Saturday 30 October 2010

Giving a Great Gift When You Are Cash-strapped

It has happened to almost everyone at some point of time or the other. The heart is overflowing with sentiments but the pocket is painfully empty (or near about anyway). You have just met the most wonderful girl and you are dying to lay the world at her dainty feet, but all you have are a few measly notes and that would hardly get you even near what you have in mind.

Quite a predicament, isn't it? But, if money alone bought love, then horses would fly, to borrow a phrase. So, the sensible and smart thing to do is to turn calamity into opportunity and come up with creative ideas that would put the costliest gift in the shade.

The trick lies in the packaging, the overall presentation and how you give it to her...dollops of romance, oodles of style and not the slightest hint of discomfiture. If you believe your gift is great, believe us, she will too.

It's not such a tall order as it sounds. Take a peep down below...

A beautifully worded love letter

The Bard knew what he was about. Words have the power to seduce and to bring down the stiffest opposition. Use scented good quality paper. It's not too expensive either and it really spells class. Add a photograph of the two of you together for good measure. Place it in a silk-lined velvet-covered box. Tie satin ribbons around it and hand it to her (look deep into her eyes as you do it. It always works).

Framed photo of the two of you

Pick out the best photograph of the two of you -- maybe when you were holidaying someplace that you still talk about. Have it enlarged and mount it on a classy frame. Choose wooden, crystal, plain glass frame, or make one yourself. You could have it play 'your' song by affixing a small battery-operated mechanism at the back of the frame.

Send her a recorded message

Women do get turned on by the sound of their man verbalising his sentiments. Depending on the intensity of your relationship, your words can range from sweetly sentimental to seriously erotic. The former can cement the bonds more tightly while the latter's verbal foreplay will ensure that by the time the two of you meet sparks will be flying.

Do something really sweet for her

You hate her pet poodle, but he means the world to her (after you, of course). Offer to take the creature for a walk every evening. She will love you for (appearing to) love him. This is especially good if she is tied up in studies or work or some family emergency. Whoever said "actions speak louder than words" knew a thing or two about human psychology.

Cook her favourite dish for her

The idea is to impress her with your efforts and a woman is always touched when her man goes all out to make her feel special. Never mind if it is as basic as bangers and mash, the right ambience can elevate a simple meal to a gourmet experience. Flowers on the table, lighted scented candles, wine, soft music in the background, attractive cutlery (need not be sterling silver you know) and you are all set.


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