Anniversary Ideas for a Man

Show your man how much you love him on your anniversary.silver engagement wedding ring image by Brent Walker from Fotolia.com

Use your upcoming anniversary as an opportunity to step aside from the busy routine of life and dedicate it exclusively to the man you love. Plan for the big day in advance to include activities he likes so you rekindle the spark in your relationship. Drop the kids off at a family member's or friend's for most of the day so you focus entirely on catering to your man.

Tub Bath

Sometimes the most inexpensive yet highly appreciated ideas that please men are the simplest such as taking a bath together followed by a home-cooked meal. Fill a tub with warm water and pour bubble bath into it just before your significant other arrives home. Light aromatic candles around the tub and the adjoining room. Sprinkle red petals on the path from the front door to the tub to guide him. Play soft instrumental music on the stereo system. Place a bottle of chilled wine and two glasses on a table in his way, along with a note requesting him to pour a glass for himself and you on his way up.

Pamper your man in the tub by massaging his back and neck. Talk about his day, important events in the past or future plans and listen to him to encourage open communication.

If the way to a man's heart is through his stomach, surprise yours with his favorite home-cooked meal this anniversary and serve it at the table exclusively arranged for the occasion. Chill the wine you have been saving for a special occasion beforehand. Spread a fresh, clean cloth on the table and lay out your special crockery, along with cutlery and glasses. Place a fresh flower arrangement in the center and scented floating candles for a whimsical look. Dim regular lights in the dining room and place large candles strategically throughout for subtle illumination and dim the regular lights. Play soft music on the stereo system. Pour him and yourself wine and serve the appetizers first, followed by the main course and then dessert.

An alternative to preparing the meal yourself is to cook something you both enjoy together.

Treat your special man to a weekend getaway or slightly longer, if possible, to the same place you went to for your honeymoon, or to a different place the two of you have been meaning to visit but never got around to. Depending on personal taste and work schedules, plan to celebrate your anniversary at the desired destination or head out on the day itself. Surprise him with tickets and advance bookings at the selected hotel or make the decisions together so he chooses what he likes. Treat the vacation like your second honeymoon and create beautiful memories together.