Where has the romance gone?
Life is busy, isn't it? So busy in fact that there is little time even for our everyday tasks, let alone the extras, such as romance.
Wait a minute! When did romance become an extra? If you are like most married couples, romance became an extra sometime after the third month of pregnancy or the third year of marriage.
:-)
But it doesn't - and shouldn't - have to stay that way. It just takes a little nudge, a little suggestion, to get the romance jump-started to become an everyday pleasure rather than a chore or an extra.
To help you along, The Anniversary Shop has added a new feature that will allow you to read a romantic tip of the day - one for you and one for your spouse.
This is a family-friendly site, so there will be nothing here to embarrass anyone. You will receive tips such as "On a Friday morning, give him a gift certificate to a local coffee shop, to be used together on the weekend" and "Give her a memory box filled with notes sharing special romantic memories (memory boxes are sold at most craft stores)."
Bookmark The Anniversary Shop and check back every day for your new Romantic Tip of the Day from Family Life.
And remember, always celebrate anniversaries!
Claudia
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Monday, December 18, 2006
Where Has the Romance Gone?
Saturday, December 16, 2006
Paper Gifts for the 1st Anniversary
Paper gifts for the first year anniversary.
Traditional anniversary gifts and modern anniversary gifts are always available at The Anniversary Shop.
Anniversary gifts are listed by year and then by category within each year. For example, the traditional anniversary gift for the first year is paper.
Paper? Yes, paper. If the first thing that comes to mind is stationery, you are not alone. But how romantic is that? Why not give a planter of delicate, fragrant paperwhite flowers instead? Or an interesting pair of lacquered paper earrings? See both of these items and more at Years 1 through 10.
And remember, whether you choose a traditional anniversary gift or a modern anniversary gift, always celebrate anniversaries!
Claudia
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Thursday, December 14, 2006
Enter to Win!
Enter to Win!
There's still time to enter this month's drawing for a perfect pair of Pearl and Peridot Drop Earrings.
To enter, go to Enter to Win at The Anniversary Shop and sign up for the mailing list. You will be automatically entered in each month's contest and will receive notice of new products and promotions at The Anniversary Shop.
Every order received before 9:00 pm eastern on Friday, December 15, will receive an additional entry to win.
The drawing will be held at 9:00 pm eastern on December 15.
Sign up today!
And remember to Celebrate Anniversaries!
Claudia
Modern and traditional wedding anniversary gifts at The Anniversary Shop
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
diamonds, Diamonds, DIAMONDS!
All diamonds are 33% off suggested retail value at The Anniversary Shop now through December 31.
Order in the next two days for delivery before Christmas.
Shown here is the Pendulum Diamond Pendant. With a center diamond of 0.25 ctw and a total carat weight of 0.50, this 14k gold pendant will be a hit this holiday season.
The entire diamond collection can be found at The Anniversary Shop
Diamonds are the perfect gift for any occasion!
Claudia
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Friday, December 08, 2006
Do You Need More Ideas for Men?
Do you still need more ideas for gifts for men?
I am writing this on Friday to be published over the weekend because my husband and I will be staying at a Bed and Breakfast Sunday night.
If you have never stayed at a B&B you simply must stay in one and bask in the pampering that you get as you arrive to a clean room with hosts who are willing to chat or leave you to yourselves, whichever you prefer.
After a good night's sleep in a quiet room with generally some of the best mattresses we have ever slept on, you will be treated to a breakfast of pure delight! We have never been served the standard hotel fare of cereal, rolls, and coffee. Oh, no! We have had stuffed baked french toast, fresh fruit out of season, fresh-squeezed orange juice, fruit pastries, fresh homemade muffins of all kinds, eggs, pancakes, waffles, bacon, ham, and usually more of anything than we can eat.
It is truly a delight!
Click to buy gift certificates good at hundreds of B&Bs across the US.
Find other gifts for all the men and women on your list at The Anniversary Shop
Continuing with Gifts for Men
Continuing with Gifts for Men - A pewter sake set on a wooden tray
For an extremely novel and unique gift for your man, check out the pewter sake set on a wooden tray at The Anniversary Shop.
Handcrafted of the finest pewter, this exquisite and functional set features a sake bottle and two cups.
For an even more extravagant and elegant sake set, the Shijo sake set at gleams with 24k trim on the sake bottle, four cups, and pewter tray. This is a gift he will remember!
Made of 97% tin, this 100% lead free pewter also contains a small amount of copper and antimony for strength. Considered the world's fourth most precious metal after platinum, gold, and silver, pewter's ability to withstand time and its shiny brilliance give it great value. Unlike silver, pewter does not require polishing or any other special care. It does not rust, tarnish, or deteriorate in any way over time.
Order now to ensure arrival in time for the holidays!
Claudia
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Another Gift Idea for Him
Another gift idea for Him - A silver pocket watch
Who doesn't think a man looks 10 times more classy when he wears a pocket watch? Tom Selleck comes to mind. Not sure why, but he must have worn a pocket watch in some movie that I saw.
At The Anniversary Shop you will find two pocket watches just waiting for Christmas gift-giving.
Both the brushed silver and the high-polish pocket watches can be engraved, at no extra cost, and can be delivered anywhere in the continental US in time for Christmas if an order is placed by December 15.
Check them out and place your online order today to be sure to get your gifts in time for holiday gift giving.
Thursday, December 07, 2006
Gifts of Wood for Men
Gifts of Wood
It seems that wood and men go hand-in-hand. And what man wouldn't appreciate some help organizing all those gadgets, gizmos, papers, and coins in his pockets at the end of the day?
With gifts of wood, found in year 6 at The Anniversary Shop, you will find desktop or dresser organizers along with keepsake boxes and even a cherry putter that your man can use on the road, in the den, or in his office.
All of these are great gift ideas for the men on your shopping list this Christmas season.
The Anniversary Shop, your source for unique modern and traditional wedding anniversary gifts.
Tuesday, December 05, 2006
Picnic Baskets for Him
Picnic Baskets for Him
For Christmas or for your next special occasion, anniversary or birthday, why not give him a picnic basket and the promise that it holds for romantic getaways for the just the two of you?
You will find a variety of picnic baskets at The Anniversary Shop.
With cheese and wine service for four, the Deluxe Sonoma Picnic Basket, is ready to go with everything but the food. Add your favorite beverage, cheese, crackers, and a few sandwiches, and you are off for a great adventure full of fun and romance!
As always, enjoy shopping at The Anniversary Shop and let me know if there is anything I can do to make your shopping experience better.
Claudia
claudia@theanniversaryshop.com
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Saturday, December 02, 2006
Gifts for Him
Gifts for Him
I know, I know. Most of the items featured so far in the blog have been for women. Any idea why?
You got it! It's because men who are looking for beautiful, classy gifts for their wives can go to one place and find the perfect gift -- and you can help him find the perfect gift by having me send a hint (see blog November 30).
But what about gifts for men? There are plenty of gifts for men at The Anniversary Shop. To help you finalize your Christmas shopping for all those men on your list, this week I will feature gifts particulary for men.
Award-Winning Bodega Chocolate
Who says chocolate is just for women? It's true that women consume a greater percentage of chocolate than men, but men love to eat chocolate too!
Featured here is the Signature Sampler from award-winning Bodega Chocolate. This sampler includes a generous 56 ounces of chocolate in the form of truffle bars, dark chocolate and almond covered English toffee, and European pastries (The Anniversary Shop).
More delectable chocolates from Bodega Chocolates can be found at the Award-Winning Chocolate link at Always Appropriate Gifts at The Anniversary Shop.
Happy shopping!