Saying "I LOVE YOU" can be expressed in many non-verbal ways at any given time of the day and not just on special occasions!
Understanding the fine art of romance would not only add sparkle into your relationship but also allow you to view romance as a state of mind rather than a chore.
Each day that passes without expressing in some form of love for our partner, sadly will eventually under nourish the relationship.
Romance is unfortunately missing in most relationships today, so here are some love bites to help you reap the benefits of a more loving and communicative relationship and remember... It's the little things that mean so much!
- Call your partner and ask them out on a "date".
- Plan a surprise dream date.
- Meet your partner for lunch. Both meet half way if time is limited, or make a surprise visit at work.
- Go out on an evening dessert date – find an ice-cream parlour or where makes delicious desserts.
- Pack a picnic - be creative - add strawberries and wine and make it perfect.
- Cook your partner's favourite meal. Get the candles and wine out.
- If you can't cook, book a table at his/her favourite restaurant or get a takeaway.
- Make dinner together - four hands are quicker than two.
- Feed each other. Despite what your mother said – food is also fun to play with!
- Breakfast in bed is really what the doctor ordered.
- Go to a local comedy club and have a laugh.
- Go dancing or if indoors, play slow music and ask your lover to dance.
- Go to the movies and sit on the back row.
- Make a movie night at home. Set the mood with scented candles, munchies, a blanket and snuggle up.
- Transform your bedroom into a romantic haven. Clear the clutter – change the sheets and add a few scented candles or dim the lights, turn off the TV and switch on the music.
- Spray your favourite scent on your bed pillows.
- Create a love bowl filled with romantic ideas, each week you both choose one paper and fulfil the romantic gesture.
- Greet and part with a kiss.
- Leave a love card for your partner to find.
- Hold hands whenever possible – yes even in public!
- Make a pass, be touchy or flirt with your honey.
- A look, a touch, a smile – is a big "I want you" signal.
- Whilst talking caress your partners face, hair or arms.
- Be spontaneous and hug or kiss for no reason.
- Kiss passionately, often and unexpectedly.
- Make a dedication of a love song on the radio.
- Send an e-card.
- Send a romantic text message.
- Leave a flower somewhere (preferably unusual) with a sweet note attached.
- Make your partner feel extra special around you and your friends.
- Brag about your partner.
- Boost your partners' self-esteem.
- Help with household chores – especially if you both work.
- For the ultimate sensual bath experience, send an invite card to your partner to be your guest in an evening of bubbles and strawberries – taking your time to help wash all over and tenderly towel dry.
- Share a steamy shower and get all lathered up with a soapy sponge.
- Wear sexy clothes, turn on the music and strip slowly – there's no rush.
- All work and no play…. Maybe its time for the big kid in you and your partner to come out and play. Have fun!
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