Ready For Romance – Aphrodisiacs and a Getaway

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Before my husband and I moved to North Carolina, I had not officially seen “fall” in all it’s glory.  Autumn in Texas is a quick browning of the leaves with minimal colors to enjoy and then lots of dead leaves littering lawns. I was pretty darn excited when we moved to NC and I discovered we would experience four seasons and the turning of the leaves in October.  Last year I insisted that we take a long drive into the hills and mountains every single weekend in October so I wouldn’t miss any of the beautiful, colorful leaves changing colors.  I delighted in every drive we took as each time there were more and more multicolored vistas to take in.  I found it romantic!  This year we are planning a long weekend near the Smoky Mountains to kick back and take in several days of “fall”.  I’d say “there’s the possibility of a little romance in the air”!

The following are my tips for planning a perfect weekend full of romance.

First, a few weeks before you plan on heading out check the great home rental companies for a cozy, romantic place to stay.  Be sure and use the filters they offer to shorten the time you spend securing a rental that will be perfect for you.  You can plug in attributes such as, price, number of bedrooms, views, and amenities; like Wi-Fi capabilities, full kitchen, beachfront, pool, etc…  Selecting just the right home to spend your weekend in can really make or break your getaway.

Next, plan to bring along some or all of these foods which have “Aphrodisiac Qualities”. Foods that offer some healthy benefits and just might get you in the mood for a little romance. If you don’t like to cook while you’re away from home you can pick up all of these items in any speciality grocery. If a bit of flirting in the kitchen is your style, I’ve linked up a few easy recipes to these epicurean delights – just click on the name of the food!

Third on my list is what to pack.  Personally this is an area where less is more.  The basics of course shoes, clothes, and your toothbrush.  Tossing in a couple of flameless candles, your favorite amorous music, some silky pj’s, your partner’s fave perfume, and K-Y® LOVE Sensuality Pleasure Gel or K-Y® LOVE Passion Pleasure Gel.

Being “empty nesters” allows plenty of time for spontaneous weekend getaways.  I can already picture strolling through the woods taking in the spectacular scenery, then returning to our cabin to enjoy a glass of ruby red wine in front of a crackling fire, cuddling under a blanket and reveling in a bit of “fall passion”.  We’ll return home refreshed and rested with anticipation of doing it all over again next year.

What are your plans for “fall romance”  I love new ideas – give me yours!