|
|
|
Ten ways to show you love him this Christmas
|
|
He knows you love him…right? Well, that may be, but in this busy  party season when there are a million things going on in your social life, your boy can be left by the wayside.
And even if your diary doesn’t resemble a stocking on Christmas morning, it could be that you guy is feeling a bit stressed by the pressures of the silly season himself. Here are our top ten ways to show him how much you care!
 1. Help him shop
Most of us girls love shopping so Christmas can feel like…well, Christmas. Guys can find this more difficult. While their intentions may be more than great, shopping malls are startling and busy places that can quell a man’s confidence. He will love you for helping him. Start at home by making a list of the people he needs to buy for, then write down the places where these presents can be found, so that when you head out together, he has at least a vague plan of attack.
2. Realise his dreams
While you might spend the rest of the year rolling your eyes at his little fantasies, Christmas is the time to take them seriously. Does he sometimes mention that he would love to walk the Tongariro Crossing? Or visit his old house up north? Or even go to the zoo? Even if you can’t fit it in before Christmas, sit down with him and plan a weekend sometime soon where you get one of these dreams ticked off the list. He will be so happy that you thought of it - just make sure you follow through!
3. Have you been a good boy?
 While we are on the subject of dreams - here is a cheesy one that might just work to put a smile on his face! Visit your local costume hire or naughty store and purchase a Mrs Claus outfit. Be waiting for him when he gets home from work and put on a show!
4. Get waxed
If you have never done it before, go in for a Brazilian this Christmas season. It will give him a special surprise and spice up your love life - which can in turn lower both your stress levels! Bonus!
5. Get creative
While it might sound like sap, even a tough guy likes a poem. Get out your pens, paper and your perfume, for a sweet-smelling touch, and have a think about what it is you love the most about him. It could be a small moment you had together, or a look he gives you, or even the way he loves your Spaghetti Bolognese. Start your poem by talking about what is specifically special about him, instead of falling into the trap of cliché. If it doesn’t sound any good to you, give it to him anyway, along with a bashful apology about how bad you think it is. I bet you will find he loves it anyway!
6. Share his hobby
Again, during the year it is easy to brush off his sports or photography, or whatever it is he is into, as simply a mess-making and slightly annoying time waster. Instead, make an effort to show some interest. Offer to kick the soccer ball around with him at the park, or to pose for some pictures. Not only will you spend some good time together and maybe get some exercise, but he will be pleasantly surprised by your interest.
7. Write a menu
Plan a dinner menu that includes all his favourites and present it to him on the Sunday night then, for that week, cook him his favourite dishes! This could be a good idea just before Christmas and especially nice if you are too broke to afford an expensive Christmas gift - or if he is unlikely to see his family over this special time. You could make it the twelve days of Christmas if you wanted to extend the theme.
8. Talk about what needs to be done
This might sound boring, but helping him to stay organised at this time of year is a great way to show you love him. Sit down with him and write some lists of things that he has to remember - like family functions or New Year savings plans. Just think - when his head is in check, he will have more time for you.
9. Show some special consideration
Make an effort to keep him in the forefront of your mind. When you make yourself a cup of tea, offer him one too - even if you’re in a rush! Call to ask him if he needs anything when you duck into the supermarket for some tampons. Little gestures not only show you love him, but also promote similar behaviour from him. Hopefully you can both make it a habit to consider each other year round. Being so close to the New Year, this is a great time to start!
10. Material boy
Splash out and buy him something that you know he really, really wants! The look on his face when he opens that box will be worth the debt repayments! Yep, sometimes good old-fashioned materialism wins out in the end!
Camille Butler |
|
|
|
|
nzgirl archive:
|
| Could Your Man Be Cheating? How much do you trust your man? If he's been actin... |
| 10 Things You Should Never Put Up With All guys have some bad habits that we should just ... |
| The Rules of Breaking Up... You've been dumped - although it's heartbreaking, ... |
| How to Bring the Butterflies Back Does you relationship need a boost? If the fire is... |
| Detox Your Relationships Caught in a vicious cycle of fighting, making up a... |
| You know it's over when... Relationships take a lot of hard work, but it shou... |
| When the Past Creeps Up On Your Relationship We've all got a past when it comes to love and sex... |
| Can it work if the sex is bad? What do you do if the sex just plain sucks? Can yo... |
| Does your man have 'Peter Pan' syndrome? Is your man lacking a sense of maturity? We show y... |
| Five Reasons You Might Cheat... You're in a happy relationship - or are you? Somet... |
| Luxe Dates on a Beer Budget You don't need to spend loads of cash to have a fa... |
| Don't listen to your mum... You mum means well, but it doesn't always mean tha... |
| The goddess guide to: Classy breakups You've reached the end of the line, the fat lady h... |
| Frankie's 5 Men You'll Meet Before Mr. Right If you've ever felt a sneaky suspicion he's not qu... |
| 10 Things You Should Know Before You Commit Before you take the plunge and marry your 'dream' ... |
| What you should know about relationships by now... As part of this month's theme, the Savvy nzgirl's ... |
| An Insiders Guide to Matrimonial Happiness We ask three happily married nzgirls (and one happ... |
| The Sex Detox! Want to add the spice back in to your relationship... |
| Top Five Easter Treats for your Man Celebrate the long Easter weekend by spoiling your... |
| Travelling Together Even if you have been with your man for a while, t... |
| Top Ten Dating Do's & Dont's Whether you’re back in the dating pool after a lon... |
| The Guy or the Trip? You're about to take off on the adventure of a lif... |
| The Female Leap Year Proposal Fingers itching for a ring? Traditionally a leap y... |
| How to Keep Your Independence Many happy couples do everything together, but one... |
| Ten Habits of Happy Couples Ever wondered what the secret is to a gloriously h... |
| Could You Become a Mum in '08? Wondering if you could actually become a mum this ... |
| Date Night: Reignite the Romance Has your relationship become a bit too comfortable... |
| Revive Your Relationship! Is your relationship is in need of a kick-start fo... |
| Starting Fresh for the New Year The New Year provides the perfect opportunity for ... |
| Cheating in a Long Term Relationship Can a long-term relationship survive if one partne... |
| Am I Ready to Get Engaged? Marriage is a massive step and how can you tell if... |
| Incompatible Sex Drives Do you and your man have libido issues? We show yo... |
| Why Won’t He Propose? You're pining for a ring, but he doesn't seem to b... |
| He wants kids… I’m not sure Got a clucky boyfriend? Here are a few tips for se... |
| Deciphering His Body Language You don’t have to be a psychologist to be able to ... |
| Girl’s Guide to Picking Up Girls Lil's got some tips on approaching the difficult t... |
| The bisexual bandwagon What is ‘bi-sexual’ anyway? Why is it a dirty word... |
| Has the romance gone flat? Take the time out of the routine of everyday life ... |
| Ready to Buy a House Together? You're sick of renting and you want your own home.... |
| Uhoh, I think I’m a lesbian How do you know if you're a lesbian? Lil tells us ... |
.jpg)
