What do Women want
A woman's perfect Valentine's Day gift - well, that depends on the woman, doesn't it? Why don't you ask her what she wants?(Come on, did you really think you could get a tailor-made shopping list from the Internet? This page is two clicks away from ninjapirateswithtanks.com, for God's sake...you need to pay attention in the real world, all year long, if you want to wow your lady.)All right, all right. Too late for that now. It's almost V-day and you're desperate. You still need to consider the giftee, though. Despite advertisers' frantic posturing, it's possible that you might be shopping for an actual person instead of a demographic target. Flowers? Chocolate? Jewelry? Maybe. It's the thought that counts...ok, it's the gift, too, but please don't grab any random shinydoodle just to avoid showing up empty-handed. Choose a gift that shows that you know her. The object is secondary to the meaning behind it - this trinket should symbolize an experience you've shared, a private joke, a dream you've woven together. Make something if you have the skills (hint: yes, you do). The perfect Valentine's gift is a magical talisman that represents a special connection between the two of you.Maybe you don't yet have that connection with your intended. You know that you have to get her attention before winning her affection. Have you considered the old "secret admirer" shtick? It's cheesy, it's juvenile...and it's utterly charming, if you do it just right. The perfect gift is small, inexpensive and not overly romantic. Just remember that there's a fine but important line between a mysterious stranger and a creepy stalker. Don't cross it, or the only Valentine's card you'll receive will contain a restraining order.Regardless of who she is, the best gift acknowledges something that makes her unique and special to you. Everyone likes to be reminded of why they're liked.Then again...some women expect - nay, demand - the more "traditional" gifts. They're impressed by the glitz, and they want to be part of the show (preferably the star). You know you've got to impress them, but their desires seem vague, flighty, and designed to thwart you at every turn. They love knowing that you're out there tearing your hair out, trying to figure out what will make them happy. Can you ever find the perfect present for the Princess? If so, how will you top it next year? If it's too much of a burden to get that right, maybe you've got the wrong Valentine. Send her a ninja pirate driving a tank.
