Monthly Archives: July 2014

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Posted on July 31, 2014 by RomanceALIVE

Create a quiet, relaxing evening for just the two of you. If you have a sofa, use it. Add finger snacks like apples, popcorn, peaches, chips. Include a beverage you both enjoy. When you’re both relaxed, ask your sweetheart, “If … Continue reading →

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Romance – Outside of Rules & Outside the Box

Posted on July 28, 2014 by RomanceALIVE

Are you a rule follower? When I was young, my life seemed to be defined by rules: Do this. Don’t do that. What will people think of you My parents were good parents, very good people. I was given a … Continue reading →

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Posted on July 24, 2014 by RomanceALIVE

Ready to gamble on who’s the best golfer between you and your sweetheart? Especially if you can have fun doing so?   Ask your sweetheart to dress for play. If it’s warm maybe shorts, t-shirt and a cap.   At … Continue reading →

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Romance Reduced Dementia

Posted on July 21, 2014 by RomanceALIVE

Did you know romancing your sweetheart lowers the risk of dementia. At least that’s my interpretation of an article someone shared with me. The Albert Einstein College of medicine in New York conducted a 21 year study of people over … Continue reading →

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Romance, Magic, Banana

Posted on July 17, 2014 by RomanceALIVE

You can put some magic into your relationship.   Get two bananas, two toothpicks, and one strong & long needle.   Use the needle to poke through one side of the banana without piercing the other side. Move the needle back … Continue reading →

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Together Too Long?

Posted on July 14, 2014 by RomanceALIVE

“We’ve been together too long.“ You’ve probably heard someone say that. Recently I heard someone use this excuse for the lack of romance in a relationship. It was a weekend getaway. One person got caught up in a futbol/soccer match … Continue reading →

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Romantic Cartoon Alternative

Posted on July 10, 2014 by RomanceALIVE

Would it be a challenge for you to take your sweetheart to a romantic movie? Would it be a challenge to bring a romantic movie home?   Here’s an idea which will give you a romantic moment while avoiding the … Continue reading →

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Make Your Own Romantic Press

Posted on July 7, 2014 by RomanceALIVE

Do you believe your own press? Many of us do. The phrase “don’t believe your own press” originated about those hiring publicity agents. These agents were paid to make sure wonderful, fantastic reviews were written about actors and athletes, politicians … Continue reading →

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A Week Of Romance

Posted on July 3, 2014 by RomanceALIVE

Here’s a way to your sweetheart’s heart. Create or purchase 7 heart-shaped pieces of paper or cards. Write a short note of encouragement for your sweetheart on the first six cards. On the 7th card, write an invitation for your … Continue reading →

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