1. Keep a Love Diary In one recent study of online dating site matches, researchers had matchmakers email participants all of the online profiles of single men and women who were perfect matches for them. They also asked the matchmakers to send the participants free books or magazine subscriptions, along with an explanatory note. The theory being that if you read the book or magazine you can practice with the tips and get a feel for the type of person you'd like to become with your husband one day. So if your husband is an extrovert with a fondness for his smartwatch and likes ‘N Sync, send him a free subscriptions to Business Insider, Esquire, and Fast Company and thank him later for being a loyal reader of that serious stuff.
Of course, if you have a lover who is an artist, then you’ll want to make sure you understand that his interest in art means he also likes drawing, coloring and other visual arts. If he likes to spend time making his own unique art and is self-taught, then he’ll like some of the non-traditional forms of art you can get in a craft store. He’ll also appreciate craft materials that are really an artist’s dream. But, if he loves to draw but he’s the only one who ever sees his art, then don’t let that put you off. Just find some wonderful paintings and get them framed for him. Put them in a place where he can see them often, and don’t think that you need to spend too much on them!
Football and basketball – what’s not to love? Some men just can’t get enough of their favorite teams and sports. And what better way to show your partner you’re in it with him than with a Valentine’s Day proposal, or a special football-themed card? If your man’s not a big fan of watching sports, and you’re not a huge sports fan yourself, a weekend date where you learn about his sport of choice might be the perfect way to celebrate the day of love. Romantic Ideas for The Dishonest Meat and Potatoes Guy While some men just don’t appreciate watching their food be transformed into a piece of art, some men love to dine out.
Perhaps your husband is an Apple aficionado and has been with you through every change that the company has undergone, from the first PowerBook to the iPhone and its gazillion iterations. If you want to gift him something totally unexpected and out of the ordinary, give him a gift card to Apple. It won’t be too much of a shock when he gets the credit card bill and sees how much the technology industry has taken up his disposable income. For the more traditional man, give him a tie bar or a belt that he can wear with anything he owns. He’ll love the subtle attention from the fashion world and he’ll love how a tasteful belt can be used to style everything from a crisp white button-down shirt to a sport coat.
So how do you end up with a man who really does adore you and never finds fault with your behavior? Well, if you’ve been honest about your true, underlying motives and if you’re a very good communicator, your husband will appreciate you. Do you have a question about your spouse, his actions, or how to handle a situation? Just ask! You won’t regret it. If you liked this post, you’ll also love our How to Get Rid of a Problem Husband page!
