A: Why don't you start with breakfast in bed? You want your guy to have lots of energy for this day, you know what I mean? Afterwards, give him some morning lovin'. If he has to go to work, consider having a manly bouquet of flowers sent to his office with a sweet note attached. When he's home, make it a day of sexy pampering, including a massage and a bubblebath together.

Then cook for the boy. A romantic birthday dinner should include his favorite foods, perhaps some wine, and, of course, candles. A sensuous dessert is a must. I suggest planning a few days ahead, getting all the ingredients and making sure you have everything you'll need. If just thinking about cooking gives you the jitters, don't worry--there's an alternative: Take him out to a fabulous restaurant, buy him whatever he wants, and impress him by tipping well. Give him his gift after the meal is finished.

Later, put on a favorite DVD of his, relax on the sofa or bed together, and have some treats prepared. They can be something as simple as delicious chocolates, or you could prepare some sweet goodies a day or two ahead. Feed them to him and "accidentally" let a chocolate roll down his shirt (if he's wearing one) into his lap, or some whipped cream or sauce drop onto his lips, and innocently act surprised and offer to retrieve the bon-bon--with your mouth, or kiss the sauce off his lips. Let the mood take you where it may. End the night by falling asleep in each other's arms.

~The Vixen

Q. What are some things I can do to make my boyfriend feel special for his upcoming birthday?
~L.B., San Francisco, CA