<![CDATA[Valentines 2018]]>A friend just welcomed a second son on V day after 12 years gap and all of us were very happy for him. We told him to name the son Valentino in jest. Friend is happy and worried at the same time when we started to imagine him running after the cute little rascal for his PSLE when he is in his mid-fifties. :razz:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/topic/90656/valentines-2018RSS for NodeTue, 23 Jun 2026 18:12:38 GMTThu, 15 Feb 2018 05:55:26 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Thu, 15 Feb 2018 01:11:39 GMT]]>https://s14.postimg.org/56xxabtc1/IMG_2036.jpg\">

Finally bought n tried this confectionery.

Everyone loves the texture.
The fresh cream is really light n there is no unpleasant richness aftertaste.

Ah boy even requested for a slice for this morning's breakfast.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833893https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833893Thu, 15 Feb 2018 01:11:39 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Thu, 15 Feb 2018 01:05:12 GMT]]>

janet88:
wow, i love that bouquet of broccoli. if the creative person can add in purple broccoli as well, it would be more beautiful.

Good idea. Add in some baby corn too

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833892https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833892Thu, 15 Feb 2018 01:05:12 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 23:53:47 GMT]]>My dh believes in giving a good gift once a year. His definition of good gifts are things that can be handed down to the kids. He would tell the kids that it would last for entire year or sometimes a couple of years. His gift patterns are very random so I've to catch on those trends. Last year, he went to repair mil's ring at the goldsmith and he was observing diamond rings. I supposed he was feeling generous then and I eventually got an upsized diamond ring weeks later and there was no occasion. I think we've reached a stage where we don't lack anything material so it's ok to go without a gift on some years. After all, there are only so many bags/ watches/ rings that one can wear. I have also moved away from branded bags as they are so heavy to carry around.


On my end, I've surprised him with good gifts such as watches, etc... Last year, I was cracking my brain what to get for him after the ring he gave me. The kids gave me an idea to buy him Apple ear pod which he is using it all the time (so that is a useful gift).

My 20+ year old nephew recently bought a watch for his gf which is supposed to last for the entire year. I told the gf šŸ˜† this is only courtship and it's just the beginning. However, I also told her that I do agree with him. I rather get something good than some random \"useless\" gifts during the year.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833885https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833885Wed, 14 Feb 2018 23:53:47 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 23:53:41 GMT]]>My dh believes in giving a good gift once a year. His definition of good gifts are things that can be handed down to the kids. He would tell the kids that it would last for entire year or sometimes a couple of years. His gift patterns are very random so I've to catch on those trends. Last year, he went to repair mil's ring at the goldsmith and he was observing diamond rings. I supposed he was feeling generous then and I eventually got an upsized diamond ring weeks later and there was no occasion. I think we've reached a stage where we don't lack anything material so it's ok to go without a gift on some years. After all, there are only so many bags/ watches/ rings that one can wear. I have also moved away from branded bags as they are so heavy to carry around.


On my end, I've surprised him with good gifts such as watches, etc... Last year, I was cracking my brain what to get for him after the ring he gave me. The kids gave me an idea to buy him Apple ear pod which he is using it all the time (so that is a useful gift).

My 20+ year old nephew recently bought a watch for his gf which is supposed to last for the entire year. I told the gf šŸ˜† this is only courtship and it's just the beginning. However, I also told her that I do agree with him. I rather get something good than some random \"useless\" gifts during the year.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833884https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833884Wed, 14 Feb 2018 23:53:41 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 23:19:44 GMT]]>The price of flowers almost triple om V day. About $15 per stack? But i still saw people buying yesterday n was thinking hopefully my dh give something more practical fr meā€¦fr e.g ntuc or popular bookshop voucherā€¦

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833883https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833883Wed, 14 Feb 2018 23:19:44 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 14:42:41 GMT]]>wow, i love that bouquet of broccoli. if the creative person can add in purple broccoli as well, it would be more beautiful.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833865https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833865Wed, 14 Feb 2018 14:42:41 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 11:26:48 GMT]]>We donā€™t celebrate V day.

DH took leave today partly because we need to run some errands for CNY.

Couldnā€™t recall if we celebrated V day during pak tall. DH said have lah, he gave me a $300 Angbao on our very first V day.
I burst into laughter. Either he knows iā€™m pragmatic or he is kind of č€åœŸ. šŸ˜‚

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833854https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833854Wed, 14 Feb 2018 11:26:48 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 08:45:52 GMT]]>

FantasyLandDreams:
This gift is more practical? At least can cook it for dinner?! šŸ˜†



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Eehhh... once upon a time, in the early days of courtship, I got a bouquet of vegetables for V Day from the boyfriend (now dh). He harvested some veg he grew and turned into a bouquet for me. When I brought them home, my mom said that I need to marry this man. Free veg for life. lol

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833841https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833841Wed, 14 Feb 2018 08:45:52 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 08:11:51 GMT]]>Hmmn .... maybe this one is better? šŸ˜‚


Images taken from Facebook.


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]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833838https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833838Wed, 14 Feb 2018 08:11:51 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 08:06:39 GMT]]>This gift is more practical? At least can cook it for dinner?! šŸ˜†



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]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833837https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833837Wed, 14 Feb 2018 08:06:39 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 07:52:32 GMT]]>I received flowers during courtship days and that is it

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833835https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833835Wed, 14 Feb 2018 07:52:32 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 05:32:40 GMT]]>I never expected anything but all along, I will get flowers and gifts from DH. I think ours is the case where the giver is happier than the receiver. Since it gives him so much pleasure to give me flowers and stuff, I let him be loh.


Dh has already given me a bag. He lugged it back from US and could not find a way to stash it without me finding out so he gave it to me before Vday.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833811https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833811Wed, 14 Feb 2018 05:32:40 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 05:28:27 GMT]]>

ngl2010:
Yes. And I didnā€™t realise that was his V gift to me until much later! I thought he just wanted to supplement dinner with KFC. :faint:


I told him a few days ago that if he wants to get me food for V day, it must be sweet in terms of taste and appearance. Small is ok. I told him that because I was worried heā€™ll get me fish skin or keropok this year! šŸ˜†
šŸ˜‚

Think if DH gives me chocolates or anything sweet in taste and appearance, it will go into DD's belly. I much prefer fish skin or keropok. :rotflmao:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833810https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833810Wed, 14 Feb 2018 05:28:27 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 03:42:46 GMT]]>

ngl2010:
Weā€™ve been married for 18 years. In the early years, we celebrated with dinner and DH gave me flowers. Then the dinners and flowers stopped for a few years after we realised they are overpriced on Valentineā€™s Day. In the past few years, DH restarted the gifts. I received flowers, chocolates, cakes, ice cream and even KFC! :faint: (that KFC made me :rant: and became an example when DH taught DS on ā€œwhat not to give women on Valentineā€™s Dayā€ šŸ˜† ). For me, I never bought any gifts for DH on Valentineā€™s Day.


I think there is no right or wrong answers. Depends on the couple. To each his own.

Happy Valentineā€™s Day!
march this year, we would have been married for 19 years...the time really zoomed past.
hubby doesn't buy valentine's day stuff like flowers, jewellery or chocolate. i'm not into that. but he will get me a bag i like and that is like birthday and valentine's day 2 in 1. i'm ok with it.
i don't buy gifts for him...just have to make sure he looks presentable and clothes are not worn out. i love to window shop and compare prices.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833800https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833800Wed, 14 Feb 2018 03:42:46 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 03:41:39 GMT]]>

MrsKiasu:
ngl2010:

Weā€™ve been married for 18 years. In the early years, we celebrated with dinner and DH gave me flowers. Then the dinners and flowers stopped for a few years after we realised they are overpriced on Valentineā€™s Day. In the past few years, DH restarted the gifts. I received flowers, chocolates, cakes, ice cream and even KFC! :faint: (that KFC made me :rant: and became an example when DH taught DS on ā€œwhat not to give women on Valentineā€™s Dayā€ šŸ˜† ). For me, I never bought any gifts for DH on Valentineā€™s Day.


I think there is no right or wrong answers. Depends on the couple. To each his own.

Happy Valentineā€™s Day!

:rotflmao: he really present the box of kfc to you and wish you Happy V day arh?

Yes. And I didnā€™t realise that was his V gift to me until much later! I thought he just wanted to supplement dinner with KFC. :faint:

I told him a few days ago that if he wants to get me food for V day, it must be sweet in terms of taste and appearance. Small is ok. I told him that because I was worried heā€™ll get me fish skin or keropok this year! šŸ˜†

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833799https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833799Wed, 14 Feb 2018 03:41:39 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 03:23:50 GMT]]>During park tor times, yes we celebrated - \"collecting gifts age \" mah

now we are at a different stage of life, we are v contented with what we have now - no more additions of material stuff , except deli food /healthy food :drool:
if we have time, we enjoy going for meals together , jog together, go car maintenance appmt , night super market shopping together! Last night, we just teased each other what to eat n go tonight - the answer is KFC / Texas chicken shout out šŸ˜† if someone gift me, yes we have to accept thankfully, some people just like to give pressie. Dh is not good in this area, I am also \"rusty\" in buying pressies ( i v scared of xmas gift exchange). Prefer a good term investment product- benefit all of us in future .

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833797https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833797Wed, 14 Feb 2018 03:23:50 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 03:11:55 GMT]]>We have never celebrated v day, even when dating because it is commercial date. On the other hand, i usually advise my friends to receive every present or flower or chocolate with a big smile and thank you. Never say no if the other person wants to give! Some people truly love giving presents and it is a major way of expression. If you keep saying no they may just end up giving things to someone else.


And if your partner is someone who loves receiving gifts, make it a point to gift regularly even if you think that rose is overpriced.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833793https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833793Wed, 14 Feb 2018 03:11:55 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 02:41:41 GMT]]>It feels much better as I am not alone.

It has become commercialised be it Christmas, Valentines, New Yearā€¦
I would stick to my way of showing love to loved onesā€¦I am more for the ā€˜long haulā€™ (xi shui chang liu). hope I have gotten my HYPI correct.
It means more to my hubby when I place his comfort and wellbeing as my main concern.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833788https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833788Wed, 14 Feb 2018 02:41:41 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 01:33:53 GMT]]>Weā€™ve stopped bothering much with gifts as it seems too commercialised to us, and as we get older, we donā€™t want more "stuff". But we always take time for a dinner together around V.Day because itā€™s also around my birthday. Occasionally, my husband will get me flowers, but not every year. I think marking the special days was more important in the early years - before kids, because we were newly-married; when the kids were young, because couple time was so precious. Now we are nearly empty-nesters, so we can arrange couple time whenever we feel like it, and we donā€™t have to compete with everyone on the special days.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833772https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833772Wed, 14 Feb 2018 01:33:53 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 00:48:35 GMT]]>I just got a hug and a light kiss from dh in the lift after sending the kids to school wishing me a Happy Anniversary and I asked him oh you remember and my brain was spinning what date is it today šŸ˜‚ I know V day is this few days and I dunno that it is today :faint: anyway today need to run errands and do last min shopping.


Most V days I have no flowers as I find it really a waste of money..I got more heartache than feeling happy. Most of our years together, dh will asked me what do I want and I will tell him nothing as I really have nothing that I need for that ocassion lor. So far I dont think I have any material stuff that I kept in my heart waiting to be fulfil also..Very not romantic wife he has gotten himself šŸ˜‚

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833764https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833764Wed, 14 Feb 2018 00:48:35 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Wed, 14 Feb 2018 00:41:49 GMT]]>

ngl2010:
Weā€™ve been married for 18 years. In the early years, we celebrated with dinner and DH gave me flowers. Then the dinners and flowers stopped for a few years after we realised they are overpriced on Valentineā€™s Day. In the past few years, DH restarted the gifts. I received flowers, chocolates, cakes, ice cream and even KFC! :faint: (that KFC made me :rant: and became an example when DH taught DS on ā€œwhat not to give women on Valentineā€™s Dayā€ šŸ˜† ). For me, I never bought any gifts for DH on Valentineā€™s Day.


I think there is no right or wrong answers. Depends on the couple. To each his own.

Happy Valentineā€™s Day!
:rotflmao: he really present the box of kfc to you and wish you Happy V day arh?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833762https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833762Wed, 14 Feb 2018 00:41:49 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Valentines 2018 on Tue, 13 Feb 2018 23:14:06 GMT]]>Weā€™ve been married for 18 years. In the early years, we celebrated with dinner and DH gave me flowers. Then the dinners and flowers stopped for a few years after we realised they are overpriced on Valentineā€™s Day. In the past few years, DH restarted the gifts. I received flowers, chocolates, cakes, ice cream and even KFC! :faint: (that KFC made me :rant: and became an example when DH taught DS on ā€œwhat not to give women on Valentineā€™s Dayā€ šŸ˜† ). For me, I never bought any gifts for DH on Valentineā€™s Day.


I think there is no right or wrong answers. Depends on the couple. To each his own.

Happy Valentineā€™s Day!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833755https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1833755Tue, 13 Feb 2018 23:14:06 GMT