My eldest is so happy that the library has finally got the book he has beem wanted to read for ages in :)
Sunday 12 February 2023
Friday 10 February 2023
100 different ways to say I love you
Hey readers,
Without using the three words, there are plenty of other ways to express your love. We don't all always feel comfortable expressing "I love you."
Many of us have trouble expressing our emotions. Your partner, for instance, might be everything to you.
You want to tell them you love them, but finding the right words to use might be difficult. You could feel ashamed when everyone can see what's going on in your heart.
Being preoccupied with our life can make us forget what's essential: expressing our loved ones' affection.
I love you doesn't have to be expressed. There are numerous ways to say how much you value the other person.
Communication is the foundation of relationships. These types of small acts deepen relationships over time. Here are 100 ways to express your love to your partner and brighten their day. Look at this.
1. I love you to the moon and back again.
2. We fit together like puzzle pieces.
3. You are the best thing that has ever happened to me.
4. You complete me.
5. I can’t believe you’re mine.
6. You are a beautiful person inside and out.
7. I am here for you…always.
8. I’m yours.
9. I’m the luckiest person in the world.
10. We are meant to be.
11. I’d do anything to make you smile.
12. You are my soulmate.
13. My heart calls out for you.
14. I like the way you make me feel, even when you are not around.
15. Hold you in high regard.
16. I am deeply affectionate towards you.
17. I am greatly enamoured of you.
18. I am deeply devoted to you.
19. I hold you in the highest esteem.
20. I am deeply in love with you.
21. You have captured my heart.
22. I treasure you.
23. I am deeply invested in you.
24. I cherish you.
25. I’m crazy about you.
26. I’ve got a crush on you.
27. You light up my world.
28. I’m head over heels for you.
29. I’m sweet on you.
30. Je t'aime.
31. Every time I look at you, I feel love and inspiration.
32. I just wouldn’t feel complete without you.
33. I am here for you . . . always.
34. You are my treasure—the most precious thing in my life.
35. We are perfect for each other.
36. You are captivating.
37. I am infatuated with you.
38. I picture growing yearn for you.
39. I cherish you above everything else in my life.
40. I'm smitten with you.
41. I don’t even want to think about what life is.
42. You're simply the best.
43. You mean so much to me.
44. You're mine, and I'm yours.
45. I picture growing old together.
46. I’m totally into you.
47. You always brighten up my day.
48. I've totally fallen for you.
49. I can’t believe how hard I’ve fallen for you.
50. We fit each other perfectly.
51. We have amazing chemistry.
52. If I were to spell out my favourite thing in the world, I’d spell “Y-O-U.”
53. You are incredible.
54. I love you from the bottom of my heart.
55. Everything about you turns me on.
56. I'm addicted to you.
57. I like the way you make me feel, even when you are not around.
58. You mean the world to me.
59. I can’t wait to spend the rest of my life with you.
60. You can't deny what's between us.
61. What did the volcano say to the mountain? I lava you!
62. You are the crayons to my colouring book.
63. You’re that nothing when people ask me what I am thinking about.
64. I’m crazy for you, or maybe just crazy!
65. Love is being silly together.
66. We go together like biscuits and gravy.
67. You are my favourite distraction.
68. Let’s grow old and wrinkly together.
69. Even during a zombie apocalypse, I would still chew you.
70. You are just like bacon; you make everything better!
71. You're everything to me.
72. I’ve fallen for you…and I can’t get up.
73. If I wrote the book of love, you would be my dedication.
74. When I look at you, I feel a warmth in my heart. At least, I think it’s warmth; I did have a burrito for lunch.
75. I plan on bugging you for a long, long time.
76. I’d like you to guest star on my Love Boat.
77. Let’s get it on! No, really, stop laughing; let’s get it on!
78. I just wanna be your teddy bear. Well, not a soft, squishy teddy bear, but more of a rock-hard, six-pack teddy bear.
79. You’ve stolen a pizza, my heart.
80. Life would be boring without you.
81. I’m wild about you.
82. You make my heart happy.
83. I thank God every day for making YOU.
84. You are the greatest gift on earth.
85. You are my cup of tea.
86. My life was empty until I met you.
87. I love you more than bacon.
88. My heart beats only for you.
89. Our love can conquer anything.
90. Keep calm; my heart belongs to you.
91. Be mine forever.
92. I love you with all that I am.
93. You make my life whole.
94. You are my happily ever after.
95. Every day is special because I get to spend it with you.
96. You take my breath away.
97. I love you beyond measure.
98. You’re my boo.
99. I’m batty about you.
100. You’ve stolen my heart.
Cheers for reading X
Monday 6 February 2023
Valentine's Day gift guide 2023
Hey readers,
Since Valentine's Day is quickly approaching, you should consider Valentine's gifts. I've covered you with my assortment of Valentine's gift suggestions to make this Valentine's Day extra special, so don't worry!
1. Orastone rechargeable hand warmer.
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Every time she uses this portable hand warmer to stay warm, she'll think of you. Because of how well it functions and is simple, it was a top seller over the holiday season.
2. Heart-shaped Lego.
The heart-shaped ornament from Lego would make a unique but inexpensive gift for Valentine's Day and other occasions.
The set, which has a heart-shaped base embellished with beautiful pink flowers, hearts, and leafy decorations, can be customised with additional accessories, allowing gift recipients to express their individuality and personalise the set.
The 254-piece assembly is relatively easy; it's ideal for children ages nine and older, and it includes a component to hang and show the finished design.
3. Asda £1 engagement ring.
Before the big day on February 14, Asda offers novelty jewellery.
The silver ring is packaged in a heart-shaped box and has a single jewel that resembles a diamond in the centre. As of January 23, customers can purchase the ring online and in person.
4. Bloom & Wild flower subscriptions.
A straightforward yet classic approach to show your sweetheart you care is by placing a flower order.
This is a reasonably stress-free present to select, thanks to Bloom & Wild's flower delivery box service, which offers a large selection of letterbox flowers, speciality bouquets, or a monthly subscription service to pick from.
The latter is a gift that keeps giving, extending the Valentine's Day mood well past February.
5. Super hot chilli powders with Hot Stuff Message Gift.
Something so substantial in something so small...
This explosive box contains some of the hottest chilli powders ever tested, including world champion Scorpion Moruga, a former world most desirable Butch T, the legendary 7 Pot, and the ten-minute burner Ghost powder.
Each one is beautifully presented in a corked glass bottle.
The box also includes four fun chilli fact cards. This all comes perfectly packaged in a standard-sized matchbox.
Hot Stuff In A Matchbox is an ideal gift for chilli lovers who want to take their chilli experience to the next level or hardcore fanatics who want to show off their chilli prowess.
6. Personalised Pink Hearts 1/2 Pint Mug.
This adorable mug is ideal for Valentine's Day and is part of Emma Bridgewater's famous pink hearts line.
It is made much more precious by being personalised with a name or initials, making her smile every morning.
7. Personalised Initial Leather Heart Page Corner Bookmark.
Is your beloved a voracious reader? For them, this is the ideal little token present.
Add your initials or theirs to make it unique so that every time they save their page, they will think of you.
Happy Valentine's Day ♥
Cheers for reading X
Sunday 5 February 2023
Friday 3 February 2023
The best Valentine supermarket meal deals 2023
Hey readers,
With a dine-in Valentine's Day meal deal, you are in control forget pricey set menus, totally booked restaurants, and rigid time constraints.
It's up to you whether you decide to set the table and purchase a flower or eat in front of the TV while wearing your pyjamas!
The best supermarket dine-in specials, from extra-special steaks to vegan wellingtons, are available to ensure that February 14 is the date night you deserve.
Aldi - Available from the 9th February.
In contrast to the other supermarkets on our list, Aldi's Valentine's Day selection offers a variety of romantic "Special Buys" to help you create your own at-home dining experience.
The retail chain Aldi has also gone above and above this year with their truly premium products, including great Wagyu beef, fresh tuna steaks, and oysters (yes, really!).
The Wagyu pizza, which comes with juicy bits of roasted beef and caramelised onions, was a standout dish and only took 10 minutes to prepare.
As an alternative, the thick Wagyu steaks had a buttery texture and a mild burnt flavour because they were grilled to perfection.
Otherwise, seafood lovers will enjoy the freshly made ravioli lavishly filled with lobster.
Mini heart-shaped garlic bread - £1.29.
Heart-shaped lobster-filled pasta - £2.99.
Specially selected vegan chocolate melt in the middle heart - £2.99.
Optional: Grapevine pinot grigio - £3.90.
Total for two: £7.27 (with wine: £11.26).
Ashfields 21-day matured British Beef steak x2 - £5.78.
Specially selected wagyu basted thick-cut chops - £2.29.
Valentines heart shaped cookie - £3.89.
Optional: Grapevine merlot - £3.89.
Total for two: £13.55 (with wine: £17.44).
Specially selected scallops and champagne gratins - £3.99.
Specially selected tuna steaks - £4.99.
Profiterole stack - £2.99.
Optional: Grapevine sauvignon blanc - £3.89.
Total for two: £11.27 (with wine: £15.16).
Mushroom arancini - £2.99.
Specially selected vegan pie x2 - £1.79.
Specially selected vegan chocolate melt in the middle heart - £2.99.
Optional: Costellore prosecco vino frizzante - £4.99.
Total for two: £9.56 (with wine: £14.55).
Asda - available from the 9th February.
Asda being the giant retailer, is providing a three-course supper for two for £15 for couples.
A starter, a main dish, two sides, a dessert, a bottle of wine or a box of chocolates round out the meal.
As part of the promotion, Asda also gives Sky Movies vouchers worth £5.49 to couples registered for its rewards programme.
Customers can join the free Asda Prizes loyalty programme, which allows them to accumulate points and cash rewards known as Asda Pounds that can be used at the store.
Starters include vegan mushroom arancini hearts, chicken liver parfait, and truffle mac and cheese.
Five alternatives are available for the main course, including an Aberdeen Angus beef burger, a cold fillet, and a vegan wellington.
Couples can complete their meal with an espresso tiramisu from Italy, which they can drink while sipping a Malbec or Sauvignon Blanc.
Here's a complete list of starters on offer and their price outside of the deal:
- Extra Special truffle mac n cheese with pulled beef, £3.00.
- Extra Special tempura prawns, £3.00.
- Pate bon bons – chicken liver parfait with raspberry, £3.00.
- Porcini and truffle hearts, £3.00.
- Here are all the mains on offer and their price outside the deal.
- Duck breast portions with morello cherry and balsamic, £7.00.
- Extra special chicken nduja parcel, £7.00.
- Extra Special 30-day aged sirloin steak, £7.00.
- Extra Special slow-cooked British beef cheek wellington, £7.00.
- Extra Special Aberdeen Angus beef burgers with extra Special Bacon, cheddar heart melts, £7.00.
- Extra Special cod Fillets with samphire and lemon herb butter, £7.00.
- Extra Special wild and roast garlic stuffed crumbed pork cutlets with a Sicilian lemon garlic and herb crumb, £7.00.
- Vegan wellington, £7.00.
- Extra Special classic Mash, £2.50.
- Extra Special triple cooked chips, £2.50.
- Extra Special potato wedges, £2.50.
- Extra Special roasting rainbow carrots, £2.50.
- Extra Special mac cheese, £2.50.
- Extra Special cauliflower cheese, £2.50.
- Extra Special potato dauphinoise, £2.50.
- Extra Special green vegetable medley, £2.50.
- Extra Special red cabbage, £2.50.
Extra Special Valentine's cheesecake slice, £3.00.
Twin pack Extra Special smoked billionaires sponge pudding, £3.00.
Extra Special barista tiramisu, £3.00.
Extra Special cherry panna cotta, £3.00.
Vegan hearts, £3.00.
Here's a complete list of all drinks on offer and their price outside of the deal:
Extra Special Malbec Merlot, £7.00.
Extra Special French Rose, £7.00.
Extra Special Sauvignon Blanc, £7.00.
Extra Special Sparkling Pinot Grigio, £7.00.
Fillipo Sansovino prosecco, £7.00.
Fillipo Sansovino prosecco – Rose, £7.00.
Extra Special chocolates, £7.00.
- Belvoir Twin pack, £7.00.
One main course, one side dish, one dessert, and one drink are included in the Tesco valentines day meal deal.
The bargain, though, is only available for £12 if you have a Clubcard.
If you don't have a loyalty card, you'll have to purchase each item separately, which may cost up to £21.60.
Customers can select from various meat, fish, and vegetarian entrees, including truffle mac & cheese and heart-shaped croquettes with black pepper and parsley.
Here's a complete list of sides on offer and their price outside of the deal:
- Tesco Finest Truffle Mac & Cheese 350G - £2.60.
- Tesco Finest Heart Shaped Potato Croquettes with Black Pepper and Parsley - £2.60.
- Tesco Finest Green Vegetable Selection 250G - £2.60.
- Tesco Finest Creamed Spinach 250G - £2.60.
- Tesco Finest Chunky Chips 449G - £2.60.
- Tesco Finest Potato Dauphinoise 400G - £2.60.
- Tesco Finest Ranch Steaks Plus Garlic & Herb & Peppercorn Butter 306G -
- £6.00.
- Tesco Finest Smoked Salmon Gratin 400G - £6.00
- Tesco Finest Chicken in Cabernet Sauvignon 400G - £6.00.
- Tesco Finest Tomato, Mascarpone and Basil Risotto 700G - £6.00.
- Tesco Finest Chicken Legs Mushroom White Wine & Tarragon 615G - £6.00.
- Tesco Finest British Beef Burger Kit 431G - £6.00.
- Tesco Finest Beef Bourguignon Pies 500G - £6
- Tesco Finest Lasagne 700G - £6.00.
- Tesco Finest Duck Breast Portions with a Raspberry Hoisin Sauce 320G - £6.00.
- Tesco Finest Vegetable Moussaka 800G - £6.00.
- Tesco Finest 2 Millionaires Tarts 150G - £3.00.
- Finest Belgian White Chocolate and Raspberry Pots 160G - £3.00.
- Tesco Finest 2 Caramel Melt in Middle Puddings - £3.00.
- Tesco Finest 2 Lemon Meringue Cheesecake Slices 180G - £3.00.
- Tesco Finest 6 Raspberry Royale Profiteroles - £3.00.
- Tesco Finest Chocolate Brownie Heart - £3.00.
Sainsbury's is bringing back its Valentine's Day meal deal for 2023.
If you're dining with someone special this year and would prefer not to commit to preparing a three-course meal from scratch (we can't all be Gordon Ramsey).
These meal deals often cost between £15 and £20, making them a more affordable option than making a reservation or placing an order for takeout.
Let's face it; there are times when staying home is just as enjoyable.
Here's a complete list of starters on offer and their base price outside of the deal:
- Scallop gratin - £3.85.
- Vegan antipasti platter - £3.50.
- Antipasti platter - £3.40.
- Vegetable tart - £4.00.
- Rump steak with butter - £7.50.
- Sirloin steak with butter -
- £9.00.
- Scottish salmon en croute - £6.00.
- Pork belly - £8.00.
- Wild garlic chicken Kyiv - £5.50.
- Plant-based Wellington -
- £6.00.
- Dauphinoise potatoes - £2.75.
- Triple cooked chips - £2.75.
- Cauliflower cheese - £2.75.
- Mashed potato - £2.25
- Green veg medley, rainbow chard - £2.75.
- White chocolate profiteroles - £3.35.
- Raspberry and choc torte - £3.35.
- Chocolate melt in the middle - £3.35.
- Lemon tarts - £3.35.
- White chocolate and raspberry cheesecake - £3.35.
- Here's a complete list of all drinks on offer and their base price outside of the deal:
- McGuigan Zero Sauvignon Blanc - £4. 00.
- McGuigan Zero Shiraz - £4.00.
- Prosecco Conegliano - £10.00.
- Casablanca Chilean Sauvignon - £8.00.
- Fronton Negrette Rosé - £7.50.
- Barrihuelo Rioja Crianza -
- £8.00.
- Pomegranate & Rose Gin & Tonic - £5.00.
- Shloer Celebration pink fizz - £3.55.
- Bottlegreen Sparkling Presse - £4.95.
- Appetiser - £4.10.
For Valentine's Day, The Co-op offers a romantic three-course lunch for two people starting at £12.
Co-op member cardholders may purchase the Valentine's Day Meal Deal offer, which includes a starter, main dish, side dish, dessert, and soft drink, for £12.
Customers who are not members can purchase the three-course menu for £15 as well.
The package includes 14 items from the Co-irresistible op's menu.
Here's what's on the menu for starters.
- Irresistible Garlic and Parsley Tear and Share with Camembert 300g -
- usually £4. 00.
- Irresistible Soft Set Scotch Eggs 254g - usually £3.50.
- (New) Irresistible Mediterranean Antipasti Selection (ve) - usually £3.50.
- Irresistible Hereford Rump/Sirloin Steaks 2s - usually £7.50.
- Irresistible Wild Garlic Chicken Kyiv 2s - usually £6.50.
- Irresistible Salmon & Prawn En Croute 2s - usually £6.50.
- Irresistible Mushroom Wellington Parcels 2s (vegan) - usually £4.00.
- You may as well add a side for an extra something:
- Irresistible Triple Cooked Chips 360g (vegan) - usually £2.85.
- Irresistible Buttered Mashed Potato 400g - usually £2.85.
- Irresistible Garden Vegetable Medley 250g (vegan) - usually £2.75.
- Irresistible Melt in the Middle Puddings 2s 300g - usually £3.50.
- Irresistible Tart Au Citron 2s 150g - usually £3.50.
- Irresistible Dark Chocolate and Raspberry Velvet Tortes 2s (vegan) - usually £3.50.
- Irresistible Strawberry Kisses Cheesecakes 2s - usually £3.50.
- San Pellegrino Lemon 6x330ml - usually £4.90.
- Diet Coke 4x250ml - usually £4.15.
- Coke Zero 4x250ml - usually £4.15.
- Irresistible Prosecco 75cl (vegan) - usually £9.00.
- Irresistible Leyda Valley Sauvignon Blanc 75cl (vegan) - usually £8.00.
- Irresistible Rioja Crianza 75cl (vegan) - usually £7.00.
Waitrose - is available from the 8th February.
Additionally, consumers will be pleased to learn that Waitrose is reintroducing its well-liked £20 dinner package, specifically for February 14.
So, here is what you may get for Valentine's Day, whether you've been dating for a while or are just starting.
One appetiser, one main dish, two sides, and one dessert are all included in the dine-in package, along with your choice of a bottle of beverages or a box of chocolates.
Without the meal deal, you'd be paying £33.14 for all that, compared to £20 - that's over a £13 saving.
Here's what you can get from Waitrose for Valentine's Day:
Starter.
- 2 Scottish Poached Salmon Mousses - £4.25.
- Heston from Waitrose Bloody Mary Prawn Cocktail - £4.25.
- Waitrose Scottish Mussels in Garlic Butter - £3.85.
- Waitrose Bacon Leek & Roquefort Tartlets - £4.50.
- Waitrose Cheddar & Emmental Soufflés - £4. 00.
- Duchy Organic Tomato & Thyme Soup - £3.45.
- Waitrose Vegan Layered Mushroom Parfait - £4.50
- Waitrose Spanish Tapas Platter - £3. 00.
- Main.
- Waitrose Beef Ribeye Steaks with Béarnaise - £10.00.
- Waitrose Sea Bass with Tomatoes & Olives - £8.10.
- No.1 Beef Bourguignon - £9.00.
- Waitrose Beef Rump Steaks with Chimichurri - £9.00.
- Waitrose Easy To Cook Coq au Vin - £7.99.
- No.1 Lasagne - £8.80.
- No.1 Truffle & Parmesan Chicken Kyiv - £8.80.
- Waitrose Slow Cooked Duck with Apple & Cherry Ketchup - £8.00.
- Plant Living No Beef Bourguignon - £8.00.
- Waitrose Watercress Spinach Rocket Salad - £2.10.
- Waitrose Mediterranean Roasting Veg - £2.10.
- Waitrose Potato Gratin - £3.15.
- No.1 Green Vegetable Medley - £3.50.
- No.1 Ultimate White Mash - £3.50.
- Waitrose Cauliflower Cheese - £3.15.
- Waitrose Frites - £2.60.
- PlantLiving Dauphinoise Potatoes - £3.95.
- Waitrose 8 Churros - £3.75.
- No.1 Raspberry Panna Cotta - £4.50.
- Heston from Waitrose Espresso Martini Choc Tortes - £4.50.
- No.1 Rhubarb & Custard Love Hearts - £4.50.
- The Perfect British Cheeseboard - £4.50.
- Waitrose Classic Fruit Salad - £3.70.
- No.1 Blonde Chocolate Dreams - £4.00.
- No.1 Melt in Middle Chocolate Pud - £3.75.
- No.1 Sicilian Lemon Tarts - £4.00.
- To drink.
- Jackson Estate Stich Sauvignon Blanc - £12.99.
- Thomson & Scott Noughty Sparkling Alcohol-Free - £9.00.
- Yalumba Galway Vintage Barossa Shiraz - £12.99.
- San Leo Nerello
- Mascalese Garganega Rosato - £10.49.
- Jardin de Roses AOP Languedoc Rosé - £13.99.
- Cune Reserva - £13.50.
- La Gioiosa Prosecco Superiore Valdobbiadene DOCG - £13.49.
- Tails cocktails Espresso Martini Vodka Cocktail - £16.00.
- Tails Cocktails Bacardi Rum Daiquiri Cocktail - £16.00.
- Tails Cocktails Passion Fruit Martini Vodka Cocktail - £16.00.
- What do you think the supermarket valentines meal deals are?
- Love to hear your thoughts in the comment section down below.
- Cheers for reading X
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