With Valentine’s Day fast approaching I thought that I’d would help you out with some gift suggestions…
My husband is the quintessential outdoorsman in fact that is what he does for a living and I am constantly scrambling for gift ideas for Christmas, Valentine’s Day, birthdays and anniversaries. He is the man who seems to have everything and would truly be happy with anything. However, I try to be creative and romantic when planning and shopping for his gifts but it is a struggle.
Enso Ring (https://ensorings.com/)
This is a perfect gift for the spouse who is unable to wear the traditional wedding ring at work for safety or comfort reasons. I was able to find an Enso ring that was basically a replica of my husband’s titanium ring. He has worn it to work, puttering around the house and hunting. It is comfortable and lightweight. Being inexpensive it is also perfect for the spouse that has a habit of losing their ring. I bought a ring for my husband and one for myself. I wear mine with my original engagement and wedding rings as part of the set.
A Custom Designed Piece
Whether you make it yourself or have a talented local designer create a piece with significance for you and your loved one; this option is always a hit. There are so many local, talented vendors in our communities. Supporting them is important, especially during such tough economic times brought on by the pandemic. A beautiful sign, picture, clothing item or coffee mug that is personalized for your loved one, always makes for a fantastic gift.
Yeti Mug (https://www.yeti.com/drinkware)
The various types of drinkware (rambler, tumbler, jug and bottle) make for the perfect gift for the outdoors-person in your life. They are not only durable but also keep your beverages at the desired temperatures; trust me, after braving the cold and wind while ice fishing or sitting in a layout blind while goose hunting; you really want your coffee to be HOT. You can also add to this gift, by including a bag of your beloved’s favourite coffee or tea.
An Adventure
Another option for a memorable Valentine’s Day gift is an adventure. It doesn’t need to be an all-expenses paid trip to a tropical locale. It could be a weekend away at a charming Bed & Breakfast a few hours away; a much needed break to decompress and reconnect. With my husband in mind, I would most likely arrange for him to go on a fishing trip whether here in Alberta or British Columbia during the spring/summertime. The unfortunate part of this option is that your partner may have trouble waiting for the adventure to begin.
A Bookworm Basket
In addition to his many outdoor activities my husband is a huge bookworm. You can personalize your “bookworm basket” to suit your sweetheart. I would put in a few cans of Pepsi, a mix of his favourite snacks (chips, chocolate bars and jujubes), a new pair of comfortable pajama pants, the latest novel by his author of choice or a gift card to Chapters and the February edition of his favourite magazine… He can sit back and relax; this would be my husband’s version of pampering.