Monthly Archives: December 2018

Kissing Bough

Posted on December 27, 2018 by RomanceALIVE

OK. Maybe it’s just after Christmas. But try this anyway. In the UK, dating back to the middle ages and before Christmas Trees became popular, a popular Christmas decoration was the Kissing Bough. Create your own Kissing Bough for your … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas

Posted on December 24, 2018 by RomanceALIVE

It has been my privilege to share my romantic musings with you throughout the year. I trust that they have provided you at the very least interesting reading and hopefully encouraged you to bring more romance into your relationship. Thank … Continue reading →

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Traditional / Non-Traditional Mistletoe Romance

Posted on December 23, 2018 by RomanceALIVE

In the northern hemisphere it’s officially winter . Now Christmas arrives. Talking with a friend this evening I realized I don’t remember my parents ever taking advantage of the Christmas “sprig”. They might have but I imagine their conversation was … Continue reading →

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A Hike And A Selfie

Posted on December 20, 2018 by RomanceALIVE

A Romantic Interlude in the “great outdoors” creates a great memory. Do a bit of research and find an unusual trail, a unique land formation, a cave or a secluded trail along a creek. Study up on the area and … Continue reading →

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If At First You Don’t Succeed At Romance . . . .

Posted on December 17, 2018 by RomanceALIVE

Thank you for the opportunity to share my musings about romance. It’s an honor to do so. Planning for this evening’s Romantic Interlude consumed hours. The menu featured caprese salad, fresh peas in a light butter sauce, freshly grated Parmesan … Continue reading →

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Make Our Song Ours

Posted on December 13, 2018 by RomanceALIVE

What is the special song between the two of you? You know, the one with which you identify as a couple? “Your song”? Romance your sweetheart with your rewrite of “your” song. Alter the words so they become unique to … Continue reading →

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What’s Most Romantic

Posted on December 10, 2018 by RomanceALIVE

Which of the following would you consider the most romantic? Long, slow, full-frontal hug? Thirty-second, passionate kiss? Full massage? Holding your sweetheart’s hand? Take a slow moment and think about it. Ask yourself which of these would you consider the … Continue reading →

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Romantic Double Entrendres

Posted on December 6, 2018 by RomanceALIVE

Start a conversation with your sweetheart.  Make it innocuous, with no specific destination or purpose Without warning or fanfare, add a subtle double entendre. Make it as innocent as possible. See if your sweetheart picks up on it. Whether your … Continue reading →

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Subtle Romance

Posted on December 3, 2018 by RomanceALIVE

She looked stunning in her blue, ruffled dress. The halo of frangipani flowers set off her dark hair. She seemed to glide like a bird slowly soaring just a few feet above the ground The audience was caught up in … Continue reading →

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