How to (Really) Woo a Woman
Some years a woman will approach Valentine's Day with a smile and anticipation. Other years she averts her eyes from the overwhelming displays of red and pink heart-shaped items that abound. Some years she may choose to TOTALLY avoid any retail establishment during the month of February.
Not me–I'm in it for the chocolate! When I walk by those garish displays, my heart always beats faster and I begin to salivate. Seriously! Pavlov would have a field day with me. And I know I'm not alone.
Did you know that more chocolate is sold on Valentine's Day than any other day of the year? As far as I'm concerned, that's reason enough for a holiday. My friends refer to me as a chocoholic, and it's a status I wear proudly. Between the anti-oxidants and endorphin lift, I see no reason why chocolate isn't its own required food group. In fact, it's practically medicinal. Why else would my HDL be 120?
I'm also a chocolate purist. That means don't mess with my chocolate. No nuts, no fruit. If you must smother something with chocolate I can tolerate a raisin or two, but as far as I'm concerned, this bean was meant to be savored in its true form. (As for those new bacon-flavored chocolate bars, I won't even lower myself to discuss them. Pork and beans should meet in a pot, not in a candy.)
Men frequently wonder what to give the special woman in their lives for Valentine's Day. Flowers are lovely, but their beauty and fragrance are short-lived. Diamonds are forever, but they are also expensive. Lacy lingerie? Honestly, who's that gift really for?
So what's the best way to woo me? I may as well admit it–I'm easy. Thrust a box of gooey chocolates in my direction, and I'm yours. Every day, as I savor a piece of joy from the box you personally chose for me, I'll also savor your love.
On the other hand, I probably wouldn't refuse a chocolate-covered diamond.
So gals and guys, I would love to have you share your best or worst Valentine's gift or experience. (And if the best one wasn't from or with your spouse or the worst one was, I promise not to tell.)
Since February is heart awareness month, I will donate $1.00 to the American Heart Association for every commenter on this blog. Comment by February 15th, and you'll also be entered to win a $25 Godiva gift card.
Remember, dark chocolate is a heart-happy food.
Not me–I'm in it for the chocolate! When I walk by those garish displays, my heart always beats faster and I begin to salivate. Seriously! Pavlov would have a field day with me. And I know I'm not alone.
Did you know that more chocolate is sold on Valentine's Day than any other day of the year? As far as I'm concerned, that's reason enough for a holiday. My friends refer to me as a chocoholic, and it's a status I wear proudly. Between the anti-oxidants and endorphin lift, I see no reason why chocolate isn't its own required food group. In fact, it's practically medicinal. Why else would my HDL be 120?
I'm also a chocolate purist. That means don't mess with my chocolate. No nuts, no fruit. If you must smother something with chocolate I can tolerate a raisin or two, but as far as I'm concerned, this bean was meant to be savored in its true form. (As for those new bacon-flavored chocolate bars, I won't even lower myself to discuss them. Pork and beans should meet in a pot, not in a candy.)
Men frequently wonder what to give the special woman in their lives for Valentine's Day. Flowers are lovely, but their beauty and fragrance are short-lived. Diamonds are forever, but they are also expensive. Lacy lingerie? Honestly, who's that gift really for?
So what's the best way to woo me? I may as well admit it–I'm easy. Thrust a box of gooey chocolates in my direction, and I'm yours. Every day, as I savor a piece of joy from the box you personally chose for me, I'll also savor your love.
On the other hand, I probably wouldn't refuse a chocolate-covered diamond.
So gals and guys, I would love to have you share your best or worst Valentine's gift or experience. (And if the best one wasn't from or with your spouse or the worst one was, I promise not to tell.)
Since February is heart awareness month, I will donate $1.00 to the American Heart Association for every commenter on this blog. Comment by February 15th, and you'll also be entered to win a $25 Godiva gift card.
Remember, dark chocolate is a heart-happy food.
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