Keep Romance
Keep the romance in a relationship alive with
these quick tips.
Planning
If you are married, or living together its still
important to get out of the house. Go on a date
without children or friends at least once a month.
Planning can often makes the difference between
having a date or not. Even though a date is planned,
spontaneity allows for following the whims of
enjoyment. Always remember the cost of the date
does not determine its value.
Create Memories
Every time you go out go somewhere. Creating new
memories help relationships grow. Go on a date
and experience something new together. The key
to a successful romantic event is attitude.
Surprise
Surprise inspires romance, if you`re going to
be back first, buy your lover`s favorite takeaway,
and try to rush and arrange a beautiful candlelit
dinner complete with wine and silver candlesticks.
If you`re first out and slightly early, buy a
bunch of roses and drop by your lover`s office,
leaving them on her desk with an invitation to
dinner tonight. On the way home, buy your lover`s
favorite dessert or ice-cream, curl up together
on the sofa after dinner, get that dessert out,
and enjoy it together.
Surprise him/her with a sensuous massage after
a romantic dinner. If you do not cook, you can
still arrange a romantic dinner. Just make sure
you show that you have put some thought into it
order her favorite food or buy a picnic hamper
packed with gourmet delights. Be adventurous,
and eat in a park or beach. If it rains, just
move indoors to a carpet picnic.
Communicate
Verbally express how you feel but remember action
speaks louder than words, however, sometimes your
mate needs to hear them.
Suspense
Keep your mate in suspense. It goes hand in hand
with romance. Notes in his lunch or brief case
: Slip a suggestive note in, and leave him hanging.
Pack a quick lunch of sandwiches or your lover`s
favorite for his/her lunch in a lunch box. Leave
a romantic message inside. The anticipation will
build all day.
Celebrate Memories
Give your mate a small memento to trigger memories.
Play Treasure hunt.
Leave little notes telling her how much you care
around the house in places you know she will find
them, like on the bathroom mirror, on top of the
milk, in her purse etc. You can also include clues
on the bottom of each message to help her find
her Valentine's day gift.
Romance
Wake up early, and prepare breakfast in bed for
your lover. When your lover gets home late from
work, suggest he or she lie in the bathtub while
you scrub, rub and bathe him or her.
Keep it Fresh
Finding new activities that both enjoy heightens
interest in being with each other. Unplug the
television and the phone. Snuggle up on the couch
together and watch a movie. Let him choose the
movie, or choose one each and watch two. You want
to have your mate's complete undivided attention.
Light some incense or use scented candles. You
will love the way they season the room. On the
way home, buy your lover`s favorite dessert or
ice-cream, curl up together on the sofa after
dinner, get that dessert out, and enjoy it together.
Prepare
Always have after dinner mints. Nothing stifles
romance than bad breath. Need I say more.
Music
Music can be very seductive. So when it comes
to picking music, go with what you like. However,
when creating a romantic mood keep in mind that
Jazz and R&B is usually the music of choice. Don't
forget to set your tape or CD player on continuous
play. Nothing kills the mood like stopping to
change the CD or to flip the tape. If the only
source of music you have is the radio there is
plenty of stations that plays Jazz and R&B. Serenade
your mate even if singing is not your strong suit.
Compliment
Daily compliments to (and from) BOTH partners.
Such as..."Hi honey, you look beautiful today!"
Or "Hey handsome! You did a wonderful job pruning
that tree!" You know just anything positive that
you can think of to brighten your spouses day.
Thoughtful Gifts
Buy a thoughtful gift. Keep an ear and eye out
for what she says she needs or wants. Always remember
the cost of the gift does not determine its value.
Buy him a present that takes some thought, like
a book by his favorite author, or the DVD of his
favorite movie. Buy him two tickets to see his
favorite sports team, and tell him he can take
a mate with him.
Spontaneity
On a rainy day, instead of taking the opportunity
to do the errands, do the laundry, cleaning, etc...
, take an afternoon nap. Put music on at a low
volume and, enjoy yourselves in the stillness
of the moment. Even though a date is planned,
spontaneity allows for following the whims of
enjoyment and keeps the dating experience from
becoming old and disinteresting.
Participate
Keep conversation going. Ask questions. Be interested
in what he/she is saying. Arrange to meet after
work at that quiet pier where both of you love
to sit and talk while enjoying the ocean breeze.
Candles
Dim the lights to add an air of mystery, and create
a warm cozy feeling. If you`re going to be back
first, buy your lover`s favorite takeaway, and
try to rush and arrange a beautiful candlelit
dinner complete with wine and silver candlesticks.
Wear something sexy, but comfortable. Freeze candles
a hour before using. They burn slower. If you
don't want to use scented candles, you can use
heated oil, potpourri or incense.
About the Author
Francesca Black a romantic at heart, writes for
Valentine Shop http://www.valentine-shop.com
and Angel Gifts http://www.angel-gifts.net
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