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Tuesday, February 9th, 2010

Here are some fresh ideas for Valentine’s Day, no matter what your relationship status.

Start a Tradition

Establishing a tradition will allow you and your loved one to bond and give you something to look forward to every year. In addition, if you want to avoid some of the stress that comes with making reservations at popular restaurants and deciding on unique date ideas, traditions give you something to rely on. If you both enjoy music, head out to concert and vow to repeat some form of this every year. If you always eat out, try cooking a meal at home together. Get a recipe that appeals to you, shop for ingredients, whip up dinner, and enjoy the time together. Encourage friendly competition by cooking secret recipes for each other—and judging which one is better. On the other hand, if eating out is more of a privilege for you and your loved one, make reservations at a swanky restaurant and enjoy the luxury. Be sure that your tradition is special to you both because it will prove more meaningful in years to come.

Spend a Night with the Girls

If you are single on Valentine’s Day, get with your single ladies and let loose! Don’t dread this day; instead make it work for you because after all, Valentine’s Day is not only for lovers, but also for friends. Have a spa day with your best friends, dress up in that va-va-voom dress and head out for a night of fun. To switch things us, don’t accept any numbers, or on the other hand, see how many you can score. If staying in is preferred, rent a few movies with everyone’s “dream man” and have a Hugh Grant or Patrick Swayze marathon! Surrounding yourself with people that you love being with will make this day one worth repeating!

Treat Yourself

Fulfill a longtime dream or goal of yours with someone you care for: a parent, best friend, lover or spouse. Do something that you have always wanted to do, but have not yet done. If you have always wanted to go bungee jumping or scuba diving, seek places that offer these activities. You will be treating yourself by doing something that you truly want to. As a plus, a Valentine’s Day discount may be in store. Moreover, Valentine’s Day can be one where you reward yourself—for being amazing! Splurge on the item that you have been gazing at in the store or online, or have a second helping of the luscious red velvet cake from your office party. Think “It’s my day and I can choose to do something for myself because I deserve it.”

  1. Jone Milwee says:

    Hmmm, interesting…I was reading an article on this yesterday

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Foodlicious Friday–Fettuccine

Friday, February 5th, 2010

Thick, creamy Alfredo sauce smothers fettuccine in this delicious vegan version of an old Italian classic.

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INGREDIENTS:

12 oz. dry fettuccine or your choice of pasta

1 pint soy milk

4 cloves garlic, minced

6 Tbsp. vegan cheese, grated

4 Tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

40z vegetables of your choice (such as carrots, broccoli or peas), chopped and steamed

DIRECTIONS:

Cook and drain the pasta.

Place in a large non-stick sauté pan along with the soy milk and garlic. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently. Add the vegan cheese.

Continue cooking until the “cheese” melts and the sauce thickens. Stir in the parsley and black pepper. Add the steamed vegetables, toss gently and serve.

Don’t forget the garlic bread! Yum!

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Remember When Wednesdays

Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

As the last installment of “Cheating Husbands” has been wrapped up, there’s much to reflect on. Written in 1920, just one year after women were permitted to vote in this country! It’s truly no wonder why so much blame was heaped onto women.

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Especially when one considers the fact that the Mormon Church still allowed the practice of polygamy—until 1935! It’s not rocket science why equal rights for women took decades, and is still an issue that sparks controversy in America, and in nearly every other country.

The idea that women are inferior to men remains rooted in traditions, like  in weddings. That famous last line the clergymen says: “I now pronounce you man and wife.”

It’s a minor detail that goes unnoticed by most, but once you actually pay attention to the words, it’s impossible, as a woman, to be pleased that such discrepancies in equality are still passed around so freely. Some parsons do say “husband and wife,” and to them we tip our hat and say thank you.

What little ways have you noticed inequality in everyday life? Is it still a man’s world? Tell us your thoughts!!

Two lucky commenters will receive the February and March issues of True Romance magazine.

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