My partner is a huge, huge theater buff, particularly musicals, and he is going away to work for the next three months directing shows at a performing arts camp. Last summer, before he left, he hid little love notes for me to discover in the apartment, and it was just the sweetest gesture ever. I want to return the favor to him this year, and sneak my own notes into his luggage before he leaves and in his cabin when I visit. I decided that it would be perfect to use romantic quotes from show tunes - but I really don't know anything about theater other than what I've picked up from osmosis. I could google for Broadway quotes, but they wouldn't have any significance to me. So I'm hoping that if I give some ideas of what he likes and dislikes, the hivemind could make some thoughtful suggestions.
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posted by Neely O'Hara
on May 29, 2013 -
33 answers
I'm somewhat new to Korea and don't know much about the landscape of Seoul, but I'm taking a native Seoulite out to dinner on Tuesday night. What's a good date place in Seoul for a quiet dinner? The cuisine can be from any corner of the world, though I'd prefer if it were in the Hongdae or Sinchon corners of Seoul. That said, anything interesting would be appreciated. Thanks.
posted by charlemangy
on May 26, 2013 -
6 answers
I'm looking for the name of a (late-'80s?) romantic comedy based on my memory of a particular scene. The lead male (either Billy Crystal or a Billy Crystal-type) attempts to give advice to the lead female. She says that she wants to leave town and go somewhere, and he says, "So go." She counters with the reasons she has to stay; he deadpans, "So don't go." This goes back and forth two or three times.
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posted by EmGeeJay
on Apr 23, 2013 -
16 answers
For work reasons, I'm spending this week far from home, which means I'm going to miss my girlfriend's birthday tomorrow. Boo! We're going to make up for it when I get home, but I still want to mark the occasion by having something delivered to her at work. The obvious choice is flowers, of course. But can you suggest something else romantic and sweet that would be less obvious? Something I can arrange remotely and have delivered to an office in Herndon, Va. tomorrow?
posted by Naberius
on Feb 27, 2013 -
13 answers
The standard format for a romantic comedy has both key characters introduced very early in the script/movie -- say, in the first ten pages/minutes. I'm looking for examples of romantic comedies where one of the romantic leads is introduced later in the movie.
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posted by allnamesaretaken
on Jan 22, 2013 -
38 answers
I'm looking for romantic end-of-the-world themed activities. Movies to cuddle during, food to make and eat, music to dance to, alcohol to drink.
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posted by lesli212
on Dec 3, 2012 -
21 answers
A problem that isn't one but still is: my partner and I are planning on getting married next fall. YAAAY! But I feel like I'm getting made fun of constantly by my sister for it...
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posted by PuppetMcSockerson
on Sep 11, 2012 -
45 answers
Recommend me a nice/ special occasioin restaurant within an hour's drive of Augusta, ME?
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posted by The Whelk
on Aug 17, 2012 -
8 answers
Montreal Dining Filter: My partner and I are having a HELL of a time deciding on a restaurant for a romantic dinner out in Monteal in a few weeks time. We're picky eaters that really enjoy good gourmet food... A contradiction but true. AU SECOURS!
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posted by PuppetMcSockerson
on Aug 8, 2012 -
11 answers
Cheap wine county hotels/motels/ B&B's? I am planning a romantic getaway in August. We want to check out an area 1-2 hours away from San Francisco, and preferably in Napa or Sonoma. But, if you know of other romantic weekend getaways, we are open to exploring! We have been to hot springs that were also amazing. We are on a budget, but sifting through Kayak and hotels.com is a chore and not always accurate, so we would love your recommendations. Thanks so much!
posted by tessalations999
on Jul 30, 2012 -
7 answers
I've determined that I need to get out of my current live-in romantic relationship. How do I stick to my guns and break up?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 22, 2012 -
28 answers
Please explain romance to an asexual aromantic who's wobbling on the romantic identification. What's the difference between romance and friendship?
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 4, 2012 -
17 answers
Looking for a long weekend vacation spot to road-trip to [in the middle/end of December-January] that's about equidistant for driving from Washington, DC AND Atlanta.
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posted by atomicstone
on Nov 10, 2011 -
2 answers
Please help me plan something fun & romantic & gay (in both senses of the word) in NYC this Saturday.
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 10, 2011 -
3 answers
Reasonable Interaction Wishes:
Okay out there, help me either adjust my expectations or hold out for communication/relational interaction I'm wanting. Am I expecting too much?
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posted by sleeping beauty
on Nov 9, 2011 -
26 answers
Anyone know of a romantic bar in Chicago to go for after-dinner drinks on a Friday night?
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posted by swingbraid
on Sep 4, 2011 -
8 answers
Santorini Honeymoon-Has anyone been to Santorini, Greece and could recommend a hotel that was romantic and beautiful but not outlandishly expensive- Let's say $200 per night or less, or a package deal. We are looking to go in September. Thanks so much for your help.
posted by Equiprimordial
on Jul 17, 2011 -
4 answers
Next week, my girlfriend (fiance, soon!) and I are driving from Oakland up to Portland and I'm going to ask her to marry me. She knows this already, but doesn't know when or where along the trip. So, I'm wondering if you local yokels can give me some ideas about when to go for it.
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posted by jstef
on Jul 14, 2011 -
29 answers
Is it normal to be a female and not have many (okay, any) close guy friends? Should I actively pursue friendships with guys?
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posted by sunnychef88
on May 6, 2011 -
33 answers
I need a non-fiction companion to 'Frankenstein' for my book club.
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posted by bq
on Mar 21, 2011 -
17 answers
Can you recommend any unknown gems for a romantic getaway outside of London by car (2-3 hours drive)?
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posted by talljamal
on Jan 31, 2011 -
8 answers
Hubs and I desperately need a romantic getaway someplace warm. Suggestions and meta-suggestions needed.
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posted by libraryhead
on Dec 21, 2010 -
18 answers
I would like to pitch woo to (at?) the boyfriend this holiday season. And I would love your suggestions.
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 6, 2010 -
19 answers
I am going to be in Brussels in a couple weeks on vacation with my girlfriend when it is her birthday. Does anyone have any suggestions for fun, romantic, not too expensive things to do in Brussels for her birthday (restaurants, activities, etc.)?
posted by bucksox
on Aug 22, 2010 -
12 answers
When my girl returns from a 6 week trip, I want to do something cool and quirky and romantic for her as a surprise. Nothing necessarily big and tacky or public and embarrassing.
Any ideas?
She doesn't like "objects" too much -- she's more of a road trip, beach night, indie-mix-cd kind of girl. We write a lot, so I don't want to do anything like that. I made her a CD for the flight there, so not that either. It could be a gift, or an experience.
We do not live together. It doesn't have to be something immediately when she comes back. I just wanted to do something sweet that was a little more out of the ordinary for us.
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 18, 2010 -
20 answers
What part of Maui should we go to for a relaxed, romantic honeymoon?
After a fair bit of research, we're thinking of renting a condo, probably on the West side, although even that's not firm. The question is which part of Maui?
This thread has us leaning toward Napili or Kihei but since we've never been there before it all feels a bit like a shot in the dark, especially since condo rental sites like VRBO are so huge and confusing.
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posted by mostlymartha
on Jun 15, 2010 -
23 answers
I'd like to date my best friend. We've known each other for four or five years, and hang out once or twice every couple of weeks. We're very close, and talk a lot on the phone or online. We both find each other attractive.
So my question is, how do I best segue from this platonic relationship into a romantic one? If it goes badly, say if he tells me I've totally misinterpreted the tenor of our relationship, what can I do to patch things over? And - does anyone have any success stories? Thanks so much.
posted by anonymous
on Apr 11, 2010 -
19 answers
Have you ever performed a romantic-comedy-type grand gesture to win over a woman in real-life? If so, what was it and what were you thinking as you were planning/executing?
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posted by decathecting
on Feb 19, 2010 -
33 answers
I figured this crowd would have the answer bookmarked somewhere. There is a specific issue of a web comic that has the story of a guy, who after his first date with a girl, sends her an encrypted note for her to decrypt. They continue to date and despite her asking, he never gives her any decrypting hints. When she finally breaks the code, it's him asking her to marry him.
I thought it was an XKCD comic, but I couldn't find it via Google searches, so perhaps it's another site. My last resort is to go thru each XKCD comic one by one, but if you know what I'm talking about please give me a heads up.
Thanks.
posted by Like the Reef
on Feb 16, 2010 -
5 answers
I am looking to visit Cape May, NJ, with my longtime girlfriend. I am going to be proposing to her and I want to know if it is advisable to plan a visit during March (The only time that works for us). We're not necessarily looking to go swimming, but I'd like to be sure that there are still nice, romantic things we can see and do. Any advice about the weather and the sights in the area would be appreciated. I'm also open to suggestions about alternate destinations in the Philadelphia area. Thanks!
posted by Aanidaani
on Jan 29, 2010 -
14 answers
My wife and I will be spending a weekend at the Hard Rock Hotel in Tulsa for my 30th birthday. Need some ideas on restaurants and things to do...
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posted by jluce50
on Jan 29, 2010 -
7 answers
Looking for ideas about how to spend a romantic week in Spain in April. Both in our early 40s. Good music and food is a must. Everthing else is completely open. Anybody with some nice experiences, activities and secret travel tips they wish to share?
posted by vizsla
on Jan 26, 2010 -
10 answers
Where can me and my boyfriend go for a weekend break within 2 hours (or so) drive from London (UK) that has a big bath, a hot tub, or similar.
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posted by Neonshock
on Dec 27, 2009 -
4 answers
Awesome, romantic getaway in proximity to nyc? Secluded, autumn beach spot preferred...
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posted by pearl228
on Nov 2, 2009 -
5 answers
