Dating Tales

Giving compliments can be difficult, but sometimes accepting a compliment can be even harder. I know that I am often taken off guard and don’t know what to say and will just answer with a “you too” and blush.

Truly, some of us are just not good at the compliments thing so here are some suggestions on how to respond when complimented.

One: Wow that is so nice. No one has said that to me before.

Two: You know how to make me smile.

Three: Thank you for that. You’re sweet.

Four: Stop it. Just stop it. (Then punch them in the stomach while laughing hysterically)

Five: Well, I like your sweater too. It brings out your eyes.

Six: Oh, you’re the best. Really.

Seven: You made my day with that compliment.

OK, so number four isn’t real. I just threw that one in there for fun. Happy complimenting.

Most of us find it very challenging to write on the inside of a card. Not just a Valentine’s Day card, but any card. What do you say and how do you say it? How do you make your message sound meaningful and memorable as opposed to just saying “I love you” or “Happy Valentine’s Day.”

Here are a few ideas that you should feel free to take exactly as they are written here, 0r you can modify the message to fit whomever you are giving your Valentine’s Day card to. We won’t tell.

I didn’t know that Valentine’s Day could be so special until I spent one with you

If only Saint Valentine knew…

Give me an I, Give me an L, Give me a U, Give me a V, Give me U - I LUV U.

Without you, V-Day would seem black. Thank you for making it red.

Here’s to a special day, a fun date, and a romantic evening.

Valentine’s Day is wonderful, but every other day is just as wonderful with you in it. Thank you for making every day a “heart” day.

A promise. Today won’t be the only day I tell you how much you mean to me.

A toast. Here is to many more Valentine’s Days together.

What do you get when you take you, me, a pot roast, and a Thursday night Lifetime movie? The answer: a perfect Valentine’s Day.

And if you are looking for even more inspiration, visit the DatingTales Compliments Sound Board.

A great way to compliment a friend is with a thoughtful or comical gift on Valentine’s Day. There’s no reason a Valentine has to be shared between those in love. Spread the goodness among friends and family too, that’s what I say. Here are a few good ideas for you.

Spa Day
Research spas in your area and get your friend a gift certificate for any spa treatment he or she might desire. Visit our friends over at Skin Fitness Facts to purchase.

Make a craft
It’s cheap and it will either be worn or published on your friend’s refrigerator for weeks to come. Try knitting, making a card, or writing a poem. Everyone likes a little cheese. For more great craft ideas visit Stitching the Night Away, a great crafts blog.

Candles and Lotions
Always winners.

Grow a Boyfriend
If, and only if your friend can take it. I’ve probably received three or four of these things in my time. A couple of times it was funny, but once–oh man, it wasn’t that funny. Know your audience.

Best Friend Necklace
Bringin’ it back to middle school. Who wouldn’t be honored?

I don’t know if I’d ever feel complete without chain e-mails.

What does this mean? You ask.

It means that this is the day you should take the time to tell everyone around you something nice. Remind them of something that sets them apart. Including yourself! You deserve it.

In addition to telling them how great they are, e-mail your friends and family the link to the DatingTales compliments soundboard. These are the compliments that just keep coming. No need to save these just for the official Compliments Day. You can listen to them every day.