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Step 1
Call a time-out and focus on each other and what brought you together in the first place. Pull out old love letters, peruse pictures from the time when you romance was new and talk about what made you fall in love.
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Step 2
Every once in a while, plan a date night with your spouse. If you have children and can get a babysitter for the evening, get dressed up and go out for dinner and movie, like you did when you were courting each other. Laugh, share old memories and new dreams and take the time to appreciate each other's company. If you can't get away, have a romantic dinner after the kids are in bed, complete with candles for ambiance.
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Step 3
Get out of town! Even if you can't afford to take a weekend trip, get away for the day. If you can't leave for the day, play tourist in your own town and see things in a new light. If you have the time and money, book a night in a romantic bed and breakfast inn, or go back to a particular destination of which you have fond memories. Taking a walk down memory lane may revive your romance.
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Step 4
Make a little gesture of love. If your spouse usually makes dinner, surprise him or her with your own delicious creation on a random weeknight. Pack your spouse's lunch, complete with a love note. Pick up your significant other's favorite movie on the way home from work, and spend the night cuddling and eating popcorn on the couch.
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Step 5
Surprise your spouse with tickets to their favorite sporting event, a concert or even a coupon for a massage. Life can become monotonous and it is too easy to forget to show your spouse how special he or she is to you. Little reminders like these will speak volumes.
Comments
Emily35 said
on 4/22/2008 Thats a hard thing to do. I have been married for many years and have a few children and my husband and I have tried many different ways to rekindle that romance. My friend bought me "Date Night in a box" from www.luvcrub.com and we love it. It is not the only thing we do but it is a favorite, fer sure!