July 6 – International Kissing Day

International Kissing Day is today!

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HOW TO CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL KISSING DAY

•  Take a short lesson on how to kiss passionately (informative AND funny).
• Celebrate the day by taking some kissing photos, you could even make a photo book.
•  Make some Peanut Blossom Chocolate Kiss cookies.
•  Buy Kiss Band memorabilia.
•  Try 101 recipes using Hershey’s Kisses.
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Scientists have long been puzzled by the phenomenon of kissing, but new research suggests that it may be linked to our brain chemistry. When we kiss, our brains release a chemical called oxytocin, which is known to produce feelings of happiness and bonding. In addition, kissing activates the pleasure centers of the brain, providing a short-term boost of happiness. It’s also worth noting that kissing requires close eye contact, which helps to foster feelings of intimacy and connection. So next time you’re feeling down, try kissing your partner or a loved one—it just might make you feel better.

INTERNATIONAL KISSING DAY:  A BRIEF HISTORY OF KISSING

For centuries, kissing has been a universal expression of love and affection. It’s been depicted in paintings, films and literature for perhaps thousands of years and remains an important expression of intimacy in our modern world. While it’s unclear exactly where kissing started, there are ancient texts and archaeological finds that suggest it’s been around for some time. In fact, some historians believe that kissing originated in India over 4,000 years ago.

Regardless of its origins, kissing has become something of an art form, with different cultures and religions having their own unique ways of showing affection. From the romantic peck on the lips to the friendly embrace of a cheek, kissing has played an integral role in intimate relationships throughout history.

100 WAYS TO CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL KISSING DAY

1. 1. Kissing Couple Silhouette Art: Create kissing couple silhouette art using black paper and scissors or a cutting machine.
   2. Kiss-Inspired Wall Art: Paint or print kiss-inspired designs on canvas or wood for wall art.
   3. DIY Lip Balm: Make your own lip balm with natural ingredients and customize with flavors or scents.
   4. Love Potion Candles: Make love potion candles by adding romantic scents and colors to melted wax.
   5. Heart-Shaped Love Notes: Craft heart-shaped love notes with colorful paper and heartfelt messages inside.
   6. Origami Love Birds: Fold origami love birds using colorful paper for a charming decoration.
   7. Couple’s Handprint Art: Make handprint art together using paint and canvas to symbolize your bond.
   8. Felt Heart Garland: Sew or glue felt hearts onto string to create a charming heart garland.
   9. Kiss-Inspired Jewelry: Design jewelry with kiss-themed charms or pendants for a romantic accessory.
   10. Kiss-Inspired Tote Bag: Decorate a tote bag with kiss prints using fabric paint or stamps.
   11. Romantic Memory Jar: Fill a jar with handwritten memories or love notes to cherish together.
   12. Kissing Booth Photo Prop: Create a kissing booth photo prop using cardboard and paint for fun photo opportunities.
   13. DIY Love Stamps: Carve your own love-themed stamps from rubber blocks for crafting or decorating.
   14. Heart-Shaped String Art: Create heart-shaped string art by hammering nails into wood and wrapping string around them.
   15. Kiss-Inspired Pillow Covers: Sew or paint kiss prints onto pillow covers for a romantic touch in your home decor.
   16. Love Rocks: Paint rocks with kiss-themed designs or messages and place them in your garden or home.
   17. Kiss-Inspired Stationery: Design stationery with kiss prints or motifs for personalized love notes or letters.
   18. DIY Love Coupons: Create love coupons with kiss-themed rewards or favors for your partner.
   19. Kiss-Inspired Mug Designs: Decorate mugs with kiss prints or lipstick marks using ceramic markers or paint.
   20. Kiss-Inspired Phone Cases: Customize phone cases with kiss prints or designs using decoupage or paint.
   21. Kiss-Inspired Candle Holders: Decorate candle holders with kiss prints or patterns using paint or decoupage.
   22. Romantic Puzzle Photo Frame: Print a favorite photo on a puzzle and frame it for a unique keepsake.
   23. Kiss-Inspired Nail Art: Paint kiss designs on nails using nail polish and nail art tools for a romantic manicure.
   24. Kiss-Inspired Scrapbook Pages: Design scrapbook pages with kiss prints or motifs to commemorate special moments.
   25. DIY Love Potion Bath Bombs: Make fizzy bath bombs with romantic scents and heart-shaped molds for a relaxing bath time treat.
   26. Spin the Bottle: Play the classic game of Spin the Bottle where players take turns spinning a bottle to determine who they will kiss.
   27. Kissing Tag: Play a game of tag where players must kiss whoever they tag.
   28. Kiss Chase: Similar to tag, but players must chase each other to steal kisses.
   29. Kiss, Marry, Kill: Play a modified version of the classic game where players choose between kissing, marrying, or “killing” (ignoring) various people or characters.
   30. Truth or Dare with a Kiss: Play Truth or Dare with a rule that anyone who refuses to answer a truth or complete a dare must give someone else a kiss.
   31. Kiss Relay Race: Set up a relay race where participants must pass a kiss (a piece of candy or a small object) from one person to the next using only their lips.
   32. Blindfolded Kiss Guessing Game: Blindfold participants and have them guess who they are kissing by touch alone.
   33. Kiss Charades: Act out various scenarios or movie scenes involving kisses for others to guess.
   34. Kissing Card Game: Create a card game where players must match pairs of kiss-themed cards while following specific rules.
   35. Kiss Karaoke: Sing karaoke duets with a twist – players must kiss each other before or after performing their song.
   36. Kissing Jenga: Write different kissing challenges on Jenga blocks, and each player must perform the challenge written on the block they pull.
   37. Kiss Tic-Tac-Toe: Play a game of tic-tac-toe where players must give a kiss on the cheek to mark their spot.
   38. Kiss or Dare Dice: Roll dice with kiss or dare options, and players must choose to either give a kiss or complete a dare based on the roll.
   39. Kissing Memory Game: Create a memory game with matching kiss pairs hidden under cards, and players must match them up while following specific rules.
   40. Kissing Trivia: Answer trivia questions about famous kisses or romantic movies, and each correct answer earns a kiss.
   41. Kissing Balloon Pop: Write kiss challenges on slips of paper and place them inside balloons. Players must pop balloons and perform the challenges inside.
   42. Kissing Twister: Play Twister with a twist – players must kiss the body part called out by the spinner.
   43. Kiss the Frog: Play a variation of “pin the tail on the donkey” where players try to “kiss the frog” while blindfolded.
   44. Kiss Relay Puzzle: Divide a picture into puzzle pieces, and players must kiss each piece they find before assembling the puzzle.
   45. Kiss Word Scramble: Unscramble kiss-related words or phrases within a time limit, and each correct answer earns a kiss.
   46. Kissing Puzzle Race: Divide players into teams and give each team a puzzle. Players must work together to complete the puzzle, and the winning team gets to share a group kiss.
   47. Kiss Limbo: Play limbo, but instead of going under a stick, players must lean in for a kiss.
   48. Kissing Hot Potato: Pass a “hot potato” (a small object) around the circle while music plays. When the music stops, the person holding the potato must give someone else a kiss.
   49. Kissing Relay Story: Sit in a circle and start a story. Each person contributes one sentence, but before passing the story to the next person, they must give them a quick kiss.
   50. Kiss Hunt: Hide Hershey’s Kisses or lip-shaped candies around the room, and players must find and collect as many as they can within a time limit.
   51.  Kiss Cookies: Bake delicious cookies with Hershey’s Kisses pressed into the center for a sweet surprise.
   52. Kiss Cake Pops: Make adorable cake pops decorated with colorful sprinkles and a chocolate kiss on top.
   53. Kiss Cupcakes: Bake fluffy cupcakes with a Hershey’s Kiss nestled in the center of each one.
   54. Chocolate Kiss Brownies: Whip up fudgy brownies with a layer of melted chocolate kisses on top.
   55. Peanut Butter Kiss Bars: Create irresistible bars with a chewy peanut butter cookie base topped with chocolate kisses.
   56. Kissed Caramel Apples: Dip apples in caramel, then roll them in chopped nuts and Hershey’s Kisses for a delicious treat.
   57. Kissed Berry Salad: Toss together a refreshing salad with mixed berries and a honey-kissed vinaigrette.
   58. Kissed Chicken Salad: Make a flavorful chicken salad with grapes, almonds, and a creamy poppy seed dressing.
   59. Kissed Strawberry Smoothie: Blend together strawberries, yogurt, and a splash of honey for a refreshing drink.
   60. Kissed Banana Bread: Bake moist banana bread with a hint of cinnamon and chocolate kisses folded into the batter.
   61. Kissed Coconut Macaroons: Whip up chewy coconut macaroons dipped in chocolate and topped with a Hershey’s Kiss.
   62. Kissed Lemon Bars: Bake tangy lemon bars with a buttery shortbread crust and a kiss of powdered sugar on top.
   63. Kissed Raspberry Cheesecake: Prepare a creamy cheesecake swirled with raspberry sauce and topped with chocolate kisses.
   64. Kissed Oatmeal Cookies: Bake hearty oatmeal cookies studded with chocolate kisses for a tasty twist.
   65. Kissed Almond Biscotti: Make crunchy almond biscotti dipped in chocolate and sprinkled with chopped kisses.
   66. Kissed Peanut Butter Pie: Whip up a creamy peanut butter pie with a chocolate cookie crust and a layer of chocolate kisses on top.
   67. Kissed Coconut Cream Pie: Create a decadent coconut cream pie topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut kisses.
   68. Kissed Chocolate Mousse: Prepare silky chocolate mousse garnished with whipped cream and chocolate kisses.
   69. Kissed Mint Chocolate Bark: Melt together dark chocolate and peppermint extract, then swirl in white chocolate and top with crushed candy canes and kisses.
   70. Kissed Red Velvet Cake: Bake a classic red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting and chocolate kisses scattered on top.
   71. Kissed Caramel Corn: Coat popcorn in homemade caramel sauce, then toss in chopped chocolate kisses for a sweet and salty snack.
   72. Kissed Nutella Crepes: Fill delicate crepes with Nutella and sliced bananas, then top with whipped cream and chocolate kisses.
   73. Kissed Pumpkin Pie: Bake a creamy pumpkin pie with a gingersnap crust and a sprinkling of chocolate kisses.
   74. Kissed Chocolate Truffles: Roll rich chocolate truffles in cocoa powder, chopped nuts, or shredded coconut, then press a Hershey’s Kiss into the center of each one.
   75. Kissed Espresso Brownies: Bake rich espresso brownies with a layer of chocolate ganache and a kiss of espresso-flavored whipped cream on top.
   76.  Romantic Dinner Date: Enjoy a candlelit dinner at a cozy restaurant with your partner.
   77. Picnic in the Park: Pack a basket with your favorite snacks and share a romantic picnic outdoors.
   78. Spa Day for Two: Treat yourselves to a couples’ spa day complete with massages and pampering treatments.
   79. Create a Memory Book: Compile photos and mementos of your favorite moments together in a personalized memory book.
   80. Watch a Romantic Movie: Snuggle up and watch a romantic movie marathon together at home.
   81. Take a Sunset Stroll: Hold hands and take a leisurely walk together as you watch the sunset.
   82. Write Love Letters: Take the time to write heartfelt love letters to each other expressing your feelings.
   83. Cook a Romantic Dinner Together: Spend the evening cooking a special meal together in the kitchen.
   84. Plan a Surprise Date: Surprise your partner with a fun and unexpected date planned just for them.
   85. Go Dancing: Hit the dance floor and enjoy a night of dancing together to your favorite songs.
   86. Take a Couples’ Yoga Class: Sign up for a couples’ yoga class to connect both physically and mentally.
   87. Plan a Weekend Getaway: Escape for a romantic weekend getaway to a cozy cabin or beachside retreat.
   88. Recreate Your First Date: Recreate the magic of your first date together for a nostalgic celebration.
   89. Visit a Romantic Location: Take a day trip to a nearby romantic spot such as a scenic overlook or historic landmark.
   90. Take a Cooking Class Together: Learn to cook a new cuisine together in a cooking class.
   91. Write Love Notes: Leave sweet love notes for each other to find throughout the day.
   92. Renew Your Vows: Renew your commitment to each other with a private vow renewal ceremony.
   93. Have a Wine Tasting Night: Enjoy a wine tasting evening at home with a selection of your favorite wines.
   94. Go on a Helicopter Ride: Take to the skies with a thrilling helicopter ride for a unique date experience.
   95. Enjoy a Couples’ Massage: Book a couples’ massage at a spa for a relaxing and intimate experience.
   96. Take a Photography Session: Hire a photographer for a couples’ photo shoot to capture your love in timeless images.
   97. Have a Starlit Picnic: Spread out a blanket and have a picnic under the stars for a romantic evening.
   98. Attend a Live Performance: Go see a live theater show, concert, or performance together for a memorable night out.
   99. Make a Scrapbook Together: Spend time together creating a scrapbook filled with memories and keepsakes.
   100. Have a Dessert Date Night: Indulge in a decadent dessert tasting night with a variety of sweet treats to enjoy together.

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