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Old 05-27-2011, 12:44 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Tonight DH and I are going out on a date. I suck at romantic guestures. He is into woodworking. So one time I bought him a chocolate tool set. He looked at me like I was a dork. Given I have very limited time (because I did not even think of it until now), what can I do before dinner/at dinner / after dinner. This is aside from or in addition to the obvious bj I know you are all going to suggest. Cuz you know I really can't do that at dinner.
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Tonight DH and I are going out on a date. I suck at romantic guestures. He is into woodworking. So one time I bought him a chocolate tool set. He looked at me like I was a dork. Given I have very limited time (because I did not even think of it until now), what can I do before dinner/at dinner / after dinner. This is aside from or in addition to the obvious bj I know you are all going to suggest. Cuz you know I really can't do that at dinner.
Just crawl under the table and pull the table cloth down and suprise him!!!!!!!!!!!!

LOL that would really be something imagine if you were at the table next to someone who did that. LOL

Listen most men do not like romantic gestures they like lustfull gestures.

when my wife dose romantic gestures for me I thing thats not what I like thats what YOU like.Men and women are wired differently.

if I was taking my wife out and I did a lustfull gesture she would look at me like a dork because she would be expecting a romantic gesture.

you got to push his buttons if you want him to push your buttons.

I think that is the biggest problem with relationships. we do for our spouce what we would like done to us instead of doing what you think he would actually want.


have a great time tonight.

p.s. a new wood working tool would be nice and you don't have to give it to him tonight suprise him some other time
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Old 05-27-2011, 01:04 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Just crawl under the table and pull the table cloth down and suprise him!!!!!!!!!!!!

LOL that would really be something imagine if you were at the table next to someone who did that. LOL

Listen most men do not like romantic gestures they like lustfull gestures.

when my wife dose romantic gestures for me I thing thats not what I like thats what YOU like.Men and women are wired differently.

if I was taking my wife out and I did a lustfull gesture she would look at me like a dork because she would be expecting a romantic gesture.

you got to push his buttons if you want him to push your buttons.

I think that is the biggest problem with relationships. we do for our spouce what we would like done to us instead of doing what you think he would actually want.


have a great time tonight.

p.s. a new wood working tool would be nice and you don't have to give it to him tonight suprise him some other time
My husband DOES like loving gestures. And there is no doubt that pieces and parts can be touched under the table cloth. But I was thinking of something a little more classy.
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Old 05-27-2011, 01:07 PM   #4 (permalink)
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I think for most men romance = sex. sexting (naughty and graphic!) before and possibly during dinner would be a great gesture.
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What clothes do you have that he has commented on loving, maybe something so he will know it is just for him.

Even to come right out and say "I'm wearing such and such for you", this is perfectly okay.

This kind of gesture, even without being over the top sexual, is a strong indicator to a man that his woman has him and his desires at her heart.

You know this, men are visual, give him something nice to look at.
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Old 05-27-2011, 01:47 PM   #6 (permalink)
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My husband prefers that I be the gift. Dress up, flirt, be attentive, happy, etc.
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Old 05-27-2011, 01:48 PM   #7 (permalink)
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Sit next to him instead of across from him. Hold hands during dinner, give kisses, whisper that you love him and want him.

As for gifts, if you don't have the time to go out and get something then I think wearing something you know he likes is good. Or if you are good with words, maybe write him a short love note. I don't really know. The things that have made me feel good are when my wife just lets me know how much she loves and appreciates me.

But a good bj under the table is also good. ;-)
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Go 80's fern bar. Flower in your hair, low cut loose chiffon dress, keep your tongue in his ear.
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Tonight DH and I are going out on a date. I suck at romantic guestures. He is into woodworking. So one time I bought him a chocolate tool set. He looked at me like I was a dork. Given I have very limited time (because I did not even think of it until now), what can I do before dinner/at dinner / after dinner. This is aside from or in addition to the obvious bj I know you are all going to suggest. Cuz you know I really can't do that at dinner.
Doesn't it depend on where you eat?
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Old 05-27-2011, 03:29 PM   #10 (permalink)
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What clothes do you have that he has commented on loving, maybe something so he will know it is just for him.

Even to come right out and say "I'm wearing such and such for you", this is perfectly okay.

This kind of gesture, even without being over the top sexual, is a strong indicator to a man that his woman has him and his desires at her heart.

You know this, men are visual, give him something nice to look at.
Agreed. I think it's the classy and desired effect you want in one.

... But of course a Handy under the table would make it an 11. Elegant woman doing a naughty thing in public. Wow.
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What clothes do you have that he has commented on loving, maybe something so he will know it is just for him.

Even to come right out and say "I'm wearing such and such for you", this is perfectly okay.

This kind of gesture, even without being over the top sexual, is a strong indicator to a man that his woman has him and his desires at her heart.

You know this, men are visual, give him something nice to look at.
Oh drat. We are going right form work. That is a good idea.
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Agreed. I think it's the classy and desired effect you want in one.

... But of course a Handy under the table would make it an 11. Elegant woman doing a naughty thing in public. Wow.
I picked him up at the airport one time in an overcoat and pumps. What a ride home!
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I picked him up at the airport one time in an overcoat and pumps. What a ride home!
That's what I'm talking about!

Have wonderful evening!
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Too late now, but my all time favorite is when I go to the restroom, and I get back she has the smile on her face, looks at my plate, and says, "Just so you know... One item on your plate was dipped in the special sauce. Enjoy!" She has the smirk on her face while I eat every bite.
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My husband prefers that I be the gift. Dress up, flirt, be attentive, happy, etc.
Yes!
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