{"id":5007,"date":"2011-02-10T14:05:04","date_gmt":"2011-02-10T20:05:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.flovalleynews.com\/?p=5007"},"modified":"2011-02-10T14:05:04","modified_gmt":"2011-02-10T20:05:04","slug":"valentines-day-doesnt-have-to-be-expensive-many-local-options-available","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flovalleynews.com\/?p=5007","title":{"rendered":"Valentine\u2019s Day Doesn\u2019t Have to be Expensive; Many Local Options Available"},"content":{"rendered":"

BY NICHOLE BUTLER<\/strong><\/p>\n

Alfred Lord Tennyson once said, \u201cLove is the only gold,\u201d and how right he was! Throughout history, love has been portrayed as something that can not be bought. Love is priceless. On the contrary, love is the most affordable and the most extravagant gift to be given.<\/p>\n

There is no reason to deplete your bank account to impress the one you love this Valentine\u2019s Day.<\/p>\n

The Florissant community provides several affordable opportunities to spoil that special someone, whether it is a first date, a serious relationship, or your spouse of 50 years.<\/p>\n

A romantic dinner for two is a widely practiced celebration on and around every Feb. 14. Florissant has many romantic restaurants close to home that have a lot to offer. Perhaps a table reservation in front of the fireplace at Hendel\u2019s or a candle lit dinner at Yacovelli\u2019s would be the perfect evening out.<\/p>\n

For a couple who often dines out, a night in may provide that extra element of romance. If you are a man that does not know how to tie an apron, much less boil water, then preparing even a simple meal may be a little daunting.<\/p>\n

Although home cooking is the most affordable way to go, there are many restaurants in Florissant that offer meals for take-out. Create an intimate space by covering a small table with a deep red tablecloth and candles, then drive over to one of the many local Italian restaurants and pick up a large order of spaghetti and meatballs. One order is often enough to feed two!<\/p>\n

After dinner, snuggle up on the sofa and watch something romantic together. Casablanca,<\/em> Roman Holiday<\/em>, and It Happened One Night<\/em> are all classic romance films noteworthy of Valentine\u2019s Day attention, and they can all be rented for free at the St. Louis County Florissant Valley Branch library.<\/p>\n

Impress the one you love by presenting him or her with something you made.<\/p>\n

Homemade cards and romantic coupon books are not only free alternatives; they are also fun and creative ways to express your emotions.<\/p>\n

Other alternatives that show you really put a lot of time and energy into your gifts may consist of:\u00a0 love letters and poems (you guys can scent them with your cologne too; a girl isn\u2019t the only one how can sprit\u2019s the pages!), a box wrapped in pretty paper containing all the mementos you have secretly kept throughout your relationship, or a gift certificate to your own private spa that’s redeemable whenever he or she chooses.<\/p>\n

If you can\u2019t resist and absolutely have to surprise the love of your life with something that sparkles or shines, Don Henefer Jewelers offers a variety of affordable jewelry for both men and women. Cuff links, ladies and gentlemen bracelets, earrings, and necklaces are all available in prices ranging from $39.00 to $75.00.<\/p>\n

Red roses are the trademark for Valentine\u2019s Day flowers, but if you are trying to limit the budget then a simple alternative is to purchase one single red rose and a balloon bouquet. Almost every florist offers balloon bouquets at a more affordable price than floral bouquets.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere are many lower priced options to choose from,\u201d Olga Mueller, owner of Flowers by Olga, says. \u201cBalloon bouquets start at $29.99. Candy, flowers, and stuffed animals can also be included with an additional charge.\u201d You can purchase a single long stemmed red rose in a glass vase for $9.99.<\/p>\n

The most important thing to remember when planning your Valentine\u2019s Day this year is that there is no reason to break the bank when trying to sweep that special someone off his or her feet. More than likely, you will be more self-conscience about how much money you spend (or don\u2019t spend) than they will be. It really is the thought that counts. Have fun, get creative, and show them just how priceless love really is.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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