Much debate has gone on and continues today about what is romantic? We can't seem to agree, because everyone views romance differently. The differences not only exist between men and women, but each woman and each man also has their own idea about what is romantic. For example: a woman receives one long-stemmed rose. Romantic? One woman will be thrilled, thinking it a wonderful and tender gesture. Another woman will think it's cheap, and she should have gotten a dozen of them if the man was really serious. Another example: someone suggests to a man that he take his love ... Read More ...

Stock up on the following items and save them in a box somewhere that your love won't find them. They will come in really handy for spur of the moment romantic surprises! "Just Because" Love Cards Post-it Notes Balloons His/her favorite recipes Romantically themed candy, such as: conversation hearts, hershey hugs and kisses, suckers shaped like hearts and lips, cinnamon hearts, etc. Sidewalk chalk for writing messages on the walkway for your love Valentine novelties, such as: stuffed animals, cardboard character decorations, stickers, stamps, etc. Stamps, envelopes and fancy letter paper for mailing your sweetie suprise letters Candles and matches ... Read More ...

No doubt we can all remember those early days of our romance when we were excited at the mere sight of our beloved. Just being in the same room was thrilling. Dates were planned with great enthusiasm. Tedious care was taken to organize all the details, making sure everything was just right. Oh, the beauty of new relationships! The excitement of beginnings! Everything is new; spring is in the air even if there's snow on the ground. After twenty-three years of marriage (yes, to the same man!), I am happy to share that a relationship can keep that magic. No, ... Read More ...