Whether it’s daily or once, there are thousands of corny things couples do for love. Don’t be a wet blanket and be sure to have fun with it.
So what exactly does corny mean? Well, Urban Dictionary defines corny
as, “Trying to be cool, but ultimately very uncool indeed, and often
even extremely embarrassing.” It also defines corny as, “Something
presented as fresh or original, but which is actually tired and/or lame,
especially when its lameness derives from being obvious or done to
death.” I suppose when it comes to this feature, corny is a marriage of
the two definitions.
Also, in case you were wondering, Urban Dictionary relates corny to
“lame, cheesy, stupid, tacky, stupid and whack.” This should give you an
idea of how the general public perceives corniness.
Corny things couples in love always do
Whether you’re 16 and newly in love or 60 and been with the same
person for decades, you have probably done your fair share of corny
things for the one you love. To be honest, I’m not a fan of cheesy and
corny but I have to admit that it somehow comes naturally when I’m with
my partner.
There’s just something about being with that special someone that
brings out the worst in people. When I say worst, I mean corny as hell.
From diabetes-inducing Facebook posts to mapping our love, I’ve done it
all.
I’m sure there are plenty of corny things that every couple in love
does at least once but if you’re stuck, here are 15 cheesy ideas to
start with.
#1 Wear matching t-shirts. Nothing screams corny
more than matching couples’ t-shirts. No matter your style, there are a
myriad of matching lovey dovey accessories to choose from. Of course,
the digitally savvy kids are now opting for more creative options such
as matching home screens and phone cases.
#2 Go public with it. In today’s day and age,
posting sugary messages of love on your partner’s Facebook wall is the
epitome of romantic corny. From sharing sickly sweet I-love-you posts to
incessant wefie updates from yesterday’s date night, it’s high time you
jumped on the social media bandwagon if you haven’t already done it.
#3 Use cheesy nicknames. From the conventional
“honey” to the not-so-conventional “sweet lard,” every couple in love
has a corny nickname for one another. For example, I call my partner
“cheese stick” as he’s tall, blonde and thin. What do you call your
lover?
#4 Quote a chick flick. From Jerry Maguire’s “You
had me at hello,” to Gone With The Wind’s “Frankly, my dear, I don’t
give a damn,” there are a myriad of chick-friendly movies out there
worth quoting to your lover to get your point across. Bonus points if
you quote a line from a movie you watched together.
#5 Feed each other. Ever been to a restaurant and
felt nauseated just watching the couple at the next table spoon-feeding
each other Tiramisu? Well, the next time you’re madly in love, give it a
go. It may be horrible for others to watch but stuffing your partner’s
face is nothing more than a sweet gesture of love.
#6 Start a love map. My partner and I love
traveling. Sometimes we do it together, sometimes solo, sometimes with
others. However, we make it a point to update what we call our “love
map.” All you have to do is take a regular map, frame it up and mark the
places that you have visited together.
#7 Exchange sweet nothings. From love notes to love
emails to love whispers, nothing is cornier than being über dramatic
when telling your partner that you love them. I always roll my eyes
every time my fiancé makes a big deal about saying “I love you,” but as
corny as it is, I appreciate it.
#8 Brag about them. I don’t mean bragging about your
sweetheart when they’re not around. I mean proclaiming loud and proud
how awesome they are in front of them and everyone else. An example is
when you’re both out with friends and you tell everyone how great your
partner is. You’ll be sure to get plenty of “how sweet!” and “awwwwwww”
comments.
#9 Getting in costume. As overdone as this is,
dressing up with your partner is a surefire way to rake up the corny
points. Ideas include donning a French maid outfit and greeting your
master after work, to dressing up in couples’ Halloween costumes.
#10 Sing along to terrible love songs. Singing
together out loud to terrible love songs shouldn’t be restricted to just
one time. It should be done loud and proud every day. Well, that’s my
philosophy at least. From Michael Bolton’s ‘When a Man Loves a Woman’ to
every Disney song ever composed, life is nothing if not filled with
cheesy love tunes.
#11 Compile a playlist. Back then it was mix tapes
but today, it’s all about the playlists. My partner made me one and
entitled it ‘Sexy Time.’ No points for guessing when we click ‘play.’
You can also go the extra mile and create a playlist to celebrate every
milestone in your relationship. From your first road trip to your 10th
anniversary, compile appropriate jams to match every event.
#12 Dance even when there’s no music. You don’t need
blasting music to get your groove on. All you need is your lover, the
right mood and you’re all set to dance the night away. From twirling to
waltzing to slow dancing, give it your all.
#13 Head to a lookout point. Head out to your
favorite lookout point with your lover and watch the city lights blaze
bright below overhanging stars. Reminisce on when you first met and
indulge in a hot and steamy make out session. This may be a corny thing
to do but it sure is romantic.
#14 Making sentimental presents. Forget the diamonds
and overpriced surfboards. The next time you’re trying to figure out
what to get your lover, make the gift instead of buying it. An idea is
filling a mason jar with ticket stubs from your favorite movies,
museums, flights, concerts and events that you attended together. It’s
almost like sealing your memories in a little time capsule that you can
open any time. Cheesy, corny yet oh-so-sweet.
#15 Post-it love. The next time your lover leaves
your side, whether it’s for a business trip or for a pottery class, hide
little post-it love messages. Some ideas include sticking it in their
glove compartment, in their suitcase, in their jacket pocket and
anywhere else clever. Whether they find it right away or two years from
now, they’ll appreciate the sweet gesture.
Love makes everyone do stupid things. Some people take corny to the
next level whereas others need a little nudge to get that romantic cog
in their body turning.
Either way, it doesn’t hurt to express how you feel! So how
many of these gestures do you find yourself doing every now and then?
