy of their favourite book or CD. If you’ve been together for a while, you might be able to include something that is special to both of you. Blindfold them and take them on a mystery trip to the place you first kissed, rent the movie you watched on your first date (even if its awful! Laugh together) Do something that is unique to them, unique to you as a couple and it will become another treasured memory.
Here’s a few different ideas for ways to spend your Valentine’s; have a picnic, at a nice park or indoors if the weather doesn’t permit. Go to see a romantic play, Opera or Ballet, if there is a performing arts school near you they often have great performances for cheaper tickets. Go to a gaming arcade, play silly games and win prizes and take purikura, race eachother and shoot zombies! Find a hill and go sledding, if you don’t have snow grab a cardboard box and go grass sledding (if you’ve never tried this you’re missing out.) Go Ice skating or Rollerskating, this is best if at least one of you can’t skate! Spend the day at a museum or art gallery holding hands. Go in to a bookstore, split up and find something funny or sweet for eachother, buy it and then exchange. Bake a valentines day cake and eat it together, strawberries are a must. Play board games, make up new rules. Fly a kite! Rent a Karaoke room and sing love songs to eachother. Watch a sunrise together, instead of a sunset, I think they’re far more beautiful.
I hope you all have a lovely Saint Valentines Day and spend it with your friends or beloveds. I’ll be writing more about how to enjoy Valentines day as a single Princess later on! 
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February 11th, 2008 at 11:44 pm
And February 14th is also known as “Singles Awareness Day” or “Quirkyalone Day”, days where people who are single and happy, or are single through choice can have just as much fun, perhaps pamper themselves, or go out with other singles and enjoy being together!
That’s romantic, too :) Throwing off expectations of being alone and miserable if you’re not with someone!
February 12th, 2008 at 12:10 am
Thank you for this lovely writings. On Valentine’s day, I will be meeting my former boyfriend, as we both found out we still loved each other, even though we are not together anymore. Your writing has definately given me a very clear view of what is important in a relationship, as it expressed exactly what I feel in my heart… Thank you ever so much, your highness.
Wishing you a lovely day!
February 12th, 2008 at 12:36 am
Those are some amazing tips! Things that are so simple… but I never thought about them! I hope you have a romantic Valentine too!
February 12th, 2008 at 12:42 am
This is the first time in my sixteen years I cna enjoy Saint Valentine’s day, because I can give somebody something and only that makes me feel happy ♥ A week ago I planned how it was going to be and now it is half finished. My idea is to give her a hand-made drawing for this day, a poem in a lovely portrait and a fairy tale enterely made by me (don’t worry, she doesn’t know this website exists so she won’t see anything :3). I think this is the best idea I could have. I don’t specially like to give roses and chocolates because that’s so much cliché and she likes originality, also I feel happier if I do something with my own hands, something she can keep forever ♥
February 12th, 2008 at 5:02 am
I’ve never posted a comment in your writings before, only browsed, but I had to post in this one!
I love Valentine’s Day because I have a loved one who I care a lot about. I made him a card and chocolates, but since he lives far away from me, we can’t do anything on the day. :(
I was wondering if giving him homemade chocolates still shows that I care? I know chocolates are typical, so I just wanted to ask. ^-^
February 12th, 2008 at 6:16 am
This was so lovely to read even if I’m not doing anything for that special day.
February 12th, 2008 at 6:21 am
This was undoubtedly the cutest entry I have read in a while on any blog. :3 This year’s Valentine’s day is going to be super since I’m finally seeing my loved one after three weeks separation and I’ll most definitely use your tips to make it even better than it’s already going to be!
Lots of love! ♥
February 12th, 2008 at 7:39 am
Dear Princess Skye,
I loved the article, as I love all of your articles. Day after day your entries provide me with inspiration.
I’m glad that in your entry you mentioned important things about gift-giving on Valentine’s. Presentation, observation, and personalization are all so meaningful. Thank you. (:
This isn’t really related to your article (I apologize), but I found something that may be to your interest.
http://www.librarything.com/catalog.php?view=MarieAntoinette
It’s a list of all the books that Marie Antoinette had in her personal library. Of course you’ve probably already seen something similar since you know so much about her, but I thought of you and this pretty blog. (:
Have a lovely day, Princess Skye.
February 12th, 2008 at 8:58 am
Oh, this is such a lovely sentiment. Thank you for writing it. Even though I have no special someone to romance, reading such wonderful ideas is a treat.
February 13th, 2008 at 12:25 pm
I really enjoyed this particular piece, but I think it’s important not to forget those who might not be with someone. This time of year can be hard if you’re alone.
I do think, though, that some of these ideas would be great to do for a friend too, not just a significant other. I know I’m putting little chocolates on my roommates desks that morning, just to show I care.
February 16th, 2008 at 4:37 am
Oh, what a coincidence ^^. Me an my s.o. were just discussing how we couldnt think of anything romantic to do! This helps a lot
February 17th, 2008 at 3:29 pm
Queen Elise ~ It can be so hard to part with people we still love, I really hope you find happiness and everything you need in your next relationship!
Sora ~ Your gifts sound so precious! I am sure she will love them all, I hope you both have a magical Valentine’s day!
Lauren ~ Thank you so much for commenting! I think a card and chocolates can still be very sweet, especially when they’re hand made, that makes them so much more personal. I hope you had a lovely Valentine’s!
Princess Jaye ~ Thank you for the link! I haven’t seen it before, and its really interesting. I want to read some of these books they have listed, I guess I need to improve my french!
Princess O’Mara ~ I agree that these could definitely be fun to do with a friend. I hope you had a lovely valentine’s day!