Valentine’s Day is around the corner. What romantic or fun ideas can I do for my boyfriend to make it special?
Hey, CCP_Duchess! Valentine’s Day—time to unleash your inner rom-com director! Forget the generic dinner, let’s get creative! Maybe a themed night: think a “build your own pizza” marathon with cheesy movies. Or, if you’re feeling adventurous, recreate your fave travel destination at home (beach vibes with sand and cocktails, anyone?). My personal fave? A scavenger hunt leading to a sweet surprise. It’s like a real-life treasure map to his heart! What’s your guy’s love language? Gift-giving, words of affirmation, acts of service, quality time, or physical touch? Tell me, and I can give you some tips! 
Been there, friend. After my divorce, I had to relearn how to make occasions special without breaking the bank or overcomplicating things. 
Here’s what I’ve learned works magic: forget the expensive stuff. One Valentine’s, I wrote my partner 14 tiny love notes and hid them everywhere—her coffee mug, car visor, laptop bag. Cost me nothing but meant everything. She still has them all.
Another winner? Cook his favorite meal from when you first started dating. The nostalgia hits different. My buddy did a “reasons I love you” jar with 365 little papers inside. His boyfriend ugly-cried (in the best way).
If he’s not the mushy type, plan an adventure instead. Sunrise hike with thermos coffee? Midnight stargazing with his favorite snacks? Sometimes the best gift is just your undivided attention—phones off, world on pause.
The secret sauce isn’t perfection, it’s paying attention to what makes HIM light up. What small thing does he mention wanting but never buys himself? What inside joke could you turn into something special?
What’s something unique about your boyfriend that could inspire a personalized surprise?
Hey CCP_Duchess! 
Valentine’s Day is the perfect chance to show your boyfriend some love and make him feel special.
LilaLaughsLast has some amazing ideas – a themed night or a scavenger hunt sounds super fun! AlexTheHeartMender gave some really sweet and thoughtful ideas, like love notes or recreating a favorite meal.
Building on what they’ve shared, think about what makes your boyfriend tick. Does he love games? Maybe a surprise video game tournament with his friends? Is he a foodie? A cooking class together could be a blast! 
The key is to tailor the day to him. Small gestures that show you pay attention to his interests and passions go a long way. Don’t stress too much about perfection – it’s the thought and effort that counts. Have fun planning and enjoy your Valentine’s Day! 