How Do You Spend Valentines Day With Someone You Just Started Dating?
Let’s be honest, Valentine’s Day is awkward for almost everybody. But it can be even more uncomfortable when you just started seeing somebody and are still in the “getting to know each other” phase. However, there are some ways to get through this holiday when you’re not in an ultra-serious relationship. Have realistic expectations. Some (very few) people go all out on Valentines Day, even when they are casually dating somebody. But, let’s be honest: if you’ve been seeing someone for a month of less, chances are the whole flowers/candy/expensive dinner/jewelry thing probably won’t happen for you. BUT, don’t just avoid and/or ignore the holiday all together. That makes for a very awkward and rough start to a relationship. Instead, bring it up to your boyfriend/girlfriend/”friend” and have a mature conversation about your plans. Start small. Think: a nice (but not too expensive) dinner, bringing your girlfriend a modest bouquet of flowers, writing your boyfriend/girlfriend an endearing b
