Men love surprises, even though they may not always show it.
And while they still maintain a very cool facade, make no mistake, ladies - their hearts melt with every little surprise they receive.
They may have mastered the art and science of maintaining a poker face, but that does not mean that they have become cold, too.
For special occasions, an extra special surprise may be appropriate.
Of course, the more elaborate it is, the more effort it will require.
That also calls for more planning, more preparation, and more secrecy.
This might be highly stressful, and may even rob the fun out of the surprise itself.
So choose the type of occasions to hand out an extra special "surprise!".
Anyway, your man will certainly appreciate your efforts either way.
Many activities can equally be surprising even if it does not call for too much effort.
As long as it is something new, something romantic, it will surely bring that "wow" look in his eyes.
One sure thing to fire up the romance level is by taking a leisurely walk in the park, laying down a picnic blanket and having your very own romantic cocktails for two.
This you can do by bringing a wine tote or wine cooler, complete with his favorite wine and delicate wine glasses.
If wine is not your inkling, you can alternatively bring a coffee backpack and have a cup or two in your favorite park, just as the sun comes down.
If it's a particularly hot day, an ice cream tote may be more appropriate, and wouldn't you just love the idea of having ice cream in places you never thought you can have? Camping is also fun, and just like kids who may not always be able to come up with a real camping, why not put up a tent outside your home, in your lawn or backyard, so you can enjoy the sights and sounds of nature.
You can pretend that you are up in the mountains, away from the noise of the city.
Make sure to turn off all your communication devices, because it often gets in the way of romance.
But if you have the time, why not come up with a full-blown picnic in his favorite place? Wherever this may be, you can most certainly do so with just the right picnic accessories.
Does he work in the office all the time, staying up late on his workstation? Then why not come up and bring a picnic basket filled with all his favorite pasta, bread, meal, wine, dessert, even coffee and cakes, the whole lot! You can set up a romantic dinner for two, and make sure to bring all the plates, utensils, condiments, and of course the drinks! This will surely inspire him to work even harder, and will definitely bring a smile to his face every time he thinks of it - and of you! Romantic picnics don't have to be always out in the park or up in the mountains.
It can be right in the city or even in your own home.
Picnic, after all, is not defined by the place, but by the way you behave!