How to say "I Love You"

Every year on Valentine's Day lots of people strive to muster courage to express feelings for their sweethearts and to finally say, ‘I love you'. To profess our love for someone is a big occasion in a person’s life.  To make the moment a pleasurable experience it would be better if a person does a little preparation before declaring ‘I Love You' and taking the relationship further.

Points to Ponder before saying ‘I love you'
Before deciding to say ‘I love you' some serious thinking should be done. Here are some points to ponder:

• Know the person well enough.
• Ask yourself why this person is special to you. If you are sure about your feelings you won't have to think too very long about this aspect.
• Relationships often jump to the next step, after ‘I love you' is said from both sides. Be prepared to plan for a long term commitment or even marriage.
• Your declaration might shock the person or catch them unguarded. Be ready for such a response and to give the person some time to consider your feelings.
• Just be YOURSELF! No one knows your sweetheart better than you do.
• Make your heart strong enough to hear a negative response. The other person may not have similar feelings for you. All you could do is to express your feelings and the rest, as they say, is destiny.

How to say ‘I love you' in a Special Way
If you have finally decided to declare your feelings, here are some ideas to help you make that special moment an occasion to cherish for life. Use these ideas as inspiration but use your own creativity about the way you would like to say ‘I love you'. Do anything that delights your beloved and improves your chances of hearing, “I love you too' for an answer. Remember, this moment is going to be recounted a number of times to friends, relatives, children and even grandchildren.

• Decide how you will deliver the message. If your sweetheart loves text messages or emails, consider a cyber-expression. Plan a fun-filled evening together.
• Choose the time of meeting with care. Select a time when your sweetheart is relaxed and happy. Avoid choosing a time when the person is stressed or upset.
• Select a romantic place for the meeting. A place that is liked by both of you.

• Set a romantic tone for the meeting. Give subtle hints to your sweetheart about what is about to come and create a feeling of excitement in him or her.
• Don't make the setting too overwhelming for the person. Keep it simple and focus on the moment.
• Be calm. There’s nothing to be nervous about.
• Use your own charming style. Don't make it so complicated you feel uncomfortable expressing your feelings.
• You may write a romantic poem for him or her. If you are feeling too nervous you may record your voice. You can send it or play it before the person and watch the reaction.
• It would seem that whispering those three golden words have a magical effect. You may want to try this approach.
• Back the ‘I Love You' message with solid and genuine reason why you love your partner. This will have a greater impact.
• Be ready for a celebration with flowers or champagne when you hear “I love you too”.