"The proof of love is givingYour love is measured by givingGive for the right reasonsYou can give without loving but you can’t love without givingSacrifice is the true measure of love"
I
quickly jotted down these words when I was listening to the sermon of a famous
preacher on TV. These words exactly reflect what I would like to communicate with
us women on this blog today.
This
is not just about valentine alone, it’s about 'the relationship'.
If
you truly love your man, you would give. Men appreciate it when their woman once
in a while, takes the initiative to surprise them. Real men recognize and
respect women who make sacrifices. We
shouldn’t wait till valentine to give, we should give when necessary. Most men are not really keen on collecting
gifts but the gift you give to a man-especially If it meets a need- will be
seen as remarkable and might not easily be forgotten. We all understand that it is the nature and
duty of the man to be the key provider of his family (while the woman supports)
but it is not bad if a woman gives back to her man. Our giving as women does not erase this truth.
Nature of a perfect masculine
valentine gift
First,
we need to realize that Men are not like women. Your man is not one of your girlfriends-
he is your man. Your man does not think the way you (a woman) do- he is a man.
Men are logical beings. They are
practical in nature, whereas we women are emotional beings. So you need to put
on your thinking cap when you are getting your man his gift. Your gift to your
man has to make sense. It is better if
you got your man what’s needed and that he would definitely have to use not
only because you gave him but because it is also useful.
An
appropriate valentine gift for your man should be handy and of GOOD QUALITY.
No-Nos
I
don’t think it is the best to buy your guy cozy things like a teddy bear, bunch
of flowers (do straight guys like accepting flowers?), cake and likes. Let’s
get him a gift that communicate some seriousness and maturity.
The Gift *Ideas*
Toys/Gadgets:
Most men love toys and gadgets. They just love to acquire them. I believe it has something to do with childhood (Lol). Some will not blink before they
spend a whooping amount on getting a latest gadget they believe will be of use
to them while others will religiously save up to acquire. So, if you can afford it and your man is the ‘gadget
loving type’- get him the one he doesn’t have yet or the latest version.
Shirts:
Make sure you visit an authentic shirt shop to get him a good quality designer
shirt. It would be worth it because if it is of good quality he would
definitely wear it. It is hard for a man to resist a good looking shirt except
if he is totally not a shirt loving (or wearing) person. Make sure you find out
his size before buying. It’s pointless buying an oversized and undersized
shirt.
Blazer:
A blazer will be a winner because of its flexibility. A blazer can be worn to
different occasions and in different styles. If you want that blazer to last in
his wardrobe, buy a well tailored one.
Leather:
Anything leather will do. Original leather o. An example is a real leather
wallet.
Shoes:
Buy original correct shoes. You know we ladies are very particular about a
man’s shoes. You know how when a guy approaches you and you check him out
stylishly from head to ‘toe’. That ‘toe look' matters a lot. It determines
whether the conversation will last long. The state of a man’s shoes
communicates a lot. Men themselves are always particular about the quality of
the shoe they wear. Now you have an idea of what kind of shoe to buy.
Suit:
If you must do a suit, do a well tailored suit. Enter one of those classy men’s
boutiques to get him an irresistible suit especially if the nature of his job
requires he wears one.
Wine
Glasses: This is not bad. Fine wine glasses that he could make use of whenever
his friends stop by to say hello. Buy cute wine glasses that would make users
ask him where he got it and he’ll say-“you, his baby, got it for him”. *How
cute* (lol)
Cuff
Links: Get cute and classy cufflinks.
Cushions:
Beautiful cushions for his apartment. Make his apartment lively by replacing
his cushions with nice, lovelier ones or buying him some if he does not have
them at all. Seek the advice of the shop attendant regarding colour and texture
when making your purchase.
Clipper
and things: Get him another one –probably a more sophisticated one. And if your
man does not have one of his own, *oya rush* go get him one. A clipper is a very
essential commodity for a guy to have.
Bed
Sheet and Pillow cases: I love this one. Visit an interior décor shop to get a
unique and beautiful bed sheet and pillow cases. Make sure they are so
beautiful and cozy.
Fine
leather bag: You know how men don’t like to carry extra luggage. It is most
likely that he does not have a bag to carry stuff when he needs to make a quick
trip out of town. Travel bag, overnight bag, laptop bag, week end bag-just to
bag his things when he needs to make that quick trip. Then he’ll take the bag
and remember you gave him.
A Book (or books): You know what your man needs. You know that area he needs to improve on. So get him a book that would add to him. A book that would make him a better man and he would still be thanking you years later for getting him that book. So hit the book store. Please buy hard cover (if your book has a hard cover version)
Add ons
Aside
from the original gift you’ll get him, you can accompany Val gifts with any of
the following-if you want:
Men’s
briefs- Boxer shorts to be precise. I heard the freer, the healthier. You want
to have babies huh… so buy him boxers. I don’t think they are as sexy as those
tight ones but me sef I chose babies over sexy (lol). *E jo o* Buy a couple of
cool colors.
Computer
screen cleaner: Yeah, for his much loved computer. He’ll find it handy.
Vehicle
document file: You know, to keep his file on his way to those important
business meetings. He’ll kind of believe that you care about his work. Good
thinking.
Shaving
Kit: If your guy does his shaving himself then buy him a shaving kit. Buy a good shaving
powder, brush and razor.
Ironing
board/Presser: If he doesn’t have one already, get him one. You know why he’ll
use it? It is portable. So he might get rid of that ironing table that takes
space.
Handkerchief:
A pack of cute and soft handkerchiefs.
You know guys don’t really do tissue, so get him a few packs so he
can pick one for each day. I would say you buy something unique and
sophisticated and not those common white ones. You know, buy something he’ll be
proud to bring out in public.
Socks:
Good quality cotton socks. Get more than one. Or you could get like a dozen of
different colors. No pink. Nah! Unless you want some guy to steal your man from you. *ka'mari*
I
know as a woman, you wouldn’t have a problem with buying something of nice
quality which is also budget friendly.
Thanks for reading.
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