Tag #Romantic Gestures

What are some common pitfalls to avoid when selecting unconventional Valentine's Day gifts, based on listeners' experiences?

NPR listeners shared Valentine's Day gifts gone wrong, including a whale-watching trip ruined by seasickness and bad weather, a mismatched My Little Pony, and a nose hair trimmer given as a joke that wasn't received well. One listener's attempt to send their mother a special bouquet resulted in receiving dead flowers instead.