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Galway Advertiser

February 3 2005

Valentine's Day - just around the corner
February 14, cherished by some as the most romantic day of the year, is just around the corner. And unless you've already chosen a gift for your loved one you'd better start thinking quickly. In recent years men have become far more relaxed about being seen carrying a bouquet of flowers up Shop Street or battling for the best and biggest cards in the shops across Galway, but apart from the cards, chocolates, and flowers associated with St Valentine's Day, people are becoming far more imaginative in their choice of gifts. If you have a special someone, make sure you ask her to circle Monday week, February 14, on the calendar to be with you. Once the date is secured, start making some plans. an emotional lift, we all feel special when flowers arrive in our honour. Besides, no one can complain about gaining weight from a lovely arrangement of your choice! The downside is they are gone in about a week. So why not add to them? Add a few twigs to the arrangement (ask the florist to add them) then tie a few small gifts to ribbons attached to the twigs. For instance tickets to a special event, a little box of jewellery, or a tiny bottle of perfume. It doesn't matter if you are first loves, romantics, or have more grandchildren than you care to admit, St Valentine's Day is a day for romance, caring, giving, and above all celebrating your life and love. Enjoy the relaxed ambience, friendly staff, efficient service and culinary expertise in some of Galway's fine restaurants well worth visiting for that special night out! Where you go isn't as important as choosing an atmosphere that puts you and your partner in the mood for love. Make reservations, get the brochure, and tie it up in a card or a decorative keepsake box. If you can't get away to some place exotic, then arrange a picnic by the fire, a morning at a health spa, or a day trip to a neighbouring county. let your beloved know the true depth of your emotions. Whether you send one of those soppy ones with cute fluffy teddy bears or the cheeky cards with lewd suggestions on the inside is entirely up to you. If you're not the predictable type, why not get the romance started the day before? Send flowers, a romantic card, or a small gift to your loved one at work. Enclose a card saying you can't wait until tomorrow...

Love letters
The subject of love is one that has inspired poets, writers, those lucky in love as well as those who have been passed over by Cupid, to comment. W i s e , f u n n y, b i tt e r, p r o fo u n d , silly... it seems as if everyone h a s something to say on the subject. One of the most thoughtful - and most inexpensive gifts - one lover can give to another is a letter that expresses how one feels about the other. Imagine finding such a missive on your pillow one night. Not only would it affirm your love for the moment; it would be a treasure to preserve for a lifetime.

Dining in
If on the other hand you're planning a romantic dinner for two at home, setting the mood is very important. An extra special Valentine's dinner can mean lighting candles and munching on take-out food or it can mean spending some quality time to plan and make everything perfect. For your dinner choose a setting that is new and different. Perhaps a small table in front of the fireplace, by French doors, or in the porch. If you have a view of water or city lights, even better. Decorate your tabletop with something romantic - flower petals, heartshaped glitter, or Valentine sweets are some ideas. And be sure to have candles. White, pink, rose, silver, or gold are good colour choices and fit the theme.

Dining out
Couples who are relatively new to one another are usually most comfortable going out for dinner on Valentine's evening, while many who have been intimate for a while prefer a cosy night at home. Local restaurants are always booked out for Valentine's night so make reservations now while you still have the chance!

Say it with flowers
Flowers are a good start and give everyone

`He loves me, he loves me not' Don't leave her guessing!
Why not show how much you care this Valentine's Day and treat your loved one to a romantic meal at the

Romantic getaway
A getaway for you and your sweetheart is sure to make her love you forever.

Traditional cards
Cards are nevertheless still the favourite way to
Love is truly in the air at the

`Galway Best Kept Secret'
Fairgreen Rd, Lough Atalia 091 513100 www.fairgreenhotel.com info@fairgreenhotel.com Reservations essential

On Monday 14th February
Treat your loved one to a night to remember with a Romantic Dinner for 2 Plus a Bottle of House Wine In the Kilcornan Restaurant Followed by Music in The Bar and Overnight Accommodation With Full Irish Breakfast At the all inclusive price of 50.00 per person sharing Reservations essential:

Keanes Restaurant
ORANMORE, CO GALWAY
Romantic Set Menu
from 6pm-10pm on Valentines Night Price 25 per person
Please book to avoid disappointment Tel 091 794075

Valentines Special

091 796988
Enjoy an Evening of Romance with a Sumptious Dinner for 2 In the

on 14th Feb followed by music in The Q Bar 25.00 per person at the

Quality Hotel & Leisure Centre Galway Reservations essential: 091 792244