Valentine's Day for Couples, Singles, and everyone in between.

Advice for those who have been shot by cupid or those who are sitting this one out.

Ahhh Valentine's day, it's that time of year again, if you're a guy, you want to make sure your lady feels the love. Some guys are more romantic than others, I get it, but hey you don't have to be the king of hearts to make her feel special.

First things first, you need to start the day out right. Keep it short and simple. If you're not Mr. Romance, I doubt you'll be sending your lady a love sonnet, but something of that nature could be a nice gesture. Send her a nice text or leave her a note saying something sweet and simple, like: "Hey beautiful, can't wait for tonight" or "Hey hot stuff"

Next, don't tell her what you're doing, the key here is mystery, keep her guessing (on this day)you want to surprise her. However, do tell her you have made plans, so she can have time to dress for the occasion.

As far as plans go, going to dinner or cooking dinner are both appropriate. But don't follow the norms. (do something that fits your personality and tastes). If possible, reenact your very first date. Remember the details of the past, such as the restaurant you went to on your first date. If you're going to cook dinner, don't just throw some crazy meal together, put some thought into it. Candles, wine, a fire, are all excellent backdrops for your dinner. It wouldn't hurt to throw on some light jazz or a little Sinatra as well (whatever music you find romantic).

A trail of rose petals leading to your bedroom is also very magical. Follow this up with a candle lit bedroom and some bubbly. As the champagne is chilling, go in for the kill...

The most important thing to remember here is to do something you both will enjoy. It can be as standard or as extravagant and crazy as you wish. ;)

SINGLES--- being single on Valentine's doesn't have to be that bad. Keep in mind that Valentine's day is a commerical holiday. However if you feel like Valentine's day is on steriods, and you're playing for the other team, here are some tips..

My advice to you is to act like it's any other day. Go out with single friends or
do what you normally would on any other day. If you're a girl however, being single on Valentine's day may be a little more difficult. I wouldn't recommend watching sappy romantic comedies. Make your Valentine's date your single girlfriend. Go to the spa together, or dinner. After dinner, go back and watch funny movies or make a list of all the bad qualities in all the guys you have ever dated (call it man bashing hour). Sharing a laugh over a pint of double fudge ice cream may also help--hey whatever works!

Most importantly, don't worry about it, after all, it's just another day!