You've gone and forgot that special day didn't you? The doghouse is your domain for the next several nights, huh? Other than it being totally you're fault, there is light at the end of the tunnel. The only real way to get out of this mess is unconditional groveling. That's right. You'll have to apologize to no end.

One way or another you WILL have to make it up to her. Start planning something at this point, but don't tell her you are planning something. Make it seem like you've spontaneously thought of something and will do anything to make it happen. Everyone enjoys a little spontaneous action in a relationship.

Clear your schedule of everything, and I mean everything, for the next couple of days. You will need to act fast to correct the tremendous wrong you have created in the universe. Tell your friends, even your boss, what you've done and they will understand completely. The passing of time will be your enemy. You must come up with something that will align the planets and repair the tear in the space-time continuum.

Dramatic, isn't it?

Spontaneity is the key! Here is a suggestion on how to get back in her good graces:

1. Do not get a card! It's pointless at this time. A balloon won't work either!

2. Flowers are a great "fix-all". You'll have no choice. Don't go out and spend mega bucks to show her that you have her in your thoughts. That's pointless too. You've already shown her it isn't true. Get a bouquet of something. Roses are fine, but not necessary. A bouquet will express the thought. Flowers in a clear crystal or glass vase are a good idea; but again, don't spend a lot of money on this.

3. Get her alone and tell her how sorry you are for being such a nincompoop (translation: idiot, moron, dumb hubby). This is important. Admit you are an idiot and it will score major points.

4. This is a critical step. You'll want to have something pre-planned at this point but don't let her know. Make the suggestion of going out to dinner that night. If you have Dinner Cruises available in your area, do that. Maybe you can schedule a day off tomorrow to spend with her (unless she works).

5. If a dinner is out of the question, order in. Do not get pizza! What are you...a caveman? Order from a nice restaurant and go pick it up yourself. Delivery is lazy. You forgot, now you pay the price. Get some accessories on the way home. Something like new candles (for a candle light dinner) or a good red wine (Merlot is good).

6. Once things are in order make the suggestion to dress up a little bit. You know, throw on some Khaki's and a button down shirt. Pick some soft music on the radio and keep the ambiance going all night.

7. Now, if all goes well, you've prevented her from cooking that night, showed her you do care for her, and managed a little quality time with her. What could possibly beat that?

8. If you really want to get back on her good side you can make sure the dishes and laundry are done when you get home.

Of course, if you didn't forget in the first place you could be playing that X-Box right about now or finishing some project you started last year. The incredible wrong you have committed will get better with time. However, if you follow my suggestion, time will compress in your favor.

Admitting you are at fault will speed the entire process up. Before you know it, cuddling on the couch will be an option once again.

Go forth and grovel!