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How to Keep Your Relationship Fresh With Romance

  • Posted on March 20, 2010 at 6:27 pm

Simply stated, romance is showing the one you love that you truly appreciate and value them.

Here are some ways to kick the romance volume up a notch:

Gifts

The worst thing you can do is forget a birthday, anniversary, holiday, or some other special occasion. These are timeslots built into the calendar year to help you show your love and appreciation for your honey.

The minimum requirement is to remember and give a gift and / or do something special together. You can either meet the minimum requirement, or show extra thoughtfulness and effort to make the occasion extra special.

Surprises

Surprises are one of the easiest ways to be romantic. All you have to do is treat the day as if it were a birthday or Valentine’s day without being prompted by the calendar. Give a gift or handwritten letter of appreciation “just because I wanted you to know how much I love you.” Keep his or her interests in mind and surprise him or her with tickets to a concert or musical. Be spontaneous. Make a special effort to express your love even when your calendar doesn’t tell you to.

Affection

Walk up to her and kiss her or hug her. Sweep her off her feet.

Show him how much you love him with a hug and kisses. Give him a massage.

Combine your affection with the element of surprise.

Affirmation

Affirmation is like affection except that affection is shown while affirmation is said. When employing affirmation for a romantic moment, tell the person with words how much they mean to you.

Write a love letter telling her what you appreciate about her.

When he needs encouraging, encourage him.

When one of you achieves a goal, celebrate together.

Remind one another that your lives are complete and happy because you are together.

Tim Spooner is the author of The Newlyweds’ Guide to a Happy Marriage

10 Ways To Rekindle The Magic In Your Relationship

  • Posted on July 26, 2009 at 11:52 pm

Are you frustrated that your relationship doesn’t have the magic and romance that it once had?

You’re not alone. Living with the same partner for a long time can become stable and comfortable, and, as a result, can also cause the loss of the spark that made your relationship so special in the first place. Here are some simple, fun and creative ideas to reignite that magic:

1. Send them a unique gift at work – Get a piece of paper and some crayons. Draw a bright childlike picture with a smiley sun and two stick figures holding hands. Add labels with your two names pointing to the stick figures. Write ‘I Love You’ inside a heart. Next get a large formal envelope. Place your drawing inside and type up a formal address label of your partner’s workplace, such as: “For the immediate and urgent attention of: Rebecca Jones, Level 20, Collins & Smith Solicitors, New York.” Mail it to your partner so they receive it in the middle of a busy day.

2. Become kids again – If you are walking by a park, visit the swings and give your partner a ride. This will often bring back happy memories from their childhood.

3. Fun with water – On a hot summer’s day, buy two large water pistols and take them to the beach with you. Pull them out and throw one to your partner and then have a huge water fight.

4. A massage with a twist – Buy a small, decorated cardboard box, a sheet of colored tissue paper, some massage oil and a blank card. Line the box with the tissue paper. Place the massage oil in the box and write the following message on the card: I know a great masseur. For an appointment call: (Your Phone Number)

5. Bring back childhood memories – Contact your partner’s family and ask if there was anything she always wanted when she was a little girl. For example if she always wanted a porcelain doll, buy one for her birthday. She will not only appreciate the gift, but also the fact that you were thoughtful enough to find out what she always wanted. You can do this for your man too.

6. Stare at the clouds – Drive into the country, find a grassy hill, and lie with your partner and look up at the clouds.

7. Go for a walk on the beach – Trace out the shape of a large love heart in the sand. Sit inside the heart and cuddle your partner as you watch the sun go down.

8. Organize a backyard picnic on a warm summer’s night –

Spread a picnic blanket on the ground and get together some snacks, chocolates and champagne. Lie down on the blanket with your partner and gaze up at the stars together.

9. Show you’re grateful for your partner –

Leave a long-stem rose where your partner will find it, with a note on it saying: “Thank you for coming into my life.”

10. Spice up your lovemaking – Probably the most profound way to rekindle the romance in your relationship is to spice up your lovemaking. Surprise your partner with a little gift after you make love, try a new position, learn to give your partner a sensual massage before or after, or just spend some time staring into each other’s eyes and caressing their bare skin before making love.

Many people underestimate the affect passionate and intimate lovemaking has on a relationship. If you spice it up, chances are you and your partner will naturally do romantic things for each other. Why? Because passionate lovemaking connects two people in a meaningful and unexplainable way that nothing else can.

Oprah Love Expert Michael Webb is the author of 500 Lovemaking Tips, a book full of ways to spice up your lovemaking, adding more passion, pleasure and intimacy to your experience. To read more, visit: 500 Lovemaking Tips and Secrets

101 Romantic Ideas

  • Posted on April 24, 2009 at 1:25 am

We have obtained permission to give you a copy of one of Michael Webb’s many relationship advice books.

This one has something in it for everyone. It contains 101 brilliant ideas for adding romance to your relationship. These ideas will keep your relationship fresh and help your loved one know how much you value them.

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Here are two of the ideas…

Buy a packet of glow in the dark stars and stick the stars on the roof above your bed to spell out a message such as “I Love You” When the lights go down, your message will be revealed!

Want another? When you are in a romantic spot, ask your partner if she would like to dance. Place one earpiece in her ear and one in your own and enjoy your private dance floor.

This technique is particularly effective if the romantic spot you have chosen is somewhere where people would not normally dance, for example, the top of the Empire State building at sunset or on top of a mountain during a camping trip.

These are just TWO romantic ideas you can start using right away. Inside you’ll discover 99 MORE WAYS to express the love for your partner in creative and unique ways.

You’ll also learn…

  • A unique “twist” to buying flowers (idea #3)
  • A creative way to cheer your partner up at work (idea #10)
  • 7 ’seldom used’ words that really touch the heart (idea #14)
  • And many many more…

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5 First Date Mistakes Men Make That End In Heartbreak

  • Posted on March 15, 2009 at 11:47 pm

Let’s face it – you never get a second chance to make a first impression!

That’s why, if you want to take things further with a woman, you need to show her your best on the very first date. And in actual fact, there are 5 things that men consistently do on first dates that totally destroy their chances of seeing the woman again, and the worst part is they think they’re doing it right!

Avoid the following 5 mistakes to increase your chances of success on your first date:

Mistake #1: Buying gifts - Bringing chocolate or flowers on a first date isn’t the best idea – especially if you’ve just met the woman! She’s there to get to know YOU. Women are always asking themselves “what does THAT mean?” And in this case it’s, “He bought me flowers because he likes me, but he doesn’t even know anything about me yet! A little suspicious.

Mistake #2: Being Mr. Serious – When in the presence of a potential date, men often become boring, instead of keeping up the friendly vibe they have with their friends. They won’t make jokes or laugh with the woman, they won’t play around like they do with their friends and they generally take things a little too seriously. Why do men change their behavior around women, often without even realizing they’re doing it? Because they fear losing their only chance with the girl of their dreams, they try and play the safe side, which results in a “Mr. Serious.”

Mistake #3: Conducting an Interview – When men become “Mr. Serious” they often fall into “job interview conversation mode.” Make sure you reserve questions like, “So where do you work?” or “How many brothers and sisters do you have?” for the future, after you’ve already had a lot of fun and made the sparks fly. Instead, talk about your hobbies, interesting stories and fun stuff. Avoid anything too deep for a long period of time. On a first date, it can make things a little depressing. Talk like you’ve known each other for years (as if you don’t need to do the awkward 20-questions quiz.) Of course you can ask basic questions, but never make it the main focus of your date. Focus on fun.

Mistake #4: Being too needy and direct – Without realizing it, many guys turn their dates off by trying a little too hard. For example: Men will lean into a woman’s personal space, and ask, “so do you like me?” or constantly change his opinion to seek her approval and make her like him. Big mistake. Ironically, it’s leaning back, staying cool and calm, being a little cheeky, interesting, mysterious and comfortable with yourself that actually gets a woman’s attention and keeps her interested.

Mistake #5: Going to boring places – If your date finds the night boring, you’re finished. When it comes to having fun on first dates, nothing is more important than what you do. And while dinners and movies are nice, it’s really hard to leave a great impression in these settings. Why? Because they set a very “proper tone” that’s hard to turn into fun and playful. And unless you’re a super funny, intelligent and interesting guy, dinner and movie dates just aren’t the best place to take your date. Instead, go to fun places like mini-golf parks, carnivals, parks, or even better, come up with your own unique and fun ideas.

So in essence, while there are many factors to having a successful date, a great date idea really helps you do many of them naturally! Remember, where you take a woman on a first date can be the difference between a great night and a dating disaster! Choose wisely!

Oprah Expert Michael Webb is the author of 300 Creative Dates, a book jam-packed with unique ways to help leave a great first impression without breaking the bank! To learn more, visit the creative date ideas site

Saving Marriages With Unconditional Love

  • Posted on March 14, 2009 at 11:08 pm

In the middle of a session the other day I had a powerful realization. I was asked to think of a relationship I had with something in the last week that in my mind was the ideal relationship, and to think of what it was about that relationship that made it ideal.

A number of people in the group thought of their cars, tool sheds, families, workmates, old friends, even relationships with objects such as their television remote, recliner chair, diamond jewellery or favorite pair of shoes. To each of these people, these things felt comfortable, and simple. The relationships they had with these people or objects was rewarding and easy to maintain.

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When my turn came to identify my ideal relationship, I thought of my dog. My dog has very simple needs, and it is the ultimate ego-boost for me when I get home at night and I am greeted in such an enthusiastic fashion. I don’t know of any others that greet me so enthusiastically night after night. No matter how long I have been away from the house or no matter how my day has been. I call this unconditional love.

So what is unconditional love?

Unconditional love is the type of love that comes without conditions. It is the type of love that you have for your partner when the romantic, hollywood-style love is gone. Once the romantic love is gone you make the transition to “real” love. Real love is love you have for your partner despite the knowledge that they are not perfect. You know your partner has faults. You know your partner is not perfect. You know your partner makes mistakes sometimes, but that’s okay. You still love them. This is unconditional love.

The same thing applies to you however in looking at your partner’s faults. You acknowledge that you are the same. You have faults. You are not perfect. You know you make mistakes sometimes, but that’s okay. That’s called self-acceptance, and you expect unconditional love to overcome the faults and imperfections that people have.

So what do you get from this then? Should we all go out and get dogs to teach us something about unconditional love? Maybe there is a lesson to be learnt here. We all clutter our lives with trials and tribulations, and there is the temptation to let our issues rule our lives.

But if you are serious about saving your marriage you need to put the clutter to one side and let your unconditional love come through. It is okay to have faults and make mistakes. And love will conquer them all.

Have a think about unconditional love and how you can apply this realization to your relationship.

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What the Perfect Romantic Getaway Looks Like

  • Posted on March 14, 2009 at 11:03 pm

The perfect romantic getaway might look a little different to everyone. However, there are some traits common to almost any great romantic location. Such as…

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First, wherever you go should be private. Now you might be thinking to yourself, “I like adventure, action and lots of people.” That is fine. Whether you decide to go where the crowds are or somewhere where there are more trees than people, some degree of privacy is a must. Remember it’s a romantic getaway, primarily focused on you and that special person… not you and the world.

Here is another tip. Whether you choose a fine resort, luxury hotel, or secluded country lodge, the location you choose should be comfortable. It may seem obvious, but this is one getaway location trait you cannot live without. From in-room fireplaces and Jacuzzi tubs to comfortable beds, comfort is king. Even if you decide to venture out into the great outdoors, having comfortable accommodations to return to after a long, tiresome day can make or break the romance factor.

So you have found a private and comfortable hotel, resort, or lodge. Now what? Well, you are almost there. What will you and that special person do when you are not in your room? Wherever you end up should be close to “adventure”. There is nothing like an adventurous outing to create enjoyable memories that will last a lifetime. If you really want to exceed expectations, then you will need to do more than just book a basic room at a typical hotel. You will need much more! What if you found a secluded luxury lodge where you could have your own in-room Jacuzzi tub and fire place in a romantic dining setting by night? And by day… made-to-order breakfast, five-star dinning, and several enjoyable outdoor activities within driving or even walking distance? There are a small handful of locations out there with all of these amenities.

In fact, one of the best Bozeman hotels / Montana fly fishing lodges I’ve ever stayed at is the Gallatin River Lodge. I looked all over the area for another place like this and, for the price, there is really nothing that compares.

Choose your romantic getaway wisely. If you do while getting all the best accommodations without “breaking the bank”, then you will enjoy yourself, forge long-lasting memories, and be a true hero with that special someone.

Matt J. D. writes helpful articles on how to enjoy a great romantic vacation together.