1. Mood Lighting says, “Let’s get comfortable.” Dimmer switches can make your lights look soft and romantic.
2. Dreamy Love Songs from the likes of Barry White and Nat King Cole are just the ticket. Download a nice selection of sweet songs to your iPod to play through your stereo.
3. Privacy means no phones, doorbells or email. Disconnect for the night and enjoy the moment.
4. A Hot, Steamy Soak in a whirlpool tub is the perfect thing with wine, music and soft lights. Some tubs come with tinted lights to color a mood. Red is always a winner.
5. A Roaring Fire is just a button-press away when your gas fireplace can be activated from a remote control. No hearth in the house? Pop in a DVD to transform your big-screen TV into a fireplace.
6. Room Service means no cooling when you’ve got your favorite Chinese restaurant or pizza place on speed dial.
7. A Little Bubbly is easy to find when it’s stored in a separate wine cooler. No more rummaging through leftovers and sour milk to unearth a bottle of your finest.
8. Snuggle-with-me comfort from top-of-the-line furniture manufacturers include loveseats with built-in drink and snack trays for convenient munching while you cuddle with your sweetie.
9. Push-button Shades are helpful for an afternoon rendezvous. They keep the light out and respect your modesty—all at the press of a button.
10. A Classic Romance like Gone With the Wind, Doctor Zhivago or Love Story spinning in your DVD player is sure to hit an emotional chord.
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