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Contributor: Sex Positivity Sex Positivity
My beau and I will have been together for a year on June 1st, and I need to start planning. We're both under 21 (but prefer not to disclose our ages, beyond that, for personal reasons), so drinking is pretty much out - neither of us really like alcohol, anyway.

But, I don't really know what to do for this significant anniversary.

About him: geeky, computer guy. He has a traditional "hipster" look, but not the mentality. He's a huge social activist, just like I am. He's obsessed with new tricks and gadgets for his iPhone 4 and his computer. He loves photography, but doesn't currently have a camera for take pictures - that's out of my price range right now, anyway.

So I've been toying around with a few ideas. My birthday falls just six days before our anniversary, so we have a lot to celebrate. I'd like to make a weekend out of it. Help me out, Eden!
Answers (public voting - your screen name will appear in the results):
Camping in the woods?
lilly555 , married with children
2
Get a hotel room for the weekend?
Geogeo , BabyCheeks , Darklyvan , Arch600 , Sinfully , Mistress Sassy , nova2014 , AliMc
8
Stay in, get some sweets and a few movies, maybe a few new toys...
ksparkles16 , Terri69 , lilly555 , BabyCheeks , Raigne , chantalgiardina , Mistress Sassy , TrenchcoatHunters , AliMc
9
Get him a nice gift and be done with it?
Other - please elaborate.
ViVix , Hallmar82 , Firemenlafd2
3
Total votes: 22 (18 voters)
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Contributor: Geogeo Geogeo
I'd say get a hotel room, but one that has a lot of activities offered, like couples spa, horseback riding, hiking, boat rides etc so it's really fun.
04/26/2012
Contributor: ksparkles16 ksparkles16
Granted, I don't have experience with one year anniversaries but I think that a nice night in would be really romantic! Or maybe going out to eat and dancing or something really special for the two of you.
04/26/2012
Contributor: Sex Positivity Sex Positivity
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Originally posted by ksparkles16
Granted, I don't have experience with one year anniversaries but I think that a nice night in would be really romantic! Or maybe going out to eat and dancing or something really special for the two of you.
This sounds really nice. The only thing is, we stay in often! So, unless my family or his cleared out for the night, it wouldn't be much different than a normal weekend. If I could figure out how to spice it up a little, that would be a great option.
04/26/2012
Contributor: Sex Positivity Sex Positivity
Quote:
Originally posted by Geogeo
I'd say get a hotel room, but one that has a lot of activities offered, like couples spa, horseback riding, hiking, boat rides etc so it's really fun.
Ooooh! I didn't even think of a spa day! That sounds so great to me.
04/26/2012
Contributor: Terri69 Terri69
Staying in can be very romantic. Get some candles, things for a great meal, and some flowers.
04/26/2012
Contributor: Sex Positivity Sex Positivity
Quote:
Originally posted by Terri69
Staying in can be very romantic. Get some candles, things for a great meal, and some flowers.
I agree. This does sound really lovely. However, his mom and little brother would still be in the house if we just stayed in.
04/26/2012
Contributor: lilly555 lilly555
Depends on what your both into. You can stay in and get romantic without any distractions or go camping (I like to camp so that's why I checked it).
04/26/2012
Contributor: ViVix ViVix
Quote:
Originally posted by Sex Positivity
My beau and I will have been together for a year on June 1st, and I need to start planning. We're both under 21 (but prefer not to disclose our ages, beyond that, for personal reasons), so drinking is pretty much out - neither of us really like ... more
It's all about experiences and making memories. If you don't have a huge budget, Groupon or LivingSocial, etc. can help you. However, I'd recommend signing up for a class or something along those lines.
04/26/2012
Contributor: chantalgiardina chantalgiardina
Quote:
Originally posted by Sex Positivity
My beau and I will have been together for a year on June 1st, and I need to start planning. We're both under 21 (but prefer not to disclose our ages, beyond that, for personal reasons), so drinking is pretty much out - neither of us really like ... more
on our anniversary we went to dinner and a movie but a romantic get away would be nice
04/26/2012
Contributor: married with children married with children
I like camping. that can be fun if you are out in the woods alone.
04/28/2012
Contributor: Darklyvan Darklyvan
Quote:
Originally posted by Sex Positivity
My beau and I will have been together for a year on June 1st, and I need to start planning. We're both under 21 (but prefer not to disclose our ages, beyond that, for personal reasons), so drinking is pretty much out - neither of us really like ... more
if you are without privacy at home a hotel room would be a great idea
04/28/2012
Contributor: Hallmar82 Hallmar82
If you're both social activists, then spend a weekend volunteering or doing something together while giving back to his favorite cause.
04/28/2012
Contributor: Arch600 Arch600
A bed & breakfast can be nice if there are things to do nearby. Of course, if you're both outdoors types, camping is a great choice too. I think it's good to get away from the usual so you can focus on each other. A night in can be alright, but there's a tendency to fall into the daily routine.
04/28/2012
Contributor: Sinfully Sinfully
Get a hotel room in a nice place.
04/28/2012
Contributor: Sex Positivity Sex Positivity
Quote:
Originally posted by Arch600
A bed & breakfast can be nice if there are things to do nearby. Of course, if you're both outdoors types, camping is a great choice too. I think it's good to get away from the usual so you can focus on each other. A night in can be ... more
This is what I was thinking. As I'm typing, my beau and I are sitting on the couch watching Forrest Gump after baking cookies.

It's nice, but it is kind of routine for us.
04/29/2012
Contributor: Sex Positivity Sex Positivity
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Originally posted by Hallmar82
If you're both social activists, then spend a weekend volunteering or doing something together while giving back to his favorite cause.
This is a great idea. Perhaps we'll see if there's a rally going on.
04/29/2012
Contributor: nova2014 nova2014
I dunno, if he's a computer guy would he really like being in the woods? Staying in an urban area sounds like a better idea
12/10/2012
Contributor: TrenchcoatHunters TrenchcoatHunters
Quote:
Originally posted by Sex Positivity
My beau and I will have been together for a year on June 1st, and I need to start planning. We're both under 21 (but prefer not to disclose our ages, beyond that, for personal reasons), so drinking is pretty much out - neither of us really like ... more
Watch some movies and make a good time of it
12/17/2012
Contributor: Firemenlafd2 Firemenlafd2
Could either A go to a romantic dinner than drive in movie or regular movie. or B cook her something she likes and rent movies and relax till later in the night ill leave the ending for you to decide
01/15/2013