Dont buy roses, he advises in his book1001 Ways to Be Romantic.
Its common, expected and expensive.
Flowers in her favorite color.
Flowers that match his eyes.
Flowers that send a message.
Tiny, delicate flowers.
Lots and lots of flowers.
All you have to do is share in a sincere way how you feel about your partner.
So many of our relational interactions take place online.
And you’re able to get creative.
Or you could write messages on sticky notes that you place throughout the house, he says.
Dont just go out to a movie on Saturday, like always.
Call her from work on Wednesday and formally ask her out on a date, he says.
For a really special outing, consider re-creating your first date.
Hold their hand
When it comes to physical intimacy, making love and showing love sometimes hit differently.
So if you want to show your partner how much you care, consider getting back to basics.
Hold [his or her] hand and be sure to get in some extra hugs this winter.
And dont just wait for birthdays or holidays.
Go out this weekend and buy $50 worth of greeting cards, Godek advises.
Get some sentimental cards.
Get some sexy cards.
Get several birthday cards.
Get some friendship cards.
Get cards with no inscription, so you’re able to exercise your creativity.
And speaking of birthday cards: How about doing something different this year?
On your lovers birthday, send a thank you card to his or her mother, Godek suggests.
It doesnt have to be a big thing.
Its, Hey sweetheart, thank you for that meal last night.
Its, Thank you for taking in my dry cleaning …
It could be any number of things.
I like to put a list of 10 things on a homemade card with silly drawings.
He seems to love it.
Anticipate their needs
Romance doesnt always have to be passionate.
Often, it can be practical.
Tag along to appointments
Doctors and dentists are neither fun nor romantic.
Going along for routine check-ups gives you opportunities for quickie coffee dates.
And accompanying him or her when there are difficult problems allows you to provide emotional support, Godek says.
