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25 Ways to Say 'I Love You'

Creative Ways to Express Your Love

By Jean Brandau, About.com

Christmas, Valentine's Day, honeymoons, and special anniversaries or birthdays call for creative ways to celebrate the occasion. Below you'll find some ideas for making your next romantic encounter a memorable one. Romance doesn't always mean expensive. You'll find ideas in a wide variety of price ranges.

1. If you both love to read, spend an afternoon browsing through books of poetry at Shavers Bookstore in the Antique Mall.

2. Meet at the Jazz factory for martini's and jazz.

3. Spend a couple of hours in a hot tub at one of the local hotels.

4. Enjoy a long lunch closed room at Edo's Japanese Restaurant

5. Make your evening special with wine and dinner at 801 Franklin. Why not make it even more memorable by arriving in a chauffeured-driven limo by Affordable Elegance Limousine Service. (see photo).

6. Enjoy a relaxing massage for two from Heavenly Spa at the Westin Hotel.

7. A good Italian dinner with wine at Dolce .

8. Splurge on an overnight stay in town at The Dickinson guest house. (photo and more details)

9. Buy tons of candles and light them in your bathroom, put ice in your (clean) toilet, a bottle of wine in there, hot scented bubble bath in the tub, then both of you slide into the tub.

10. Plan a swim for two at the natatorium.

11. Join your wife or girlfriend to pick out things at Victoria's Secret.

12. Pack a picnic hamper with cheese and wine and delight in a picnic at Big Springs Park.

13. Spring for a big bouquet of flowers from Bishops Flowers. (see photos)

14. Find a special piece of jewelry from a good jewelry store. It doesn't have to be a ring--earrings or a necklace are always appreciated, too.

15. Celebrate with a special night at the Maranatha Conference Cetner, a beautiful year-round, 144-acre retreat located eight miles south of Scottsboro and only about 40 minutes from Huntsville. (see photo & more info)

16. Make a homemade card, gift, special meal, dessert, or anything that you specialize in. After all, it's the thought that counts.

17. Linger over Sunday brunch at Lofton's, O'Charley's, or Jazz factory.

18. Book the Honeymoon or Presidential Suite at the Holiday Inn Select. (see photo)

19. Stop by Clementine's for a gourmet boxed dinner. Add candles and a bottle of wine and you'll have the fixings for a romantic dinner at home. You might splurge and rent this setting from Mullins Special Occasions. (see photo)

20. Stop by or call The Chocolate Gallery for a special order of chocolate roses bouquet or other creative chocolate delights.

21. Enjoy a romantic German dinner in front of the fireplace at Soldatenstube on Redstone Arsenal.

22. If you really want to spice up your love life, savor a spicy lunch at Thai Gardens.

23. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy a day exploring the caves at Cathedral Caverns Take a hamper of food and enjoy a picnic before or after your tour.

24. Rent one of the cabins at Monte Sano State Park and enjoy a cozy weekend in front of the fireplace. If the weather's nice, go for a walk in the Hidden Japanese Garden.

25. Just say those three little words: "I Love You." It's free and everyone loves to hear it!

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