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14 February Valentine's Day |
Romance | Reasons for Love | Aphrodisiacs | Parents and Love
| Man Seduction
This eZine (No. 117)
Valentine’s Day Resolution: Take Care of Your HeartBy: Ainsley LaingAah, Valentine’s Day. What a great holiday. Did you know that the origin of this holiday is not really known? There are lots of suggestions by historians…but no one really knows for sure. Try doing a web search for “the history of Valentine’s Day” and you will see. Yet, it is such a popular holiday. A chance to celebrate and be grateful for the love that we have in our lives is truly special! So what are your plans? A romantic dinner? Flowers? Popping the question? It’s all so exciting, isn’t it? Here’s an idea: why not take care of your real, blood pumping, heart and appreciate it on this wonderful day? For without it, we would not be enjoying this or any other day! Or better yet, why not get together with your honey and make a plan to make sure that both of you are in good health to celebrate many more Valentine’s Days? The American Heart Association celebrates the whole of February as Heart Health Month. During February, the organization strives to educate people about how to stay well and keep their hearts in shape. They challenge people to address general wellness factors and give them ideas on how to do it. In general, they urge awareness of how to recognize heart problems and strokes, what to do if you have symptoms, how to assess personal risk factors, get regular medical check ups, regular exercise, healthy eating habits and no smoking. Ok. We all know we should exercise, eat “right”, have regular medical checks and lower stress levels. Let’s look at some of the current dietary and exercise recommendations specifically aimed at maintaining a healthy heart. After all, the more research the medical folks do, the more they change what the “right” things to do are! Exercise is pretty simple: at least 30 minutes of moderately rigorous exercise most or all days of the week. Interestingly, the type of exercise makes little difference in terms of heart health. Weight training has proven to be heart healthy as well as more aerobic activities. No matter what you enjoy, just stay moving!!! Nutrition is not so simple. Some of the newer recommendations include:
About the Author: Ainsley Laing, M.S. has been a Fitness Trainer for 26 years and writes exclusively Body for Mind eZine. She holds certifications in Group Exercise, Sports Nutrition and Personal Fitness Training. She is also a professional engineer and mom. To see more articles by Ainsley visit http://www.bodyformind.com or the blog at http://www.bodyformind.blogspot.com  Eight Ideas for Your Most Romantic Valentines Day EverBy: Jamie JeffersonValentine's Day is a prime opportunity to show your love for the most important person in your life. The best Valentine's Day gifts demonstrate how important your partner is to you by being highly personalized – a gift that only you can give because you know your partner so intimately. When you take the time to personalize her Valentine's Day gift, you show that you took the time to really think about what she would like. (And it proves that your gift is not simply an obligatory gesture.) Here are eight ideas for giving a Valentine's Day gift that is personalized and sentimental. Try combining two or more of these ideas to create something that will be remembered for years to come. 1. Give her favorite kind of flowers. While some may worry that the gift of flowers is cliché, the trick is in the personalization. If she is traditional and formal, opt for the long stemmed red roses. But surveys indicate that more than 60% of women prefer bouquets in pastel colors, such as yellow, peach, pink, and white. Tailor your floral choice to her unique personality. What colors does she favor in her home and office? What kinds of plants and flowers are in her home? If you don't know her favorite flower and her favorite color, ask. Women love it when men know these details about them. Choose your floral arrangement accordingly, and take the time to put some thought into the card, as well. Your best bet is to write your own romantic sentiment that pulls from the specifics of your relationship. If you're stuck, simply make a list of 5 or 10 things that you love about your partner, the more specific the better. For example, "I love the way your hair smells after a walk in the woods," or "I love the way you take care of me when I'm sick." Brainstorm specific memories and list them in the card. 2. Burn a CD of special songs. Include her favorite songs, as well as songs that are important to your relationship. Don't forget those songs that bear a special message about the way you feel about one another. If you're stuck, include the classic romantic love songs, perhaps Eric Clapton's "Wonderful Tonight" or Randy Travis': "Forever and Ever Amen." 3. Surprise her with her favorite meal and/or dessert. Here's a romantic standby: chocolate covered strawberries. Purchase some chocolate covered strawberries, or whip some up yourself. All you need is fresh strawberries (preferably long-stemmed), a small bag of semi-sweet chocolate chips and about a teaspoon of vegetable shortening. Melt the chips in the microwave, stirring in the shortening. Then dip the washed and dried strawberries in the melted chocolate, and place on waxed paper to cool. These are fun to share with a bottle of champagne, in front of a roaring fire. 4. Tickets to an event your partner will really enjoy. Whether it's an opera, a ballet, a sporting event, or a monster truck rally, the key, once again, is to personalize the event to your partner's unique tastes. 5. What is her favorite pampering treat? Whether it's a massage or a pedicure, set her up with an hour or two just for her. Or, better yet, go along and enjoy a massage alongside her. 6. Jewelry. Many women dream about getting a sentimental piece of jewelry on Valentine's Day. And most jewelers offer great discounts on heart pendants, as well as diamonds, this time of year. You can personalize jewelry in two different ways: 1. Make sure that the item you choose is something she is likely to wear. Does she prefer necklaces to bracelets? Would she wear an anklet? What is her favorite kind of stone? (Hint: it might not be a diamond.) 2. Add a simple engraved message. 7. Make a simple photo book of the times that you have spent together. Or frame your favorite photo of the two of you. Many online photo processing websites will allow you to make an inexpensive enlargement of a favorite photo. Some will even ship it to you, framed. 8. Plan a romantic weekend getaway. This doesn’t have to cost a lot. Go to an online travel website and search for romantic weekend specials in your city. The Internet makes it easy to find lots of great romance packages for couples, especially around Valentine's Day. Your mate may even have a favorite hotel or spa where she loves to stay – or has always dreamed of staying. The key to giving the ultimate romantic gift is to fit it exactly to your partner. If you don't know the details, simply ask her what she loves. A personalized Valentine's Day gift shows that you have been listening and that you have taken the time to pick out something perfect. It shows your partner that you truly care, (and it proves that you are quite a catch). About the author: Jamie Jefferson writes for Momscape at http://www.momscape.com . Visit today for the latest online Coupon Codes including coupons for affordable romantic weekend getaways. Comic ReliefA Husband's Moment of
Realization
A woman's husband had been slipping in and out of a coma for several months, yet she stayed by his bedside every single day. When he came to, he motioned for her to come nearer. As she sat by him, he said, "You know what? You have been with me all through the bad times. When I got fired, you were there to support me. When my business failed, you were there. When I got shot, you were by my side. When we lost the house, you gave me support. When my health started failing, you were still by my side... You know what?" “ What dear?" She asked gently. “ I think you bring me bad luck." 101 Reasons Why I Love YouBy: Jennifer GoodA very large number of romantic ideas that have been added to this site involve writing down reasons why you love your partner. This, when it comes to a large number of ideas, can be extremely time consuming and sometimes difficult to be creative with. Use this list to help spark your loving imagination and create an "ultimate" romantic gift for your love! Please note: Not all of the items on this list will apply to your relationship. When you see one that doesn't, just substitute it with your own reason. 1. I love the way we finish each other's sentences. 2. I love the way I know you'll never give up on me. 3. I love the fact that I wouldn't ever give up on you. 4. I love the way you look at me. 5. I love how beautiful your eyes are. 6. I love the way I can't imagine a day without you in my life. 7. I love the way if we were ever separated I wouldn't know how to go on. 8. I love the way we cuddle and watch sunsets together. 9. I love the way we sometimes stay up all night and just talk, then watch the sunrise together. 10. I love how I know you'll always be there when I need you to be. 11. I love the fact that I will always be there for you too. 12. I love how when I dream of my life partner, the only person that I can see is you. 13. I love how complete I feel when I am with you. 14. I love how our bodies just fit together. 15. I love the way you make me laugh. 16. I love the way you laugh. 17. I love the way you won't compromise yourself when we are together. 18. I love the way you won't let me compromise myself. 19. I love your thoughtfulness. 20. I love your tenderness. 21. I love your ability to speak without saying a single word. 22. I love the way we glance at each other across the room and know what each other is thinking. 23. I love the way, how even though we may be miles apart I still feel like you're right here with me. 24. I love the way you surprise me with the perfect gifts that show you pay attention to me. 25. I love the way you'll watch a sporting game with me even though you may not be interested in it. 26. I love the way you treat my friends. 27. I love your love for the things that interest me. 28. I love the way you let me live my life freely without jealousy. 29. I love how you demand respect but are not controlling. 30. I love how I would do anything in this world to make you happy. 31. I love how you would do anything in this world to make me happy. 32. I love the way your voice sounds over the phone. 33. I love the way your voice sounds when you whisper sweet nothings in my ear. 34. I love the completeness and oneness I feel when we make love. 35. I love your sensuality. 36. I love how our romance feels like the perfect romance movie. 37. I love how you are my soul mate. 38. I love the way you handle troubled times. 39. I love the way you respect me. 40. I love the way you protect and defend me. 41. I love how you feel when we cuddle. 42. I love the softness of your lips against mine. 43. I love the softness of you lips against my body. 44. I love the feeling of your hair brushing against me when we make love. 45. I love laying in bed at night talking about nothing. 46. I love waking up to find we've been cuddling together all night. 47. I love the surprises you leave for me. 48. I love your intelligence. 49. I love your ingenuity. 50. I love your ability to make friends where ever we go. 51. I love your love for life. 52. I love your passion for your hobbies and interests. 53. I love how every time I look at you, you take my breath away. 54. I love how I thank God everyday for bringing someone as wonderful as you into my life. 55. I love the fact you gave me the gift of our children. 56. I love the special moments that we shared that will remain my fondest memories of you and I. 57. I love spending the holidays with the one person I love the most. 58. I love how my heart skips a beat whenever you walk into the room. 59. I love how you love me. 60. I love how I love you. 61. I love the ways you choose to show your affection for me. 62. I love the way you inspire me to be more than I am. 63. I love the way you spark my creativity and imagination. 64. I love the way you make me feel like anything is possible as long as I'm with you. 65. I love your sense of humor. 66. I love the way you make me feel like royalty. 67. I love the way you dress. 68. I love your understated elegance. 69. I love you just the way you are. 70. I love your spontaneity. 71. I love our life together. 72. I love how if I died right now I would be the happiest person alive knowing I found my one true love. 73. I love the fact that we will grow old together. 74. I love your way with words. 75. I love the way you look when your sleeping. 76. I love the way you think you look awful when you first wake up when it is actually then I find you the most beautiful. 77. I love your willingness to share everything and most especially your heart with me. 78. I love your strength of character. 79. I love taking showers together. 80. I love the way you leave me love notes to find whenever you're gone. 81. I love the way you treat me. 82. I love the way you take care of us. 83. I love your cooking. 84. I love the way you take the time to thank me for doing every day things. 85. I love the way you show your affection when we are around friends and/or family. 86. I love the way you are not scared to show your affection when we are in public. 87. I love your confidence. 88. I love your ability to make me feel better when times are tough. 89. I love the way we make up after a fight. 90. I love how you treat our children. 91. I love the way you support me when I'm off track. 92. I love the way you take the time to show me how much you love me. 93. I love your beautiful hair. 94. I love your body. 95. I love your openness to try new things. 96. I love your ability to talk things through. 97. I love your courage to be you. 98. I love your greatness. 99. I love the fact that you want to be with me and only me. 100. I love how I am and feel when I am with you! 101. I love you for you! About the author: Author Website: http://www.lovingyou.com AphrodisiacsIn 2004 the Nobel Prize was given to the scientists who managed to prove that 90% of the information influencing our feelings we receive through the smell sense. This news made a big stir. It turned out that people unconsciously love or vice versa hate first of all due to scents. Simply put we love with our nose: both men and women. Now it’s clear for all us why ancient times placed such a high emphasis to aphrodisiacs. Seducing qualities of aphrodisiacs can be explained by several factors. First and foremost, the majority of aphrodisiacs (those that we use for food), have high food value; contain a wide range of vitamins and microelements thus contributing to metabolism, fast recreation and sexual potential. Some aphrodisiacs contain enzymes similar to human sexual hormones or substances facilitating generation of such hormones by organism itself. There are also aphrodisiacs that stimulate blood rush to genitals enhancing their sensitiveness, influence human cerebral cortex, mentality and behavior, evoke sexual fantasies, make people feel free and confident and arouse euphoria. By its nature aromatic aphrodisiacs are divided into two types: classical (physiological) and psychotropic. Classical aphrodisiacs optimize blood circulation, enhance potency, stimulate endocrine glands, eliminate frigidity and prevent early ejaculation thus prolonging the intercourse. Psychotropic aphrodisiacs enhance sensitiveness, passion, intensify libido and erogenous receptivity, ease and refine emotions. Classical aphrodisiacs include: verbena, carnation, geranium, jasmine, ylang-ylang, ginger, cypress, cinnamon, myrtle, ground lemon, juniper, nutmeg, nerol, palmarosa, patchouli, rose, rosemary, sandal, citronella etc. Psychotropic aphrodisiacs include: orange, bergamot, grapefruit, cedar, incense, lime, marjoram, tangerine, myrrh, petit grain, poon, pine-tree, sage, thyme etc. It has been determined that natural aphrodisiacs are able to influence hypophysis and generate endorphins. The latter strengthen sexual desires, arose euphoria and, moreover, relief pain. Natural aphrodisiacs’ qualities aren’t limited to exciting effect only: they perfectly control nervous and endocrine systems, cure frigidity and importance, make up for vitality and take out toxins. Through our nose aromatic aphrodisiacs interact with olfactory receptors and provoke nervous impulse, which repeatedly swells at the expense of adjacent receptors impulses. Total impulse through olfactory nerve gets into the central nervous system and is further analyzed by the memory center. At this very moment we experience emotional reaction, which reduces tension, eliminates discomfort, uncertainty, evoke libido and activate blood circulation. Above all, natural aphrodisiacs unload subconsciousnes, release mentality of all fears and complexes and normalize cardiovascular system functioning. Aphrodisiacs take spasmolytic effect. About the author: Author Website: http://www.xxx-sextoys.net Learn
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 What My Parents Taught Me About LoveOur parents are our first role models when it comes to relationships. They methods they used to navigate the pathways of romance leave a pretty permanent impression on our relationship viewpoints. Their experiences help us gain a better understanding of what to do and what not to do when it comes to love. In a recent romance poll we asked our readers to share what pearls of wisdom they've learned from their parents. Below are some of our favorite responses on topics ranging from children to teamwork.MARRY FOR LOVE "The most important thing my parents have taught me is to make sure to only marry someone that you really, truly love." --Amy B. "My parents taught me what a relationship should NOT be like. Both married someone they didn't really love (each other). As a result, my father was always frustrated ('your mother is a cold fish,' he'd say). I never saw them kiss, give loving touches, look at each other with love in their eyes. From this I learned how crucial sex, touching, verbal intimacy and tokens of love are to the success of a relationship. My significant other travels extensively for his job, but not a day passes that he doesn't send me a card from your site. He also calls every morning to wake me up and at night before we go to sleep. We are so physically and emotionally in synch that we both have no doubt that we love and trust each other implicitly - something my parents never had. It makes me sad for them, for their entire marriage was a sham and both were sad & angry most of their lives." --Jen "The most important thing I've learned from my parents is that the fairy tale of love CAN be real - that after 30 years, your partner can still light up the room for you." --Anonymous HARD WORK & PERSERVEANCE "My parents have taught me to work as hard in a relationship as you would at anything else you truly love!" --Francine "Even the best relationships still need to be worked on." --Jenn "No matter what, if you love one another it will be worth it. Never give up. My parents have been through it all and no matter what thirty-six years later they are still in love. So, I would have to say that they taught me that love truly can conquer all!" --Melinda "Marriage vows are sacred, far stronger than any bumps or potholes along life's highway." --Geoff Hayes "Relationships take work. Yes, you get that 'in love giddy feeling' with every little thing being perfect, but it takes compromise, dedication and hard work from both people." --Catrina CHILDREN & DIVORCE "You shouldn't stay married just for your kids. It makes you miserable, and it makes you a worse parent." --bekka "I learned that if I am in a marriage that no longer has love, I will get out of it. Its' not worth it to spend 30 years in a loveless marriage where neither one of you is actually happy." --Kez "Not to stay together if you are unhappy. They did and I had a bad childhood!" --Nancy LeBlanc COMMUNICATION "Don't go to bed angry. Always communicate, tell each other your feelings and try to look at the other person's point of view. Always be there for each other and spend time together. Listen to each other and love your mate unconditionally." --Vanessa "Never argue about the petty stuff and never let the petty stuff argue you." --Linda "To always communicate with each other. Be honest and never doubt each other. Trust in one another. Love one another and be as ONE!!" --Lisa "Communication is important. If something is bothering you about the other person, talk to them about it. Don't let it eat at you and hope that they are going to change. How will they change if you don't tell them?" --Lize RESPECT "You must respect each other and be a team." --Anonymous "We've learned to love and respect each other through the joys and trials of life, and to always infuse humor into situations." --L.R. "Two people are not the same and your partner should be treated as you would want to be treated. If you made a mistake in your relationship remember, problems come and go. In order to build a strong relationship, one must be willing to forgive one another and move on. When you can do that you know you have found a true soul mate." --James Phillips TOLERANCE & COMPROMISE "If you love someone enough you will love the good and tolerate the bad." --Darlene "After 38 years of marriage, the most important thing I learned from my parents is that no matter how bad things may seem, there is always a solution and a compromise to any problem if you really want there to be." --Tammy "You can agree to disagree and still have a loving, fulfilling relationship." --wildlucky4me "I have learned that love endures through all the good and bad things that may come about in a marriage." --Tim "I've learned how important acceptability of one another is. I've learned tolerance from both of them and they are very supportive of each other." --Jumoke "I've learned to leave the past in the past. Forgive others for things that have been said in the heat of an argument. Approach each other to apologize. Don't wait for the other one to do it first." --Pam HONESTY "To be open and honest with the person you're with. Lying about things only means you have something to hide, and it only makes things worse for everyone." --Melissa "I would have to say being honest. Without honesty in your relationship it will not work. Lies have a tendency of catching up with you." --Jelana TEAMWORK "My parents have taught me how to work out solutions for every problem - together." --Mara "You're not always going to have time for each other, but when you do, you make that time special!" --Sara Beth "A relationship won't work if you don't put the effort in and do things together; living together but living separate lives is not a relationship." --Lydia "It takes two to make a relationship work, both parties have to be willing to support the other and give of each other in a loving manner. When things get tough, help each other get through the rough times. They have been together 48 years now." --Charles Adams About the author: Author Website: http://www.lovingyou.com How To Seduce A Man - End Of The Mystery?By: Matt CastleThe age old question of seduction has been around for thousands of years. Its as relevant today as when Cleopatra was strutting her stuff a few centuries ago old school style. Without question, I'm quite sure a thousand years from now women will be having the same debate and fearing it is a complicated answer. Being a man of 31 years and still remaining single, I've seen my share of womanly tactics. Some good, some bad and I hate to take the mystery out of this great question but seducing a man is not that difficult. Let me explain the basic concepts of a man to you. Men are visual creatures and we are problem solvers. We communicate and interact with our environment much differently than women, so there are obviously going to be a natural communication glitch from day #1. Our friendships with other men (i.e. Our Boys), our personalities, and our outlooks on life are vastly different. This can be attributed to cultural and/or traditional roles, such as the commonly known "Me Tarzan, you Jane" theory, or it could be something as simple as not fully comprehending what the opposite sex is thinking and saying to one another. Otherwise, why would Men are from Mars, Woman are from Venus been a best seller for so long. So lets build up a collection of a woman's best options on gaining a man's attention, and more appropriately, his affections: All men are visual. This is your single most important weapon in your seduction technique. Men will look, stare, gawk, and oogle every woman that looks visually appealing to us. An illustrative example is, how many times have women noticed men talking or listening to your chest. More than once I'm sure. Its not always intentional, but hopefully that simple example can quantify how valuable a man's visual senses are to him. So use this principle against him. Similarly, this is directly applicable to the "he's a leg man" principle comes into play. All men enjoy having their ego boosted. This can vary tremendously between men, but women are rather adept at identifying personality traits so use your best judgment here. Complement him in some small way to test the waters and depending upon his reaction, you can add more or scale it back. Nothing works better than petting your man on the head and giving him a Scooby Snack (the famous Scooby Doo dog cartoon) than praising him for doing something of value to you. All men like attention, especially in private. Varying degrees of subtlety will work depending upon the man, but initiating physical contact with him should get you a well received message that will tell you if he is interested in your advances. Touching his arm, sitting close to him, or laying your head on his shoulder are universal signs that we know well. Both men and women have highly evolved senses of smell. In fact, it is widely believed that our sense of smell has the greatest probability of recalling a past memory. So when you get close to us, that sweet smell of perfume on your neck or the smell of your hair is a definite attention grabber and will literally have a euphoric affect. Playing off of #1, a great smile and beautiful eyes will turn a man into silly putty if applied correctly. To men, a simple smile or laugh can change our entire perception of a situation involving a woman because we are often concentrating on what you are thinking. Therefore, if you give him some positive feedback at the beginning of your meeting, it will obviously speed things in your favor. Men LOVE the art of seduction. The thrill of the chase is always a welcome turn-on for a man, so it never hurts to play hard to get. Play this tactic by your own comfort standards because every situation requires a tweaking of the game plan. So be observant and apply what you have learned to your own style of seduction. Last but not least, express your sexuality with confidence and without hesitation. Having a confident partner is very gratifying for a man and will increase his desire to be with you. That is a very PC way of saying "he will want you 24 hours, 7 days per week", but there is substantial proof supporting me here. Remember, I'm the end user of these tactics so trust me that men always remember their "uninhibited encounters." This may seem like a lot of information, but these techniques are often intuitive for most women simply because it feels natural to want to be with your partner. Just remember that the previously mentioned seduction tactics are not to be applied rigidly. Everyone is unique in their own ways, and the tactics should be conformed to your own comfort levels and situation. Although, with all of this being said, it never hurts to remember another tried and true method of seducing a man... How do you seduce a man per se? Just show up! We'll take care of the rest. About the author: Matt Castle is a freelance writer specializing in personal finance and various investment strategies. Occasionally, a different topic will find its way onto paper other than financial documents just for entertainment value. Visit his blog at http://chronologyblog.blogspot.com/ for more articles and free advisory services. Dave's Life Changing Program: |
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