by Jennifer Lim

Created on: January 20, 2010   Last Updated: January 21, 2010

Do you want to do something different on Valentine Day? Saying “I love you” and other words of affection frequently reinforce your commitment and devotion. However, there are many ways to express your love without words and the memory of your loving action is often everlasting.

Expressing your love without words is also useful for people who are not confident in expressing themselves. Imagine how overwhelmed your lover will be, knowing that you have made all the arrangements to show your love and devotion.

Here are some useful ideas on how to say ”Happy Valentine's Day” without using words:

Flowers are one of the best ways to express your love. Send a bouquet of red roses (the most popular symbol of love) or their favourite flowers. Although red rose is popular symbol of love, there are also many other types of flowers that also symbolises love. Some examples are daisy for loyal love, white and red rose for unity and tulip for perfect lover.

Overwhelm your love by set ting up a room full of balloons with loving messages. You can get balloons that come with words of love or you can write your own words on the balloon. Alternatively, you can send your Valentine a beautiful bouquet of flowers and a balloon with a love message. That would surely bring on a smile and feeling of happiness.

Do something together like going on a holiday, do an activity that he or she likes such as going on a cruise, take a short break, hiking, sailing or racing. Doing what they like on Valentine's Day shows that you want to share their love for these activities. There’s no expression of love stronger than showing that you have listened when they go on about their interest.

Make your own Valentine cards or purchase one from the stores. Sending a Valentine card is one of the best ways to tell someone you love them without saying it. You can either customised your own love message or choose the message that truly reflect your thoughts and feelings about the person.

Arrange for a romantic night either with a romantic dinner at both of your favourite restaurant or prepare a home cooked dinner in the romantic ambience of your home. You don't have to go on great expense to cook a romantic dinner. What is more important is your action of love. Create a romantic ambience with candles, flower petals and music. The effort you have taken is stronger than the words you could say.

Get your valentine a special gift. Choose your gift wisely; it need not be chocolates or candies. It should be something they like. For example, you could surprise your valentine with a experience day gift; a day in the race circuit, pamper treatment, a lesson on golf or flying.

It is said that action speaks louder than words. The things you do and give on Valentine Day will give a strong signal of your love to that special someone.

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