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Despite the barrage, both online and off, of Valentine’s Day messaging over the last month, I procrastinated this year.  Like many other lovers, I wasted a lot of time this weekend trying to find the perfect Valentine’s Day gift.  Unfortunately, my boyfriend doesn’t ‘need’ anything and is not a fan of frivolous gifts.  I felt compelled to buy something, yet arrived home empty-handed and frustrated.  I thought to myself, “Am I merely trying to find a Valentine’s Day gift because I know he is buying one for me?”   If so, my dominant buying motive is ultimately guilt- which is bad for me; great for retailers. 

I’m curious, as always, to know how many of you buy Valentine’s Day gifts because you feel obligated vs. genuinely want to do something special for your sweetheart?

I’m also looking for gift ideas, so share those too!  Is a framed photo, home-cooked meal and an invitation to, “Be mine,” sufficient?

Hi Curiousliz and All at Startupnation!

I am new here, and think it`s a great site!  I`ve spent alot of time reading everything.

I couldn`t pass up the opportunity to tell you, if he`s a jerky lover, you better get him some of that too. 

WELCOME, houseofjerkyjanie!  Glad to hear that you`ve found the StartupNation community and find our content valuable!

While my boyfriend isn`t a jerky lover, I certainly am, so thanks for the tip!

Thank you for the welcome.  Yes, the content is very valuable, and very interesting. 

And yes, I think he`ll be happy with your gifts!

My mom is a great gift giver too!  She never ceases to amaze me- she offers gifts during the holidays to just about everyone, and each gift is tailored to the recipient.  For example, my mom always chooses a gift that is Chartreuse for my dad’s secretary because it’s her favorite color, and something with palm trees for her favorite waitress because she loves them.  At Easter, my mom paints icons for people who are sick or grieving.  She always manages to find the time to create or buy the perfect gift!