October is the hottest (temperature wise) month of the year and also the craziest. Many people on the verge of emotional instability either finally top themselves or murder their spouses.
But if you survive October, then you have a fair chance of even dreaming of a merry Christmas. Most people prepare just for the big day in a big way but you could infuse some romance in your Christmas by celebrating the 12 days of Christmas in style.
December 12 marks the beginning of the 12 days of the Christian holiday. Showcase your innovative side by coming up with creative gifts to present to your lover on each of the 12 days.
Christmas allows you the opportunity to unleash the child in you. Remember, for any event to be memorable you have to allow your imagination free reign. Your whole mindset must be tuned in to a celebratory channel. Even couples that have children can do with a bit of imagination, have a fun-filled and romantic Christmas.
A few readers have written to say they cannot afford to go away for Christmas. I get that. Many couples still have children in school and we all do know that immediately after the festive season, tuition fees have to be paid and new uniforms are needed. Some have high university fees to take care of. Some complain that they hardly ever have time to prepare for the day itself.
But, as with all things in life, you can only have an enjoyable holiday if you learn to manage your time creatively and are able to come up with clever ways of giving. I suggest that this year you start a new tradition if you were not already doing it — celebrate the 12 days of Christmas. If you were doing it then switch it up a gear and come up with new ideas that will thrill both you and your loved one.
Here are my suggestions for 12 days of Christmas to reheat your romance;
Time is the most important gift you can give. Set aside some time on the first day, so you can enjoy each other’s company. Create a quiet setting, share your favourite drink and some snacks and sit in companionable silence and just savour your time together. You do not always have to talk.
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For the second day, present your lover with his or her favourite bath salts. On the third day of Christmas set aside an hour to give your lover a foot massage and end it with a refreshing glass of fresh cucumber and mint juice.
On the fourth day make a romantic dinner and serve that wine you have been saving for a special day. On the fifth day create a special message or write a romantic poem and read it to your lover before you kiss them goodnight.
The sixth day should see you turning up the heat a bit more. Present your lover with a spa gift voucher or a ticket for the next big cricket or soccer game. On the seventh day run your lover a calming scented bath, light some candles and play some soothing music.
On the eighth day send your lover his or her favourite flowers and a short message of what he or she means to you.
On the ninth day of Christmas give your lover a compilation of romantic music and on the 10th day present him or her with a collection of the movie classics you know he or she will love. On the 11th day share a glass of wine and watch the sun set.
On the 12th day of Christmas let your lover unwrap the biggest gift you have for him — you — in the most fetching lingerie (actually both men and women now have some very interesting lines of underwear). Have a night of drawn out foreplay and pull out those tricks you have been working on and have mind-blowing sex.
Remember, whatever you put on your Christmas plate it, is the mindset of celebration that counts. Even more important, remember Christmas is a time for kindness, giving and for those who believe —giving thanks to God.
Grace Mutandwa is a communications specialist, media trainer, and published author. She can be reached at: [email protected]/ Twitter: GraceMutandwa Skype: Wisteria42
