Monthly Archives: September 2020

Upset the Conversation for Romance

Posted on September 28, 2020 by

Conversations in long term relationships can become predictable and stale. When you talk, the conversation often devolves into work, politics and bills. Now, before that next quiet conversation, make a list of 5 bizarre questions to ask your sweetheart. Some … Continue reading →

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Are You A Happy Romantic?

Posted on September 24, 2020 by

Date Night. Have you ever heard or read, “every couple should have a weekly date night”?  You probably have. When you hear or read those two words (“date night”), what do you think about and how do you feel? It … Continue reading →

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Be Prepared For The Unexpected Romantic Interlude

Posted on September 21, 2020 by

Instead of creating a Romantic Interlude, create a plan for an opportune moment. Life is hard. Some days suck the life out of you. You get home and don’t have the desire to think about dinner or anything else. You … Continue reading →

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What’s Your Romantic Focus

Posted on September 17, 2020 by

For years I dreamt of touring full time with a Christian vocal band: creating sweet harmonies, seeing the joy we’d bring to thousands. From college days to past my post-graduation diploma, I worked on my dream: Weekend concerts and limited … Continue reading →

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Refrigerator Love Notes

Posted on September 14, 2020 by

Do you have refrigerator word magnets, the kind that has over 300 random words spread out across the side of the fridge? Use them to romance your sweetheart. After your sweetheart goes to bed, or before he/she gets up, arrange … Continue reading →

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My Cap Quest and Romance

Posted on September 10, 2020 by

Don’t remember how I came into possession of my old “captain’s” cap. Manufacturer’s tags are long departed. It’s comfortably worn. Colors’ faded, the top stained. But it has character. Someone once commented, “There’s gotta have a great story behind it.” … Continue reading →

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A Jigsaw Romantic Interlude

Posted on September 8, 2020 by

Are you a problem solver? How about your sweetheart? Willing to romance your sweetheart by solving a problem? Jigsaw puzzles are fun and can also relieve tension and anxiety. Doing a jigsaw puzzle together can provide a stress-relieving activity where … Continue reading →

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This Romance Stuff and Jazz

Posted on September 3, 2020 by

Several years ago, I gave my sweetheart a book, “Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk” by David Sedaris. Seemed a bit quirky and thought she’d enjoy. Last week, I started reading the book. One story describes the relationship between a chipmunk, I’ll call … Continue reading →

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