Tag Archives: romantic friendship

Risking Romance With Your Best Friend

Posted on July 23, 2018 by

Following his high school graduation, Matthew entered college. To say he attended college would be a stretch. Social pursuits trumped scholastic pursuits. Finally, in a moment of personal honesty during his sophomore year, he acknowledged wasting his parent’s money. He … Continue reading →

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I’ll Do It For You

Posted on August 17, 2017 by

Is there a task your sweetheart performs that you know he/she doesn’t enjoy? Use that knowledge to create a Romantic Interlude. Next time your sweetheart’s faced with this task, offer to perform it for your sweetheart. Better yet, step in … Continue reading →

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Your Last Thought Tonight

Posted on April 17, 2017 by

What is the last thing you think about before bedtime? What you didn’t complete today? What’s gotta be done tomorrow? Crime in the news? Research confirms, what we do just prior to retiring for the night influences what our brain … Continue reading →

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Romantic Memory

Posted on November 3, 2016 by

Tell me the name of a place you and your sweetheart visited during the last 12 months, a place you both enjoyed. Time to create a romantic reminder of that time and place. Research the location, whether it’s a specific … Continue reading →

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Keeping Romance Alive is Difficult

Posted on October 31, 2016 by

Maybe you thought you’d never hear this coming from my keyboard but I’m going to confess. Keeping Romance Alive is difficult. There, I said it. Probably not something you’d expect me to admit. It’s true. Whether your flee-or-flight response ignites … Continue reading →

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Our For A Date

Posted on October 27, 2016 by

My high school English teacher’s Facebook post reminded me of a simple Romantic Interlude. “Honey asked me out on a date.” No matter how long you’ve been together, you need to ask your sweetheart out from time-to-time. I’m not talking … Continue reading →

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Not Your Primary Romantic Type?

Posted on October 24, 2016 by

With a gentle nudge, the tug began pushing the Boeing 737 backwards signaling the start of our long anticipated vacation. We were headed west. I’d predestined that very moment to add a bit of romance. My sweetheart’s preferred way of … Continue reading →

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Wish Upon a Star

Posted on October 20, 2016 by

Spring and fall bring pleasant evenings, neither hot nor cold. It’s a great time to spend an evening with your sweetheart under the stars. Just before sunset, pack a blanket, snacks and a favorite beverage. Drive to a safe location … Continue reading →

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Outrageous Romance at a Boring Event

Posted on February 18, 2016 by

Do you and your sweetheart attend “stuffy”, business-related gatherings? Do you mentally or physically watch for an opportunity to leave while politely enduring the hours? While attending one of these functions, surprise your sweetheart with a little romance. During the … Continue reading →

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