Moments of Romance During Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving isn't exactly a holiday event we associate with romance, but just because you're dining with the family doesn't mean romance is prohibited.

Romantic Thanksgiving meal

• Light candles for your big turkey meal
  
• Add a Thanksgiving centerpiece to the table
  
• Linens, china, crystal, and silverware are usually brought out for turkey day. Change it up a bit this year.
  
• Add other decorations and candles to the buffet or sideboard
  
• Soft music playing in the background low enough for your friends and family to talk adds a nice touch of romance everyone can enjoy.
  

Stealing moments of romance

There are also many ways to have romance in a crowd. You can let your lover know you're thinking of him/her with simple but profound gestures.

• A tender smile
  
• A wink
  
• A touch
  
• A whispered word
  
• Steal a moment from the crowd and go outside to spend a quiet moment together.
  

Cleanup can be romantic, too

After the meal comes the big clean up and sharing the chore with your lover can be fun. Infuse some childish pranks and play into the menial task. Forgotten how to be a child?

• Teasing
  
• Flirting
  
• Splashing water
  
• Tossing dish towels
  
• Tell a joke to pass the time
  
• Share memories of past Thanksgivings

Romantic afternoon delights

After the family meal, share a romantic afternoon with your lover.

• Ride horses in a park or countryside
  
• Go on a lazy afternoon stroll and enjoy the fall leaves
  
• Cuddle up in front of a bonfire or outdoor fireplace
  
• Take a car ride through the country
  
• Glide a canoe down a lazy river or paddle a rowboat over the glassy waters of a pond
  
• Watch a movie cuddled together on the couch.

Evening filled with romance

Make the evening about just the two of you and share holiday romance

• Take leftovers home with you, add some wine, music and a roaring fireside picnic
  
• Make a reservation just for the two of you at a nice restaurant. A great way to end a day of thanksgiving
  
• Enjoy a carriage ride at sunset
  
• Share a slow dance
  
• Turn on the hot tub and sip champagne
  
• Fly over the city in a helicopter
  
• Spend the night at a hotel and order champagne and chocolate cover strawberries
  
• Decorate your bedroom with rose petals and scented candles
  

Keeping romance alive during hectic holiday celebrations can be challenging, but worth the effort. Make your holidays special by taking the time to create moments of romance.

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