Anniversaries and celebrations loom large for women than for men. They represent the importance of the bonds they have formed with others and failing to honor these days is a like a failure to honor the relationship.

Men love to impress the women in their life with extravagant gifts. But for the female of the species, it is not largess which counts but the fact that you have remembered; it's not about generosity, it is about thoughtfulness.

Planning is important. The last minute dash to the nearest shop to buy a cheap bouquet when you have obviously forgotten the anniversary is essentially making up for a crime you have already committed