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By Mara

February 13, 2006 09:32 AM | Link to this

a dinner to a nice restaurant and at the end of the dinner a nice bracelet or necklace in a nice gift box.

By Shay Wright

February 13, 2006 09:35 AM | Link to this

My idea of a good valentine’s gift is a nice piece of jewelry. I am not a flashy person, but a nice bracelet, necklace or earrings. Oh, and flowers are nice if you don’t get them that much. If you are a man that always buy flowers, then that is not a good gift. But if you rarely but them, then that is an excellent gift. I myself like tulips.

By Susan

February 13, 2006 09:36 AM | Link to this

I don’t want “store-bought” gifts. I want my man to show he loves me by being faithful, honest and hard-working. Show me you love me EVERY day…not just one day a year.

By Denese Sampson

February 13, 2006 09:39 AM | Link to this

Mostly what I want is for my husband to shower me with loving attention and affection. Where ever we are, be it 103 West or Red Lobster, I want to feel as though I am the only woman in the room as far as he is concerned, and that noone else matters but me!! Now that’s not too much to ask for, is it?

By anonymous

February 13, 2006 09:41 AM | Link to this

I don’t want any jewelry, I don’t want any flowers, I don’t want too fancy of a dinner…I just want him to appreciate all that I do to make my three full time jobs successful-family, work and school. I want him to be a participating, responsible partner in financial and home tasks. I want him to just balance the checkbook which hasn’t been done for over a year and snake out the tub which has been clogged for over a year…of course this has been communicated in a kind, loving fashion!!!

By Wisdom

February 13, 2006 09:42 AM | Link to this

I have been married for 7 years and my husband does things for me all year round, I do not expect anything for this holiday. When you got a good man all the time you become accustomed to being treated well each and every day. For example, his latest gift was a 5K tennis bracelet that was for just because. God’s word said He would make your marriage heaven on earth and He has!

By Joe

February 13, 2006 09:52 AM | Link to this

Ladies…they want to know what you want for Valentines DAY…not your whole life. As usual, y’all can’t answer a simple question

By Blondsky

February 13, 2006 09:54 AM | Link to this

The first two posts in this area (Mara and Shay, in case they get rearranged) are rather sad. This is especially true with Shay’s comment that if you frequently show appreciation, the bar is set higher for gifts. Thankfully, most of the other posts reflect true character and values. That is good to see.

By Karen

February 13, 2006 09:56 AM | Link to this

DIAMONDS!

By Lara

February 13, 2006 09:56 AM | Link to this

Don’t be sucked in by the commercialized Valentine’s crap. It’s about love…so make the effort to show her love. Just because the mall is full of cheap chocolates and expensive roses doesn’t mean that’s what she wants. Think about it…at Christmas time every store has fruit cake, but that doesn’t mean your girl wants one.

Take some time to think about her and let your gift or date reflect your love and her interests. If she loves to snuggle, get her some comfy jammies and an evening in front of a fireplace. If she loves coffee, get her some gourmet beans. If she loves the ballet, get her tickets (then suffer through the performance, afterall, love is a sacrifice).

Just show that you put some thought into it, instead of grabbing the first box of chocolates at WalMart. It doesn’t have to be expensive or elaborate as long as it matches her style and interests.

By Blondsky

February 13, 2006 09:57 AM | Link to this

Joe - Try reading the responses. Every post (except for our posts) specifically references what the poster wants for that day. Shall we say “as usual, you can’t read rather simple English?”

By Tara

February 13, 2006 09:58 AM | Link to this

I would love a nice bottle of champagne, lots of candles, a hot tub for two, and then…

By Laura

February 13, 2006 10:02 AM | Link to this

I am sick to death of women acting like we need jewels to be kept happy. Nothing p** me off more than those “Jared” diamond commercials. Makes women look like gold diggers. Seriously a nice Valentines to me would be spending it with the one I loved curled up in front a fireplace with a nice glass of wine. Just some good snuggly time is all I need!

By Sascha

February 13, 2006 10:06 AM | Link to this

Something meaningful…. Not just on Valentine’s Day!!! Do nice things for your mate all year long. O.K.-Listen up guys—For most women, it’s the single things that really mean so much. You know…prepare a favorite meal, surprise someone with tickets to see their favorite musical artist, massages for 2 are great, ‘just because’ flowers are nice—but make sure it’s their favorite flower—it really has more meaning that way, a card that says ‘I’m happy you’re in my life’, a simple call in the middle of the day to say ‘I was just thinking about you’ will just melt someone away. Get it???? Keep it thoughtful and make it meaningful….

By alias

February 13, 2006 10:09 AM | Link to this

Bunch of greedy, selfish women. I WANT…I WANT. Not once have I read what you are GIVING to your valentine. Just me, me, me and more me…….I want attention, jewelry, I want to be appreciated, etc. GREED……

By Kevin

February 13, 2006 10:13 AM | Link to this

Why is it always about the woman? Why doesn’t anyone ask what the guy wants? You ladies could get it right every once in a while as well. This is a two way street. It’s time the good hearted male is taken into consideration. Hell no we wont go, Hell no we wont go, hell….. Forgive me, the Norma Raye was coming out. Just consider the guys everyonce in a while.

By Georgia

February 13, 2006 10:16 AM | Link to this

Something that comes from the heart and takes time — not something that can bought at the store and requires some brain usage.

By Melody Barnett

February 13, 2006 10:18 AM | Link to this

Valentines Day is over rated. Your man should show he loves your everyday. Everyday is Valentines Day for me and my husband.

Mrs. Barnett

By Pete

February 13, 2006 10:18 AM | Link to this

I agree with alias… why do Valentine’s Day and anniversaries have to be all about the women? Are we supposed to be celebrating the love to each other and not just the man’s love for the woman?

By far away

February 13, 2006 10:18 AM | Link to this

I just want to see him or maybe even a phone call. some quality time, a hug, and dare i say a kiss. or sometime maybe a new man

By No Name

February 13, 2006 10:23 AM | Link to this

Last year was the first time in over 8 years I was in a relationship and while it was his choice to walk away from the relationship we did enjoy a wonderful Valentine’s Day together last year. To me it’s about not only receiving (I don’t want ot need material things)but also giving. We both gave to each other, but not only on that day we did every day throughout the entire year we were together. You may ask then why aren’t we still together now. Well again, it was his choice. He doesn’t want to be in a serious relationship. So this Valentine’s Day, as well as everyday, I will celebrate with the One who truly loves unconditionally, God!

By WANDA

February 13, 2006 10:24 AM | Link to this

I think a valentine’ day gift should come directly from the heart. It should be thoughtful. Don’t just give a gift because you are pressured becuase he got you one. just be honest. We put too much focus on this one day to show love and affection..when love should be something we show the ones we love everyday!!!!

By Sharmyn Gaddy

February 13, 2006 10:25 AM | Link to this

A good dinner, flowers and a piece of jewelry (and then a good night’s sleep w/the one you love would be especially rewarding).

By Jason

February 13, 2006 10:25 AM | Link to this

V-day is so “woman-centric.” It’s always about what women want or need. Get over yourselves!

By Jackie

February 13, 2006 10:26 AM | Link to this

If men find out we like sex, we will NEVER get anymore jewelry!

By anonymous

February 13, 2006 10:27 AM | Link to this

I want him to go all out because he doesn’t throughout the year! Show me that you really mean I am your valentine. Take time and show some effort wrap the gift up be romantice. show me that I am your heart and love!

By Pam

February 13, 2006 10:27 AM | Link to this

I’m going to sound like a pig (I know), but I like food way better than cut flowers. Most women love chocolate and personally like the cookie bouquets. Cut flowers are nice, but are way too expensive and will die in about 5 days. Why?

Food whether it be chocolate, a cookie bouquet, lunch or dinner is way better. …and I am a slim person, for those that were wondering.

By buyme stuff

February 13, 2006 10:31 AM | Link to this

I want my man to buy me a new broom, some new cleaning supplies and a new sewing machine. A women is better seen then heard and I want to make sure my home is all about him….

By Dick

February 13, 2006 10:35 AM | Link to this

I know the question was to ladies, but let me share with you how I caught my bride of 26 years off balance last year. To me valentines day is a day in which the merchants decided to push due to lack of sales after Christmas. I will not purchase flowers, diamonds, or candy just to support them. Valentines day should be everyday of the year. Several years ago while the wife was away taking care of her sick mother for most of the day, I went in and caught up on wash, cleaned the kitchen and the house. I then fired up the old Weber grill and cooked steaks for supper. The steaks, baked potato and salad was enough for supper. When she arrived, I had music playing very softly. I had three candles. I had lit the green candle which represented the many dollars we had spent together, the blue candles which represented the downs and outs during 26 years of marriage. After I proposed to her again, and after she accepted, we both then lit the white candle. Sounds stupid, mushy, etc but she was floored and old man like me would go to this much trouble. Guys, you can make impressions on your loved one without spending a bunch of money.

By Monica

February 13, 2006 10:37 AM | Link to this

Ultimate Valentine’s gift:

Let me control the remote for one evening. :)

By MissHeavenSong

February 13, 2006 10:38 AM | Link to this

Why should a man wait until Valentines to give women flowers, candy, jewelry, dinner, etc….if he’s real and loves you unconditionally he should show it through out the year…but i agree that all Men need a little special attention/tlc also…i know for a fact if i were in a relationship i would tell my Man to plan our special Valentines Day Date and whatever he wanted to do & wherever he wanted to go then that’s what we would do. I would Not have a problem showing my Man all the love/affection i have for him and i for sure would never wait until 2/14 of each year he would get it 24/7 and that’s for real….have a great day all!

By Alone for Heart Day

February 13, 2006 10:38 AM | Link to this

Just a good man……

By MissHeavenSong

February 13, 2006 10:40 AM | Link to this

Dick — now that was real special ;)and i’m sure your Wife appreciated all that you did for her…

By Erin

February 13, 2006 10:40 AM | Link to this

I agree with the guys… why does it have to be all about women??? I have spent the last couple of weeks putting something together for my boyfriend. I don’t want anything for Valentine’s Day. He’s so good to me all the time and I want to show him how much I love him and what our relationship means to me. Valentine’s is a great day to appreciate each other but really, you should do that all year. It shouldn’t have to involve gifts. I think we are going to dinner and then just hanging out together :)

By AJ

February 13, 2006 10:43 AM | Link to this

Too late, your secret is already out.

By Webmaster

February 13, 2006 10:44 AM | Link to this

I want a nice dinner and a new angle grinder, or just a Home Depot gift certificate. BTW: My wife will be recovering from surgery she is having today, so she will get all the loving she needs, as usual.

By Keep It simple

February 13, 2006 10:49 AM | Link to this

ATTENTION ALL MEN:

If you always buy your wife/ girlfriend or significant other flowers, candy, on a regular basis then “Don’t do it on Valentine’s Day! I get flowers from my wonderful husband at least 6 times a year just because ~ So if I get flowers or candy on Valentines day then it doesn’t seem so special. Unless there is a letter attached To me the perfect gift is from the heart! If you wait until last minute & then run out grab the easist gift to make it special write a love note that says what you really feel… Like 10 reasons why I love you. Do the same thing if you take her out to dinner ~ give her the letter before, during, or after dinner.. You will be suprised what affect this will have. For us to see in your handwriting why you love us means more than you will ever know. It is something that us emotional women have deep inside of us “the need to talk, communicate, and for you to write your feelings down & give them to us and on top of it, it is nothing but compliments” You are sure to hit a homerun. Okay so you are not good with writing a note, you haven’t done it in years. Here is an idea perhaps start with The top 10 things ” I love about you & why I am so glad you are my one & only Valentine” then list 10 things or more ~ May sound cheesy but it will work wonders!

So Whether you have bought a $5,000 dollar piece of Jewlry or finacially tight this year be sure to write that letter. Attach the love letter to the jewelry or flowers and you have just given her the best gift ever! Why do you think We love those chick flicks so much such as “Message in a bottle” hey theres another great Idea that just came to mind .. buy that movie “message in a bottle” (its a love story with Kevin Costner) Then put your letter in a bottle and give that for Valentines day! and (Don’t use a beer bottle, & make sure to take any labels off) Perhaps buy a box of candy or flowers and it will be a great gift! It could be any movie, maybe a movie the two of you enjoy together or your first date movie if it is one of these perhaps you can comment on it in your love letter.

So whatever gift you give write in your own words why you love her!! Just don’t be to discouraged when she goes on & on about that letter and the expensive piece of jewlry is in 2nd place!

By Single Dad

February 13, 2006 10:50 AM | Link to this

Since I’m now a single Dad this Valentines Day, I think I will do something nice with the kids.Although there is someone I care deeply for, circumstances do not allow me to shower her with gifts. And even if I could, I don’t think I would. Love is something you cannot buy.All you can do is give it, and hope it is reciprocated. To all the Ladies… Happy Valentines Day! I hope you all recieve kind words, affection and Love!

By michelle

February 13, 2006 10:52 AM | Link to this

I’m planning on writing my husband/best friend a love letter and making his evening great - wink, wink. He’s planning on giving me a massage. It’s free and it’s priceless. And if he ever gave me a diamond necklace, I’d be upset that he spent the money without putting any thought into it. He would have to work to make the money to buy it and frankly, I’d rather he spend that time with me.

By M

February 13, 2006 10:53 AM | Link to this

You guys, read the title. This forum is titled “What do women really want for Valentine’s Day?” THAT is why it’s all about the women. Pay attention and get a grip.

By John

February 13, 2006 10:54 AM | Link to this

Last year, I got her a copy of “The Notebook” and we watched it together. She liked that. Our son was born 2 weeks later. This year, my bride would just like me to listen to her, give her a backrub, and not work my part time job so we could have some time together on Valentine’s day (esp. after our son is put to bed).This year I can afford jewelry too. I don’t care what anyone else says that’s my plan ‘cause I Love her:+)

By Christine

February 13, 2006 10:54 AM | Link to this

I just want to hang out with my guy on the sofa - watching a good movie, just like we do many nights during the week….

By Darfy

February 13, 2006 10:57 AM | Link to this

The best Valentine’s Day gift that I ever heard of was a friend of mine. She was barely dating her now husband at the time. He asked her if she wanted flowers, candy, perfume, etc. She said “I don’t care for any of that.” He then asked her “What do you NEED?” To which she replied “I really need new tires for the car.” She got them.

So, although not traditionally a romantic gift, I find her new tires to be the best gift. Give her what she NEEDS!

By lynn

February 13, 2006 11:02 AM | Link to this

some one that is honest sincere doesn’t say things just because they think it’s what you want to hear, or that it will get them what THEY want…. someone that listens!!!

By j

February 13, 2006 11:03 AM | Link to this

All I want is.. and Im going to do most of it.. IM going home tomorrow and just making a nice dinner… All I is just a kiss… and acknowledgement of the day (its also our anniv - he so blew it off last year).. No roses.. no nothing.. just say happy valentines day.. and I love you :)

By Working Mother

February 13, 2006 11:05 AM | Link to this

I would love for my husband to put on my hat and be me for the day…get the kids ready and take to school, make sure their snacks and homework are packed, pick them up for me when I get off work, prepare the dinner, wash the dishes, mop some floors, clean the toilets, vacuum, wash and put away the laundry, and help the kids with their homework. Aaaah! Just to get off work and be a couch potato! That’s the best Valentine Gift a man can give a working mother.

By AG in Jonesboro

February 13, 2006 11:05 AM | Link to this

YOU know what I don’t understand-why are guys saying “why do Valentines Day have to always be about the woman”. Well let me break it down for you. 1st and foremost we are very emotional creatures. We deserve it. With the kids,cooking and cleaning and watching you guys sit there with the remote waiting for a meal to be put on the tabel. We woman do too much to satisfy our men. And this is why it’s about us. Show some appreciation for once in your life.

The Valentine…

By SGA

February 13, 2006 11:11 AM | Link to this

Hi, guys! Honestly, we don’t need chocolates. :) Flowers? WAY too overpriced on 2/14, and, they die. Jewelry? Most of us will buy EXACTLY what we want anyway, so don’t waste your money. My husband usually plans our evening based on things we both enjoy. I know to reserve the evening (or weekend) and he tells me what to wear or pack (though, I know this could be dangerous for some)! Last year, we spent the day shopping, ice skating, dining at my favorite restaraunt, watching a hockey game, and ending the evening in the privacy of our hotel (hmm…). Personally, I believe our relationship benefits more from sharing experiences than from him giving me gifts! If you are determined to buy something, get us something we will use (not a vacuum cleaner, but something that relates to our favorite hobby or work). Okay, having said all this……Diamonds are always in style! :) Good luck!

By Me

February 13, 2006 11:21 AM | Link to this

Two years ago we both mutually agreed not to buy into one arbitrary day to show love and appreciateion to one another. Hallmark is rich enough as it is. Instead, on a day I am tired and feeling like I am running in fifty different directions and still not acccomplishing anything, take the kids and go do something for the day, clean the house, just something that makes me feel better. It can be May 8, Feburary 2….I don’t care the date. Just do something special and just for me.

By single

February 13, 2006 11:21 AM | Link to this

Too bad I will be spending it alone, but if I had my choice, I would be in Vegas with a boyfriend, each spending like we were made of money!!!! Just spending time with each other would be great!

By Unfortunately Alone

February 13, 2006 11:25 AM | Link to this

The prospect of a date.

By SleepinBeauty

February 13, 2006 11:32 AM | Link to this

I really don’t care for Valentine’s Day myself. I feel like couples should treat each other special everyday not on one certain day. I don’t ever expect anything from my hubby on this day, but he always gets me something beyond special. He saves the flowers and jewelry for other days.

By Katherine J

February 13, 2006 11:55 AM | Link to this

I would be happy with a heartfelt “happy valentine’s day.” And a heartfelt one back from me.

By willow

February 13, 2006 11:58 AM | Link to this

I know this is terrible but I just want some peace and quiet on Valentines Day.

By Marilyn Diva

February 13, 2006 12:05 PM | Link to this

What ever you do, do it in the name of LOVE. It’s all about LOVE. I hope you know what LOVE is. “Love is kind, Love is patient, love does not judge, Love is not jealous, Love is not selfish, Love never fails”.

By Andy G.

February 13, 2006 12:06 PM | Link to this

I would like my girl to buy me things that rhyme with finata….such as a pinata. No, seriously, I will be buying my lady that ticket to Acapulco that she always wanted. It will be a one-way ticket and I will not be going.

By Ty

February 13, 2006 12:11 PM | Link to this

1st do not buy your woman a basket from the corner, put much thought into the lady you have grown to love.
what i want for Valentines day is simply a little R&R. A nice quiet dinner at home surrounded by my husnbands love and appreciation. (we are saving for a house)

By HappyinMarietta

February 13, 2006 12:12 PM | Link to this

Hubby and I are looking forward to making dinner together tonight after the kids are in bed (so we can actually ENJOY our meal)…as a surprise, I have made a coconut cream pie for dessert (one of his favorites). We never do anything ‘big’ on Valentine’s Day…just take a little extra time to remind each other how much we love one another :-)

By Bill

February 13, 2006 12:18 PM | Link to this

I feel sorry for guys out there that are stuck with women that want, want, want. My heart goes out to the guys that go unappreciated on Valentine’s Day and every other day of the year. It’s a shame that men are just expected to be okay with being unvalued.

I know the question here is what women want and I assume, more or less, that is has been posed to help out some clueless guys out there that need ideas. Sooooo, here’s what I did:

I took my wonderful girlfriend to the GA Aquarium. We met early Sunday morning and spent about 4 hours there together, took a ton of pictures, laughed, and had a great time. She had been wanting to go and she loves to take pictures (especially ones with her in them!). Then I took her and her mom (hey, I like her mom) to a movie. She bought the treats at the theatre. I also got (ie, downloaded from the internet OH NO INTERNET PIRACY) her Grey’s Anatomy season 1 on DVD. She loves that show.

She gave me a bunch of those fun size candy bars (I love them) and a set of ratchet wrenches (OH READ IT AND WEEP SUCKERS!!!). She also decorated her room with heart cutouts and streamers and called it “Valentine’s Day Land.”

No dinner, no candy, no flowers, no jewelry. I spent the day with her and showed her that I appreciate her and enjoy being with her and she did the same for me. We catered to each others needs.

All in all, she’s a wonderful woman. She takes care of me and my needs and I take care of hers. Find someone that wants to take care of you so you don’t have to worry about the BS me me me attitude.

By Melanie

February 13, 2006 12:20 PM | Link to this

Dinner- home cooked or at a restaurant and a card expressing his feelings

By Val.L.B-Riverdale

February 13, 2006 12:27 PM | Link to this

Valentine’s Day is just another day to me. I feel as long as your man is doing what is needed to be done and being faithful to you year round, then this is your Valentine’s. If your man has your back and you are stress free,then we should be happy. I am very happy and Valentine’s Day is everyday for me. I couldn’t ask for much more, he gives me the world and I am enjoying it. A good man is very hard to find. So when you find one ladies hold on to him and don’t run them away. Appreciate your man and give him a Valentine’s for the hard work he has done. Happy Valentine’s Day Boo(you know who you are)and to everyone else.God Bless.

By Katrina Bond

February 13, 2006 12:35 PM | Link to this

I don’t want anything. My husband is so sweet and giving that just about everyday feels like valentines!

By Bob

February 13, 2006 12:37 PM | Link to this

My honey has my heart 24/7, 365 days a year. I hope all the ladies have a special day, for you are all special.

By Eli

February 13, 2006 12:39 PM | Link to this

I really will like to have a romantic dinner set up at home, with candles, music and then a great movie to finish the evening… Is that too much to ask on this day???

By Brown eyed girl!

February 13, 2006 12:44 PM | Link to this

Oops, since my blog disappeared, let me give a recap. Last year, I gave my husband a homecooked three course candlelight dinner that included Veal Marsala. The meal along with a little top, some fishnets and stilettos was fine with him. He in return gave me a gold watch (a big surprise). I think I’ll cook again but this time it will be a rack of lamb. What do I want…a tank of gas will do just fine. By the way, Dick, you are fabulous darling!

By reality check

February 13, 2006 12:47 PM | Link to this

There are some women on this blog who obviously get along well with their significant other and I know they are happy together.

But based on what some of the women on here write - M and AJ in Jonesboro, for example -I sure am glad I am single.

As far as the whole premise of the blog - what do women want - I think it is off the mark. It should be about 2 people, not just women. Self centered behavior is unattractive regardless of gender.

By F

February 13, 2006 12:49 PM | Link to this

I would like a pair of those silly plastic heart shaped handcuffs - that would be for the both of us! we have been marries for 17 years!

By Myrio

February 13, 2006 12:49 PM | Link to this

Well said Bill. All I want for Valentine’s Day is quality time with my man. Gifts are not necessary. This is my wish for everyday, not just Valentine’s Day.

By Jo

February 13, 2006 12:51 PM | Link to this

I have been with my husband for 10 years and we always have a problem with Valentines Day. We feel it’s a “manufactured” holiday and the card/jewelry/florist industries spend a lot of time bomabarding us with with what they think we should get each other for and he bought me a beautiful plant I can move to our yard when Spring arrives. We don’t need a special day to remind us of how much we love and admire each other.

Let’s get rid of it except for elementary school kids. I sure did love those little valentine cards we gave each other! As I say to all my coworkers on February 14th - Happy VD to ya!

By Larry

February 13, 2006 12:53 PM | Link to this

My wife and I celebrated Saturday night with a delicious dinner at a nice restaurant. Afterwards, I surprised her with a box of chocolates, a nice bottle of champagne, a pretty flower arrangement, a hot bubble bath surrounded by rose petals and scented candles, and lots of loving attention.

Nothing was excessively extravagant or expensive. We both had a wonderful time, as did our black Lab, who knocked the box of chocolates off the kitchen counter yesterday and ate them all. :)

By Q

February 13, 2006 12:54 PM | Link to this

All I want for Valentine’s day is to be appreciated and felt loved by my significant other..After all the support I give through the year…Can I have 1 day…No gifts….just appreciation..and maybe a hug..

By Ladmar10

February 13, 2006 12:58 PM | Link to this

I Don’t expect anything for valentines from my partner. This year for valentines I just want my family (husband and four children)to be together for diner at the table as a fomily. I don’t expect anything from them but that. I have planned a meal of everones favorites, then we are going to sit down and have diner by candle light, At the end of the meal I will present each one with a small token of appreciation that I made.

I want my children to know that valentines is not about going out buying a bunch of flowers, candies and over priced gifts to give to someone you might not even be with next month let alone next year. I want them to know that its about spending time together and showing love and respect for each other whether its a partner, a friend sister or a brother. It’s about being together and enjoying each other. someone said earlier about how they want to be appreciated everyday, everybody wants and deserves that. The truth is that sometimes people get so cought up in their daily live that they forget to share those things with the people around them and especially the ones they love. Valentines Day is just a day to help remind people that they need to show what the feel. I am my families valentine and they are mine.

By Smason

February 13, 2006 01:02 PM | Link to this

My best gift came from a friend at work. I am a single mom and the loves in my life are my children. So she is funding my taking the kids to a movie.

By mike

February 13, 2006 01:02 PM | Link to this

We need an article on “What do men want for valintines day.”

By Robin

February 13, 2006 01:03 PM | Link to this

….just give me a mushy card and tell me you love me. The whole V’day thing is just a way for the businesses to make money.

By Sharon

February 13, 2006 01:04 PM | Link to this

Im not a materials kind of women. My husband is good to me throughout the year and Im good to him. I don’t need a gift on valentines day for him to prove he loves me. He does that on a daily basis. Thats all I need. Waisted money is no where near a quiet evening on the couch with a little wine is fine with me.

By DEA

February 13, 2006 01:05 PM | Link to this

Listen to Wisdom. Fellas, we should step up all year long. How about a house cleaning service so she doesn’t have to spend all day doing that. You cook once or twice a week, she cook once or twice and eat sandwiches or go out to dinner the rest. You should be calling her regularly anyway to see how shes doing and tell her how much you care. How about a gift just because you saw it and thought it would look beautiful on her. No special day. Just because shes yours. I know why not. That would require you to step up and produce (read between the lines-money) and you’d rather make excuses. If you don’t want to take care of her give her the best valentine gift you can, let her go find a man that will take care of her.

By staci

February 13, 2006 01:08 PM | Link to this

I dont need anything material. I dont see him much so I would be thrilled with just seeing him that day…Be the best Valentin Day ever just to acknowledge that he IS here!!!!

By Lisa

February 13, 2006 01:10 PM | Link to this

What do I want for Valentines Day? My boyfriend to admit to his family that we are back together.

By Toney

February 13, 2006 01:18 PM | Link to this

I want diamonds!!! And I don’t care what anybody thinks about that either. I’ve been with my fiance for almost 6 years now, and we treat each other very well all year round, but he has turned Valentine’s Day into my special day. He takes me out to dinner, buys me flowers, and yes ladies and gentlemen, I always get a very beautiful piece of jewelry. I never know what it is going to be, but I know that I’ll love it.

By Shay

February 13, 2006 01:20 PM | Link to this

This message is to Blondsky, in case you misinterpreted my answer. Showing appreciation is one thing, I meant the guys that are buying flowers to say “Im sorry”. Those are the ones who shouldn’t come back on valentine’s day with the same tired gift. Of course all women want a man that is good to them and respect them, but the question was what would do it for “you” on valentine’s day. Not what would do it for Blondsky. My husband is good and respectful to me yearround, so there is nothing wrong with him buying me flowers once a year. And ladies, let’s stick to the question instead of getting upset because some people like material things and others prefer a simple I love you or thank you. There is nothing wrong with either one of those responses. We all have different relationships, are different ages, and some are single or married.

By tamara

February 13, 2006 01:20 PM | Link to this

Gifts? don’t want any. I just want my husband to make it home safely tomorrow night so that we can spend the evening together. All you women asking for diamonds should put that as the priority on your list of demands. God forbid he have a car crash on the way home from the jewelry store before you get your petty gifts.

By Ladmar10

February 13, 2006 01:22 PM | Link to this

Because I have everything that I want right now, I don’t want anything for Valentines Day, but I do expect something. It’s not what anyone else would expect. I expect my family (a husband and four children {two teenagers}) to show up for diner on time. In an effort to teach my children that Valentines is not just a day for lovers I am preparing a meal of everyone’s favorites, by candlelight. After our meal I will present each individual with a gift of appreciation, something suitable for each individual; that I made. I want my children to know that it’s not about chocolates, candy or some pricey gift for someone they probably wont be with the next year, let alone the next month. I read earlier where someone said they want to be appreciated all year long, H*, we all want that, we all deserve that. Most times people get caught up in their day to day affairs whether its work or school, children or all the above, and they forget to let the people around them know that they are appreciated, especially the ones they love. that’s were valentines day come in, it’s a reminder for those people to speak out and let the people in their lives know that they are appreciated and loved.
My family is my gift and I am theirs. They know that I appreciate and love them, but this year for Valentines Day I am doing something a little extra to show them just how much. And then, they can clean the dishes.

By Rose

February 13, 2006 01:32 PM | Link to this

The most important thing that I want to do for Valentine’s Day is give back some of the wonderful love, affection, attention and most of all my time to not only my husband, but, to others that have been an instrumental part of my life. When you give, you receive. I know of so many people that are lonely, today, and all through the year. If we could share one moment with someone on this day to say, how much you care about them or mean to them would be the greatest gift one could expect.

Have a wonderful day and all through the year!

By Goldfish

February 13, 2006 01:38 PM | Link to this

Time alone, uninterupted, anywhere.

By mxfox

February 13, 2006 01:39 PM | Link to this

This is what I did for a lady that has not shown much interest in having a relationship with me but I tired anyway. She was doing an adventure race this past weekend in the North Ga. mountains, this was a 30 hour non-stop race in which I along with another person set up transition areas three different times, and provided shelter, warmth and food along with moral support, what will I get in return? Thanks!!!

By Jennifer

February 13, 2006 01:40 PM | Link to this

I’d just like my husband to come back to life.

By Terry

February 13, 2006 01:41 PM | Link to this

To Alias, the question is “Ladies: What do women really want for Valentine’s Day”. I don’t see anything asking what women are giving their Valentine. My guess is that you won’t be getting much!

By KH

February 13, 2006 01:54 PM | Link to this

Some of you women are so blessed to have a man shower you with gifts, love and affection ALL YEAR around. Make sure you cherish them too, because a good man is SO hard to find. I’m single so any gift from a Man on V day would be nice to receive.

By Conterry

February 13, 2006 01:54 PM | Link to this

I just want to be in a relationship with a man that will learn to love me, my goals, and be honesty with me. Of course, he will need to have a job, but I am willing to work with a brotha. He must be family oriented (able to deal with a “ready-made” family that will also embrace his children, if need be). He must love himself and GOD also, don’t mind dinner and a movie in or outside the house as long as it is time w/me, and just like one of the other comments; I don’t need flowers, candy, or jewelry just on Valentine’s Day…I want to know this man loves me EVERYDAY!

By Heartbroken1

February 13, 2006 02:01 PM | Link to this

What would I like for Valentine’s Day? For my husband to come back home to me and our baby girl! But we’re in the middle of a divorce because he wants to be with our mutual friend instead of his loving, faithful wife. This day stinks!

By Angela

February 13, 2006 02:13 PM | Link to this

What I want for Valentine’s Day is to see my husband happy, relaxed and stress free. Everyday we struggle with daily stresses of working to making ends meet and he deserves to have a day just for himself with the freedom to do anything his heart desires. Valentine’s Day is not about material objects, it’s about love and reminding those that we love just how special they really are.

By Peter

February 13, 2006 02:14 PM | Link to this

I wrote my wife a 23 verse poem telling her how special and meaningful she is to me and our children. Would you be happy?

By Big Sexy

February 13, 2006 02:15 PM | Link to this

I don’t think my wife plays to much into valentines day. It’s our anniversary also and she’s like some of the women on this blog. She just wants me to show her I love her and I will do that. But she deserves more just for feeling that way. She is genuine and could care less if she got diamonds and flowers but this is what I’ll be doing. First, Around Jan. 17 I bought her a beautiful tennis bracelet. I was tirn because I wanted to give it to her tomorrow but she deserved it THEN. She doesn’t ask for anything but she does appreciate them. Yesterday I went to Lenox and bought her the $160 Bebe jeans she’s been looking at and some high heels to match. After I get out of jury duty tomorrow I’ll go home and clean the house from top to bottom and iron the kids clothes for school the next day. We’ll go out to dinner (Sundial was our first date 6 years ago so we’re going back because it’s symbolic to her) Then we’ll go back home and I will set the tub as I did the first night we spent together. After that she’ll get her massage from head to toe. nBut I do these things because she treats me like a KING. She calls me everyday at work to tell me that she misses me. Every time I’m watching 24 or the Hawks she just wants to be near me so she watches too. She doesn’t complain one Sunday’s when I go to the Dome to tailgate for the Falcon’s (sometimes she comes too). She trusts me enough to go to Dugans or out to have drinks every now and then and I do the same for her. Showing love is a compromising thing and you must find out what it is that motivates and moves them. My wife really has me figured out do you?

By Gretchygirl

February 13, 2006 02:16 PM | Link to this

A hand-written card would be nice. A little heart-felt present would also be nice. We don’t have a lot of extra money, so it’s hard for him to lavish me with gifts. However, it’s not hard to make me feel loved. Tell me how great I am! Tell me thank you for everything I do to make your life easier. I’m pretty sure most women would love to have this for Valentines Day.

By Rebekah

February 13, 2006 02:18 PM | Link to this

Honest answer - we don’t know what we want. Our minds change at least everyday, sometimes every few minutes. So guys, pay attention to what your women says tonight if you haven’t already done your shopping.

By shay wright

February 13, 2006 02:20 PM | Link to this

Peter, that is the most sweetest thing I have heard a man say he is giving his wife. And I love the way you added the kids as well. A lot of times men don’t realize how hard it is to be a wife and mother and I think she will be very touched with a poem from your heart!! Good luck.

By stacy

February 13, 2006 02:22 PM | Link to this

i dont want anything. ive been marrired for 7 years and i thimk its stupid for my husband to go and spend money on me to tell me he loves me . IT IT JUST PLAIN STUIP!!3 think of all the other way he shows me during the other 364 of the year!

By Anonymous

February 13, 2006 02:30 PM | Link to this

I don’t particularly care for V-Day. My boyfriend surprised me with a night at the Westin this past Saturday, complete with Room Service, and a day at the Aquarium yesterday. It was awesome, and so thoughtful. I would’ve been happy with just a card tomorrow. I don’t expect anything, because just loving him, and his loving me back and knowing he is mine 24/7/365, is all I need.

By anonymous

February 13, 2006 02:31 PM | Link to this

I would love to be seventeen again and in his 20 year old arms. I would love to kiss him in his tiny red pick-up. I would love to just have that time alone with him before we had to become grown-ups. But I will settle for looking into his beautiful eyes and holding his kind, generous hands in mine. I will dream of being young with him like we once were and look forward to the day when we will be old together. I will think of the sweet young boy who took me to prom and dream of the wonderful grandpa he will be someday.

By Gretchygirl

February 13, 2006 02:33 PM | Link to this

Ok, those of you who say you don’t want a present because you get love all year long: does that mean you don’t give gifts for anniversaries, birthdays, or Christmas? I don’t see why people can’t have fun on a stupid blog and say what they’d like to have for Valentines Day. It doesn’t make them selfish or stupid or greedy. It’s just fun. Obviously some people haven’t been getting “any” and I don’t mean gifts for Valentines Day. Lighten up! If you don’t want to hear what women want for Valentines Day, don’t click on a blog that asks what women want for Valentines Day. The poor chaps who are on here trying to find good gift ideas have to scroll through your self-righteous ranting! Lame!

By JM

February 13, 2006 02:52 PM | Link to this

I did something form my wife of many years, something she had asked me a million times to do over the years but I kept putting it off. I had a complete physical on Valentines Day. It was my first time in a doctors office in over 14 years. It saved my life I might add. Guys, do the same thing. This just may give you many more years with those you love.

By Nicole

February 13, 2006 02:56 PM | Link to this

OK. I totally disagree with buyme stuff. A broom. What are you the maid? Shouldn’t house work be split between the couple. So you think that if you clean and sew then he will appreciate you. YEAH RIGHT!!! This is 2006 and men dont give a crap about that stuff any more!!! GET A LIFE!!!

By mike

February 13, 2006 02:57 PM | Link to this

After reading this entire thing and seeing women talk about the rings and expensive jewelry they want during valintines day it just enforces for me how much happier to be single and dealing with that superfical crap. To the two women on here that I read about that didn’t want jewelry and knew how much of a crock valintines day is, know that your a real catch I hope your happy. To everyone else I hope your man cheaps out and does get you the jewelry then realizes just how fake you are and leaves you.

By Janine

February 13, 2006 02:58 PM | Link to this

Right on! I get tired of hearing the “just show me you love me all year long.” Isn’t that a given? Holidays are reserved for something special so you don’t go broke trying to buy nice things all year long. Of course we just want to be happy and our partner to be safe. But a present is nice too!

By Demi

February 13, 2006 03:01 PM | Link to this

The love of my life died February 7, 2004; his memorial service was held on Valentine’s Day. We were together 7 beautiful years. What I’d like - I can never have. What would be acceptable is an evening that focuses my attention toward the future and away from the past.

By Toney

February 13, 2006 03:08 PM | Link to this

Tamara, your just a little dramatic don’t you think. A loved one can get in a car accident coming home from work, or going to the store. What about if he were on the way to pick up take out for dinner? Would you feel bad for being hungry? Everybody needs to get a grip. Buyng things for each other is OK, as long as it is not the foundation of the relationship.

By Single and Working

February 13, 2006 03:09 PM | Link to this

After reading the majority of the comments from the females I’m glad that I will be working tomorrow night. There are some truly wonderful thoughts from some ladies and others are enough to give a guy nightmares. Unfortunately for me, the latter has been my experience so I have taken myself out of the game. Kudos to the men who have a wonderful wife/girlfriend and the same to the women who have a great husband/girlfriend.

May everyone get what they DESERVE for Vaelentines Day.