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Watch These People React to Wedding Proposals — Daily Distraction

Daily Distraction — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 09:00:45 +0000

[onescreen item="5016424"] As you may be aware, today is Valentine’s Day. And as you may have guessed, it’s one of the most popular days for people to propose to each other. Even if you can’t stand “the day of love”—we know, it’s waaaaay commercialized, no arguments here—you’ll be hard pressed not to at least crack [...]

Blake Shelton Thinks Valentine's Day Sucks

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 23:00:26 +0000

Not everyone loves the Hallmark holiday known as Valentine's Day -- especially those who are single and unattached. Even though Blake Shelton is married to one of the most beautiful and most desirable women in country music (Miranda Lambert, of course), you still won't find him cheerleading the holiday with a flowers in one hand and a stuffed bear under the other arm. In fact, he participates sorta begrudgingly -- just like the rest of the guys!

Cupid is Not the Sweet, Kind Cherub You Think He Is [VIDEO]

Bethany Lee — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 22:51:40 +0000

Think you know Cupid? Chances are you’ve never seen him like this before!

10 Valentine's Day Facts You Need to Know [INFOGRAPHIC]

Christine Gritmon — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 16:13:28 +0000

It's almost time for everyone's (least) favorite holiday -- Valentine's Day! But before you resign yourself to watching 'Marley & Me' and eating soup straight out of the can, learn these facts! At least that way you can feel like you're not completely worthless because you're still capable of learning. That should help. That, and ice cream.

20 Awesome Pop Culture Valentines For Your Sweetheart

Sarah Shahzad — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 15:06:46 +0000

This year, for Valentine’s Day, express your feelings with these hilarious pop culture Valentines. Everyone loves it when they’re threatened, cajoled or otherwise intimidated into submitting to another person’s affections. The following are some of the fun valentines we found, inspired by the likes of ‘Game of Thrones,’ ‘Breaking Bad’ and ‘Adventure Time,’ among others. [...]

Who's More Stressed on Valentine's Day — Singles or Couples?

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 14:31:39 +0000

For a holiday all about the heart, Valentine’s Day sure wreaks a lot of havoc on it. According to a new survey, 56% of people believe singe people are more stressed out on Valentine’s Day. The other 44% say people in a couple are more stressed on this most romantic of days. A total of [...]

5 Unusual Valentine's Day Gifts to Surprise Your Significant Other

Kathy Landin — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 17:01:03 +0000

The year’s most nerve-wracking holiday is right around the corner. We can’t solve all your Valentine’s Day quandaries, but we may be able to assist you in the gift department.

5 Tips to Help Plan the Perfect Valentine's Day

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 18:52:07 +0000

It’s Valentine’s Day – time for Cupid to come out and do his thing and you to come out and do yours for that man or woman who makes your heart skip a beat. Obviously, every relationship is different, but there are some cardinal rules you should follow when you start planning your Valentine’s Day [...]

10 Romantic Movies Everyone Should Watch on Valentine's Day

Kathy Landin — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 21:27:20 +0000

The American Film Institute created a list of the 100 most romantic movies ever made. Because their list spans a good 7 or 8 decades, and doesn’t go past the ’90s, it doesn’t include a lot of our favorites. The movies that shaped our ideas of romance.

Need a Valentine's Day Aphrodisiac? Try Laughter- 7 Creative Valentine's Day Dates

Jen Harris — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 03:29:59 +0000

We have all heard that laughter is the best medicine but is laughter also the best aphrodisiac?
I think Joanne Woodward (married to Paul Newman for over 40 years) described it perfectly when she said, "Sexiness wears thin after a while and beauty fades, but a man that can make you laugh everyday, ah, now THAT'S a real treat."
Date Idea #7:
Comedy Club Date

This Valentine's Day date is yet another date idea from the Love, Actually Blog under Comedy Club Date. You really shoul

Discover Your Partner's Love Language- 7 Creative Valentine's Date Ideas

Jen Harris — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 23:48:07 +0000

Date Idea #6: The Language of Love Date

Want a date idea that has benefits that last a lifetime? Try this online quiz to find your love language as well as your partner's love language. What is a love language? Gary Chapman, a marriage counselor wrote a book entitled The Five Love Languages. In it he describes 5 different ways that people express and interpret love. In his experience he found that peop

5 Worst Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

Aaron Galloway — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:22:09 +0000

Valentine's Day is this Tuesday, and if you haven't gotten a gift yet, don't get anything on this list. We found the five worst gift suggestions, and they're all from actual places. Here they are: John Gichigi - Getty Images 1 Scrabble "Cosmo" says: "Put a naughty twist on this crossword game by playing only suggestive [...]

A Virtual Valentine's Day – 7 Creative Valentines Day Dates

Jen Harris — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:49:27 +0000

Date Idea #5: A Cyber Date
Need a last minute date idea that does not consist of dinner and a movie? This is a fun and different way to get to know your companion. Invite them to go on a cyber date. Meet in a private chat room or just instant message each other. You may discover a new side to your partner that you h

10 Outrageous Marriage Proposal Videos For Valentine's Day

Kathy Landin — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:08:24 +0000

It happens every year. February 14th rolls around and we’re all supposed to be in the mood for love. Well, if you’re having a little trouble getting there this year, watching some truly outrageous (and gladly accepted) marriage proposals should pretty much do the trick. We’ve scoured YouTube and found ten of the most outlandish, [...]

You Could Find Love In A Bookstore – 7 Creative Valentine's Day Dates

Jen Harris — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:53:11 +0000

Date Idea #4: A Bookstore Date Need a date that cost absolutely nothing? Try this great idea from The Dating Divas Blog, it’s called a bookstore date and you guessed it, it takes place in a bookstore. Even if the mere thought of a book puts you to sleep, don’t rule out this date just [...]

This Valentine's Day Will Be Better With The Lights Off – 7 Creative Valentine's Day Dates[VIDEO]

Jen Harris — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:22:14 +0000

The latest European trend in restaurants is making its way to America. It’s called dining in the dark. These Opaque restaurants have been popping up all over the United States. They consist of blind waiters serving food to patrons in absolute darkness. Does it sound a little crazy? Watch this video to see what the craze is all about

Take the Latest Post-it Note Art Trend and Turn it Into a Date – 7 Creative Valentine's Day Dates[VIDEO]

Jen Harris — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:44:32 +0000

Post –it note art is the latest trend and I can see why, it is super cool and creative and relatively easy to do. How could I not include something cool, creative and cheap like this in my list of 7 dates for Valentine’s Day! Date Idea #2: Say It with Post-It Notes Watch this [...]

Spice Up Your Valentine's Day With A Romantic Kissing Date – 7 Creative Valentine's Day Dates

Jen Harris — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:36:48 +0000

Valentine's Day is right around the corner! Do you have something special planned for your sweetheart? No, you say, well then you have come to the right place. To help out anyone out there who is budget challenged, time challenged or even creatively challenged, I will be posting a new and unique date idea everyday until Valentines Day.

Taylor Swift Gets An 'Enchanted' Valentine

Aaron Galloway — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 18:45:59 +0000

Taylor Swift said that she names names on her current Speak Now CD, and a new one has just surfaced. Apparently she wrote the song "Enchanted" about meeting Adam Young, a member of the rock group Owl City. Taylor even included secret lyrics that only Adam would be able to figure out, and spelled his name out in the CD booklet by capitalizing the letters A-D-A-M.

Couples Kiss for 36 Hours in Thailand

Aaron Galloway — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 17:59:14 +0000

Seven couples in Thailand have broken the world record for the longest kiss.

In a Valentine’s Day promotion, the resort town of Pattaya is currently holding a longest kiss contest, in which couples lips need to remain locked continuously.

Seven of the 14 couples entered have now broken the previous world record for a longest kiss, which was 32 hours seven minutes and 14 seconds.