This post is sponsored by ‘Til DIVORCE Do Us Part.
By Kristin Mattern
Marriage doesn’t always end up being the fairy tale we imagine it will be and sometimes we don’t make it through “until death do us part.” But, whether you make it or not, you can now walk on the distopic side of love this Valentine’s Day by getting together with the girls and heading on over to see ‘TIL DIVORCE DO US PART: THE MUSICAL.
Yes, a musical about divorce! This original comedy was inspired by the true story of a Broadway producers’ wife who is suddenly dumped by her husband after years of marriage. Rather than sink into sadness, she decides to celebrate this new chapter in her life. Along with her spunky friends, they get their revenge through song and dance, and laugh their way through the stages of divorce and self-discovery.
You don’t need to be a divorcee to enjoy cabaret and vaudevillian melodies like “A Whole Lot Cuter” and “Better Glad Than Mad!’ Everyone whose ever been in love will sympathize with the touching moments the play reveals and root for these women who have turned to the comical side of divorce to heal their wounds. It’s a musical comedy that romps through all of the emotions that relationships and breakups bring. Therefore, it’s good for your sensitive man as well!
Everyone deserves to see this hysterical show, and now they can! We are offering our visitors a 30% discount when you purchase your tickets today! Simply buy online at BroadWayOffers.com or call 212-947-8844 and use the discount code: TLLSP52.
Right now, CupidsPulse.com is giving away two vouchers (good for two tickets) to see TIL DIVORCE DO US PART: THE MUSICAL at the Daryl Roth Theatre in Union Square.
To enter for a chance to win please email cupid@cupidspulse.com with your full name, address, email, and daytime phone number NO LATER than 1 p.m. EST today. In the subject line, please write “Til Divorce Do Us Part: The Musical.” Winners will be contacted on Monday, February 17, 2014. You can enter each contest only once. Good luck!
Photos courtesy of Boots No.7 for Men and bella j.
This post is sponsored by Boots No7 and bella j.
By Louisa Gonzales
Valentine’s Day, otherwise known as one of the most romantic times of the year, is a day dedicated to spending time and cherishing loved ones, especially your significant other. If you’re still looking for a gift idea, we have a his and her idea inspired by two of our favorite celebrity men.
For Him
The men’s grooming product line by Boots No7 Men, a favorite of former Bachelor and recent newlywed Sean Lowe. With the Energising Hair & Body Wash, Anti-Friction Shave Gel, and Post Shave Recovery Balm, your man will feel like a star after every shower. All of the skin care products are hypoallergenic and dermatologically tested, working for even the most sensitive skin.
For Her
There’s bella j. “Lotsa Love” candle. It has a great smell made with a mixture of floral scents with drops of warm amber. As if the candle isn’t enough, a piece of jewelry — ranging in price from $10 to $10,000 — is hidden inside. Plus, Sex and the City actor Gilles Marini is a fan.
Either of these ideas would make the perfect gifts for your Valentine!
This Valentine’s Day, CupidsPulse.com will be giving away products fromBoots No7 and one bella j “Lotsa Love” candle to one lucky winner!
To enter for a chance to win please email cupid@cupidspulse.com with your full name, address, email, and daytime phone number NO LATER THAN 12 p.m. EST today. In the subject line, please write “His and Her Valentine’s Day Gifts.” Winners will be contacted on Monday, February 17, 2014. You can enter each contest only once. Good luck!
Valentine’s Day is here, and no matter what your take is on this love-filled holiday, you can feel strong and i-n-d-e-p-e-n-d-e-n-t by taking a cue from pop star Nicki Minaj and wearing her bold new scent, Minajesty. This fragrance is the singing starlet’s second scent, and it speaks volumes about her vivacious and confident self.
The powerful diva wants her sultry and captivating perfume to inspire all her fans to “celebrate their glamorous side, live in the moment, and be outrageous.” So ladies, take note: This perfume is sure to let everyone know exactly who’s in charge!
Whether you have a date or not this Valentine’s Day, you can always embrace your sexiness. Be adventurous and try Minajesty.
This Valentine’s Day CupidsPulse.com will be giving away one bottle of Minajesty!
To enter this giveaway, please email cupid@cupidspulse.com with your full name, address, email, and daytime phone number NO LATER than 11 a.m. EST today. In the subject line, please write “Minajesty.” Winners will be contacted on Monday, February 17, 2014. You can enter each contest only once. Good luck!
This post is sponsored by Foxy’s Pash Premium Frozen Yoghurt.
By Louisa Gonzales
The next time you’re looking for a gift idea for your partner, a BFF or even a crush you fancy, think outside of the box and opt for something unique, original and tasty like Foxy’s Pash Premium Frozen Yoghurt. Not only do they have several mouth-watering flavors, but each bite is healthy as well. Plus, Foxy’s is committed to using the best ingredients available to help create a truthfully unique product that can satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth.
Never Been Pashed?
‘Pash’ is an Australian term for smooching. Foxy’s knows that not all pashes are the same. Some pashes are romantic, some are fun, and some are just downright naughty. Foxy’s line of frozen yogurts put the variety of sensations from a pash into a spoonful of delectable desserts. You can never have too many pashes on Valentine’s Day, or in your freezer! Foxy’s flavors include: Sassy Pash (vanilla bean with strawberry hunks), Cheeky Pash (mango and passionfruit smoothie), Sneaky Pash (wildberry with real chocolate flakes), and Naughty Pash (honeycomb swirled with chunks of caramel).
Foxy’s Premium Frozen Yoghurt is a 100% guilt-free premium frozen yogurt, made with real California milk and live cultures. The taste is rich and creamy, yet Foxy’s Pash contains only half the calories, fat, and sugar of most name-brand ice creams.
This Valentine’s Day, CupidsPulse.com will be shipping Foxy’s Pash to one lucky winner!
To enter for a chance to win please email cupid@cupidspulse.comwith your full name, address, email, and daytime phone number NO LATER THAN 2 p.m. ET today. In the subject line, please write “Foxy’s Pash.” Winners will be contacted on Monday, February 17, 2014. You can enter each contest only once. Good luck!
Sometimes, the sweetest way to that special someone’s heart is through their stomach. zChocolat, the premiere online retailer of luxury chocolate gifts, will definitely make an impression this Valentine’s Day with the zChocolate Romantic Collection.
All of zChocolat’s recipes were created in France and are handmade by World Champion French Chocolatier and Pastry Chef Pascal Caffet. Caffett takes pride in handpicking top-quality raw materials and believes that premium ingredients are the key to creating the world’s finest chocolates.
The masterpiece in the Romantic Collection is a voluptuous heart made of a half pound of chocolate and pure love. The four-inch wide heart, studded with roasted caramelized Piedmont hazelnuts, is the ultimate gift. It is available alone as a single heart or as two hearts.
Even if you don’t have a Valentine this year, share the love by giving the zChocolat Romantic Collection to a special friend, client, or coworker. After all, everyone loves chocolate!
This Valentine’s Day CupidsPulse.com will be giving away a special gift from the zChocolat Romance Collection!
To enter for a chance to win a gift from the Romance Collection email cupid@cupidspulse.comwith your full name, address, email, and daytime phone number NO LATER THAN 10 a.m. EST today. In the subject line, please write “zChocolat.” You can enter each contest only once. Good luck! Winners will be contacted on Monday, February 17, 2014. You can enter each contest only once. Good luck!
Couple kissing while enjoying breakfast in bed. Photo: pressmaster / Bigstock.com
By Kristin Mattern
You and your sweetie are sick of the same old Valentine’s Day traditions, or maybe you’re both convinced it’s just a day made up by the card companies. Perhaps your pockets are just little lighter this year and you’re looking for ways to save money. Whatever your reason, this Valentine’s Day is a great time to have a cheap date to celebrate your love together.
Romantic gaze. Photo: Subbotina Anna / Bigstock.com
By Maria Darbenzio
Valentine’s Day is tomorrow. If you still haven’t thought about how you’ll be spending it, not to worry! From perfect date ideas to fabulous outfit suggestions, we’ve got you covered with these helpful articles form our partners:
1. Gifts: Time and time again, we hear the words, “You don’t need to get me anything.” Instead of buying something that only your partner will be able to use, why not pick out a gift that both of you can enjoy? Concert tickets or cooking classes are great ways to have fun and spend time together. For more ideas, take a look at this list. (YourTango.com)
2. Dates: Some people make their Valentine’s Day plans weeks in advance, but there are plenty of things to do if you prefer to think about it at the last minute. You didn’t get a reservation to the fancy Greek restaurant that just opened, and that’s okay. Try going on a local adventure, or even just stay home and cook a new recipe together. No matter what, being there for each other is what matters most. (GalTime.com)
3. Menu: You decided to ditch the expensive five-course dinner and make a nice, romantic meal at home instead. Cooking Channel’s Nadia G shares her recipe for panko shrimp with strawberry aioli. If your mouth is watering, click to get the recipe and wow your partner with your impressive cooking skills. (YourTango.com)
4. Inspiration: If you’re still feeling a bit uninspired about your own personal Valentine’s Day plans, take a look at what some of your favorite A-list stars will be doing this year. Browse through these celebrity couple’s plans for some fun ideas. (CelebrityBabyScoop.com)
5. Outfit: Red is the color of love , so try to incorporate it into your outfit. It could be anything from a piece of jewelry, a dress, or even those gorgeous heels you splurged on last week. For more secrets on creating the perfect Valentine’s Day outfit, this article is the place to look. (GalTime.com)
What will you be doing this Valentine’s Day? Share your plans in the comments below!
First of all, ladies, there’s no such thing as a guy friendly Valentine’s Day. We know this day is all about you. As far as guys are concerned, our Valentine’s Day already happened: It was when the Seahawks destroyed the Broncos at the Super Bowl. Men love football, and we love hanging out with men.
After a divorce, many holidays can be depressing, and Valentine’s Day can be the most depressing of all. The media promotes this day for lovers, and those not in a relationship — or just getting out of one — may feel left out. The holiday can also leave you feeling as if something’s wrong with you because you don’t have someone special to share it with. But don’t worry — you can still have a happy Valentine’s Day!
Interview by Whitney Johnson. Transcription by Maria Darbenzio.
Katie Heaney turned her status as “being permanently single” into a funny memoir that sheds light on searching for your soul mate in the 21st century. In her new book NEVER HAVE I EVER: My Life (So Far) Without a Date, the 27-year-old shares her dating (or non-dating) experiences as she attempts to find romance on her own terms. We recently caught up with the author to glean a few more words of wisdom on looking for love and spending Valentine’s Day alone.
Valentine’s Day is upon us, and that means dinner and drinks with your loved one. Van Gogh Vodka is the perfect addition to your romantic meal for two. This hand-crafted vodka is imported from Holland and crafted by second generation Master Distiller, Tim Vos.
As a pioneer in flavored vodka, Van Gogh Vodka has concocted a slew of vibrant flavors which include espresso, PB& J, rich dark chocolate, and 19 other brilliant choices. The bold flavors can stand alone or act as a mixer for some delicious vodka cocktails for the home bartender. Not only do they taste amazing, but there is an array of color with most of them, which can make for some beautiful-looking drinks!
If flavored vodka isn’t your thing, not to worry: they also have two types of 80-proof unflavored vodkas available as well as their own Van Gogh Gin. No matter your taste preference, this company has you covered.
Try one of these cocktail recipes for the perfect marriage of flavors to woo your significant other.
My Honey Valentine (OUR FAVORITE) (Created by Jonathan Pogash, The Cocktail Guru)
1-1/2 oz. Van Gogh Pomegranate Vodka 3/4 oz. pomegranate juice 1/2 oz. fresh lemon juice
1/4 oz. honey syrup (equal parts honey and hot water stirred until the honey dissolves)
Directions: Shake ingredients very well with ice, and strain into martini glass or over ice into a rocks glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.
Cool Peach Bellini (Created by Jonathan Pogash, The Cocktail Guru)
1 oz. Van Gogh Cool Peach Vodka
1-1/2 oz. Peach Puree
3 oz. Prosecco
Directions: In a mixing glass, stir the vodka and puree well. Add the Prosecco with ice and gently fold the ingredients (without stirring too much, as this will remove bubbles). Strain into a chilled champagne flute. Top off with extra Prosecco and garnish with a fresh peach when in season.
Spice It Up
1 1/2 oz. Van Gogh Rich Dark Chocolate Vodka
3/4 oz. milk
1/2 oz. cinnamon syrup
Directions: Shake well with ice, and strain into martini glass. Garnish with a pinch of chili powder sugar (equal parts cayenne pepper and sugar).
For exciting news from Van Gogh Vodka, be sure to follow their www.facebook.com/VanGoghVodkas, www.instagram.com/vangoghvodka/, on Twitter @vangoghvodka, and www.pinterest.com/vangoghvodka/ for updates.
How to be aware of online dating scams. Photo: Dolgachov / Bigstock
By Becky Frost
Rumor has it that many celebrities have dabbled in online dating. And they’re not alone. A recent study has determined that one in ten Americans has used online dating or a mobile dating app in their quest for love. It has steadily gained popularity as many find it an ideal way to meet people and discover a good match for themselves versus more traditional means of dating.
“I want to have a really amazing Valentine’s Day. I want to go on a hot date! What does any girl want to do? I want a romantic candle-lit thing with a lot of passion in the air!” Photo: Andrew Evans / PR Photos
Nothing says Valentine’s Day like a bouquet of flowers, and for 78 years, Teleflora has helped bring smiles to many a Valentine. The company works with over 16,000 member florists throughout the United States and Canada and 20,000 affiliated florists outside North America. With numbers like that, you can rest assured that you’re sending your sweetie only the best. CupidsPulse.com has partnered with Teleflora to give one lucky winner the opportunity to choose either the Deluxe Happy Hearts Bouquet or the Deluxe Send a Hug Bear Your Heart Bouquet to send to their special someone!
With the Deluxe Happy Hearts Bouquet, you get not only exquisitely arranged flowers like red roses and pink alstroemeria, but they come in a frosted, hand-blown bowl with adorable red hearts all around it. Long after you’ve enjoyed your bouquet, the bowl can be filled with even more flowers or used to display a candle. Either way, it will be treasured for many years to come.
The Deluxe Send a Hug Bear Your Heart Bouquet is sure to be a winner come February 14th. On top of the lush flowers and frosted white vase, the bouquet comes with a darling plush bear and a heart shaped box of Ghirardelli chocolates. It’s the perfect three-in-one package that covers all the bases on this romantic holiday.
Even if you don’t win the giveaway, Teleflora has something else in store for you: They’ve partnered up with the NBA, and when you purchase one of Teleflora’s participating Valentine’s Day bouquets online, you will automatically be entered into the game-changing “Send & Score” sweepstakes. One lucky winner will score a grand prize VIP trip for four guests to attend an NBA Playoff game, plus receive Teleflora flowers for one year. Four runner-up prizes include two tickets to a regular season NBA game and Teleflora blooms for one year. Teleflora is also giving away hundreds of daily prizes, including lots of NBA gear. Good luck!
To enter this giveaway, email cupid@cupidspulse.comwith your full name, address, email, and daytime phone number BEFORE 10:30 a.m. ET tomorrow, Wednesday, February 12th. In the subject line, please write “Teleflora.” The winner will be e-mailed a code to purchase either the Deluxe Happy Hearts or Deluxe Send a Hug Bear Your Heart Bouquet and must place the order before Valentine’s Day. You can enter the contest only once. Good luck!
With Valentine’s Day creeping up on us (one week away!), romance is in the air everywhere you go. Check out some of these articles from our partners to get you on the path to a love that lasts.
1. Time to recharge: Sometimes, things can begin to get boring in a long-term relationship. Take a moment to get the excitement back in your love life! Try making a list of places you’ve always wanted to go (whether it be a restaurant down the street or that resort in Cabo San Lucas) and write a couple’s bucket list. For more ideas, consider these suggestions. (GalTime.com)
2. Change is good: It’s easy to want to change things you don’t like about your partner, but that can make things complicated. Instead, try changing the way you look at your significant other. A healthy relationship consists of being able to listen to your partner, give them space, and share your needs when necessary. (GalTime.com)
3. Give love another chance: Not everyone gets their relationship right on the first time around, but if you’re both willing to try again, it may be worth a shot. Many couples have experienced long lasting relationships after a brief breakup, so who’s to say you won’t? (YourTango.com)
4. Keep the romance alive: Gena Lee Nolin is married to former hockey star Cale Hulse. In her blog, she shares some wonderful tips on how to keep your marriage alive and well. Nolin even reveals how she’ll be spending her Valentine’s Day. (CelebrityBabyScoop.com)
5. Be a good girlfriend: In order to truly be happy with your man, you need to make sure that you’re a good fit for each other. Don’t force yourself to be attracted to someone just because he’s available. The best way to make sure your affection is felt is by making sure you’re with the right person. (YourTango.com)
How will you ensure that your love lasts? Tell us in the comments below.
Thanks to VH1’s hit show Single Ladies, we get to see actress Denise Vasi light up the screen every Monday night. At last weekend’s OK! magazine pre-Grammys party, the star chatted with us about the songs that played at her celebrity wedding — Jennifer Hudson sang as she walked down the aisle! — and her plans for Valentine’s Day with husband Anthony Mandler. “We might do Mexico,” she reveals in our celebrity video interview. “That place was our first going-away as a couple, but we weren’t exactly a couple yet. We might go out there, reminisce and remember what those days were like.”
Bella Thorne Shares Valentine’s Day Date Night Plans
Disney’s Shake It Up star Bella Thorne loves to show her affection at Valentine’s Day by sending personalized cards to the special people in her life, like boyfriend Tristan Klier. During her celebrity video interview with Executive Editor Lori Bizzoco, she provides creative ideas for how to craft handmade Valentine’s Day card and mail them with the United States Postal Service’s beautiful new Cut Paper Heart Stamp. When making cards herself, the actress loves to add glitter and jokes, “You know it’s from me because it has the world’s worst handwriting!”
The 16-year-old also candidly discusses her upcoming role in Blended (with dream team Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore) and shares how she plans on spending her Valentine’s Day date night.
For more information on Bella, check her out on www.facebook.com/bellathorne.
For more celebrity video interviews from CupidsPulse.com, check out our YouTube channel.
In our celebrity video interview with *NYSYNC member Lance Bass at the OK! magazine pre-Grammys party, we chatted with the singer about his Valentine’s Day plans and best relationship advice.
“We haven’t started planning it yet,” he says of his upcoming celebrity wedding to fiancé Michael Turchin. “We keep saying that so we need to start. We are guys. We need to hire a wedding planner…that is our next step.”
For more celebrity video interviews from CupidsPulse.com, check out our YouTube channel.
Singer Mike Posner first caught our attention in 2010 with his catchy song “Cooler Than Me.” In our celebrity video interview at OK! magazine’s pre-Grammys party, he talks about his album Pages, which features collaborations with Big Sean and Justin Bieber (he first met the pop star when they co-wrote the hit “Boyfriend”). Plus, he reveals where he’ll be spending his Valentine’s Day.
For more celebrity video interviews from CupidsPulse.com, check out our YouTube channel.
We recognize Farrah Abraham from Teen Mom and Couple’s Therapy, and we’ll get to know the reality TV star even better when her special Being Farrah airs on MTV later this year. In our exclusive celebrity interview, we chatted with the single celebrity mom about her Valentine’s Day plans and upcoming projects.
Valentine’s Day is known for its wide array of beautiful bouquets. Whether it’s classic red roses or a more modern gift of orchids, flowers are the gift that every woman anticipates on this special day. That’s why it’s important to find a company who has your needs top of mind and believes in delivering the freshest, most unique arrangements. A company such as BloomNation provides their customers with an online marketplace where they can purchase hand-crafted floral pieces from some of the top florists in the United States.
Founded in 2011 by three friends who were sick of the big business middleman, BloomNation is now considered “The Etsy of Flowers.” What makes the company unique is that BloomNation florists send out “BloomSnaps” to each client -a snapshot of the bouquet before it is delivered–making sure there is total satisfaction with the final product. They also allow florists in their network to list their own designs and set prices based on their stock. This helps ensure that the flowers will always be fresh. After all, no one wants to open a box of wilted flowers for Valentine’s Day.
If you want to get in on the action and experience all that this company has to offer, you have your chance now just in time for Valentine’s Day! CupidsPulse.com is giving away two 50 dollar BloomNation gift cards to two lucky winners! That’s right! Send a beautiful, fresh bouquet of flowers to your special someone…or be your own Valentine and purchase something for yourself. Either way, you can be happy knowing that the flowers you receive will be the flowers you purchased.
GIVEAWAY ALERT: To enter for a chance to win a $50 gift card for BloomNation, go to our Facebook page and click “like.” Leave a comment under our giveaway post letting us know you want to enter the contest. We will contact the winners via Facebook when the contest is over, and they will have three days to respond back with their contact information. The deadline to enter is Monday, February 3rd at 5 pm EST. Good luck!
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By Maria Darbenzio
The holiday of romance is right around the corner, so now is the time to start making plans (that is, if you haven’t done so already). Don’t catch yourself off-guard with a last-minute dash for reservations. Whether you’ll be spending the day with a special someone or going out for a single girls’ night on the town, check out these great articles from our partners for some fun tips:
1. Giving gifts: Buying a gift for someone can be difficult no matter the holiday. Although your feelings should be expressed every day of the year, Valentine’s Day is perfect for sharing new and exciting components of your relationship. If you’re still having trouble thinking up the perfect present, try browsing through some of these ideas.
2. Being prepared: As you ladies know, nothing’s worse than smearing your makeup without having anything in your purse to fix the problem. Don’t be caught unprepared! Keep your lipstick close by and freshen up when it begins to fade. Check out what else you should keep with you so you can stay radiant all night long.
3. Choosing an outfit: Sometimes, there’s simply not enough hours in the day for a wardrobe change. If you need to rush from the office to the restaurant on Valentine’s Day and have no time to stop home in between, find some transitional styles that can take you from that daytime outfit to the perfect date night look. You can find some fabulous pieces that will make you look glam in no time.
4. Sorting your schedules: Both you and your partner lead very busy lives. Make sure that your plans have been made at a time that works for both of you. The last thing you want is to have to postpone — or even cancel — your Valentine’s Day date.
5. Embracing singledom: There’s nothing wrong with spending Valentine’s Day on your own. In fact, there are plenty of ways to enjoy this holiday by yourself. Use this day to treat yourself and discover new things to be passionate about. Take a look at this article for some awesome ideas!
Do you have Valentine’s Day plans yet? Share in the comments below!
The feelings and emotions we experience during the Valentine’s Day season can be enjoyed any time of the year. In order to begin, it starts with yourself. When we love ourselves, we resonate a vibration of love, and as it goes out, it comes back to us. So if you’ve had a breakup recently, let go and let love in — not for your ex, but for you! Our boundaries tend to be in a healthy place when we achieve this goal, giving way to much happier and healthier relationships.
