Valentine’s gifts for the true love of your life…

If you are like me, Valentine’s Day poses a bit of a dilemma: I love my husband and want to show it, but hope that I do so throughout the year. So when Valentine’s Day approaches, I want to acknowledge him, but usually with something red and meaningful. Flowers and chocolate are great, but safety is a gift that keeps on giving. Here are some things I’ve given him through the years. Maybe you’ll see something here that says, “I love you.”

Preparedness is a true buzz word this year and always in vogue in the Bay Area. A few years ago, I packed a pair of red backpacks with earthquake supplies and gave us each one for our cars. There are tons of great pre-packaged kits – even a red one! Read more about being prepared in Deborah Byrne’s great post about how to keep you and your loved ones safe. That’s a true Valentine’s gift.

Along those lines, how about a donation in your loved one’s name to the Red Cross – you never know when that gift will give back.

Sometimes a trip to the hardware store will uncover that perfect red gift – a pair of red gardening gloves, some red shears, or my personal favorite – a Swiss Army Knife All express your love – but with a bit of a twist. There’s even a pink one that supports breast cancer awareness.

A red flashlight for the car, a red umbrella for that unexpected rain, or how about a great bottle of red wine for that moment you’ll share together that truly says, “I love you!”

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Posted by:Martha O’Hayer