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Thanksgiving is one of the most meaningful holidays. Although we normally associate it with family, this holiday is also a fantastic opportunity to show your sweetie just how thankful you are for them, because sometimes we can forget to show we care.

Here are some simple, unique ways to put a little extra romance into this Thanksgiving in San Diego. Discover the top ten ways to show your lover how much you really care.

Surprise
Give your lover a sweet surprise gesture of gratitude, such as taking his car to get washed or detailed, bringing her breakfast in bed, or getting his clothes dry-cleaned.

Create
Make a collage or Powerpoint presentation of your relationship, using sweet captions and cute photos of the two of you since day one.

Pamper
Allow your sweetie to escape for the day and take her to one of the relaxing spas in San Diego. Or, book a couples spa treatment and get pampered by her side.

Express
Write a love letter entitled 'What I'm Thankful For' expressing 10 or more reasons why you are thankful for your partner, and give it to her/him on Thanksgiving.

Cook
Guys: Express your interest in helping her in the kitchen by taking a cooking class together as a fun date idea. Try Great News in San Diego, which offers an excellent evening class for couples with complimentary wine and snacks. great-news.com

Deliver
Send a dozen orange roses to her work or home as a token of appreciation. She'll love the festive glow of the unique orange color.

Volunteer
Have a volunteer date; spending an evening volunteering together or attending a charity event will make you feel good about your relationship, while allowing you to focus on what you're thankful for.

Dine
Have your own private Thanksgiving dinner the night before or after your family celebration. Choose one of the romantic restaurants in San Diego, such as Quarter Kitchen at the Ivy Hotel, The Prado at Balboa Park or El Bizcocho at Rancho Bernardo Inn.

Gift
Surprise your partner with a cornucopia stuffed with chocolates, flowers, or other goodies that display your affection, and leave it on his or her pillow.

Dance
Take your partner to a dance lesson like tango, ballroom or salsa for a fun and romantic date. Check out classes at Cheek to Cheek Dance Studio. cheek2cheek.net

Learn about DeAnna Lorraine's new Date Planning packages and Love Letter writing services offered exclusively for this holiday season at TheSanDiegoDatingCoach.com or tune into her radio show Thursdays at 6pm on AM 1000 (KCEO) for dating and love advice.

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