What this girl wants for Valentine’s Day
Northglen News journalist, Candyce Krishna, a lover of 'practical' gifts, thinks Valentine's Day is overrated.
VALENTINE’S Day has never been my thing. You can forget about getting me a gift on Valentine’s, even an anniversary, but don’t ever forget my birthday gift! Because that specific day is special to me.
I’m a practical person (most times), even when it comes to the gifts I would like to receive.
Yes, the diamond ring is great, but isn’t there something better for me that your money could be spent on?
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I’m going to start by saying, forget about the obvious, such as body wash and lotion sets.
No disrespect to the brands, but there ain’t nothing romantic about the popular gift sets.
Anyway, it’s already on my toiletry list every month, so, it’s a no from me.
I’m going to narrow it down to the top five items I think would make for the perfect Valentine’s gifts… For me, that is.
Maybe you’d agree.
Perfume– is my firm favourite, because smelling great is a turn on.
Chocolates – and I mean Lindt, but more of the ones in the green wrappers that have pistachio nuts in them. Yum!
Bracelet with charms – then you could just add charms whenever there’s a millstone or special day to celebrate. It’s a super sweet gift.
Couples massage – we get so caught up in the hustle and bustle of life that it would be great to relax together for a change.
An experience – sky diving, zip-lining, anything that gets my adrenaline pumping, followed by lunch of course. Because what’s the point if there’s no food?
Now, let’s flip the coin. Here’s what I would really like for Valentine’s Day:
A full tank of petrol.
Zinger wings for the month.
A chauffeur for a week or so.
Gin on tap
R10-million
A flat tummy
A girl can dream, right?
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