A surprise in their Shoe?

What is the last thing anyone puts on before going out for the day? Your shoes of coarse. So today's romantic tip is to slip a little excitement into your sweeties shoe. It doesn't have to be something expensive, I am sure jewelry would be appreciated. Things like their favorite candy bar, or tickets to a show later that evening would be nice. Think of things that would fit into their shoes without being able to see them. Imagine their face with they find something in their shoe when they try to slip it on. An old picture of the two of you could be a nice touch, an invitation to dinner or even a brand new pair of sexy panties might set their heart beating faster.

The important thing is to let them know you are thinking about them. The will understand that some planning had to go into this venture and will be delighted you put the extra effort into it. If their shoes are in bad shape maybe a gift card for some new ones. The ideas are as open as you are. So start thinking now of something foot sized that would make your partner feel special. Now go get it and slip it into their shoe. Just make sure it's not something that they can smash with their feet, no grapes please. Wine is better from the bottle.

Kiss outside your home!

Something that gets lost in the middle or relationships is the good night kiss. When you move in together or spend a lot of time at each others house, we all seem to move our kisses inside the house. My suggestion is the next time you have an enjoyable evening out you should kiss at the door as kind of an end to a great evening. Even if your are going to have more fun when you get inside, it is a nice statement and an innocent act that makes you think back to the first few times you were together. Think about how romantic it is to kiss under the stars on a warm summer evening, and I think you will definitely feel great about doing it.

Random Act of Kindness

It's time to take some action. Hopefully your relationship is strong and if not, it's time to put that aside for a bit and help someone else. If you look around, I am sure you can find someone not far from you that needs help. The older woman down the street that can't mow her yard very well, the family where both parents are unemployed, or maybe it's just your grandmother that can’t get out to the store very easy. I am sure when you start thinking about it there are several people around you that could use a boost up. Sometimes helping someone else is the best way to help ourselves.

My wife has told me several times about how lucky we are compared to some of the other couples she runs into. I agree with her. Sure there are a lot of things we would like to have, but we don't need them. Go out and do something for someone else with no expectations of a return. I think they call them random acts of kindness. Help someone load his/her groceries in to the car, stop and help someone with a flat tire, clean out your closet and donate all the clothes that you don't wear to charity. If you really think about it, we have an over abundance and it might even seem to others as if we are very rich when we see ourselves as unfortunate.

How can this help my relationship you might ask? Well if you’re asking that question, maybe you’re not ready to complete this activity. You should get a great sense of pride helping other people. That is the reward. Put that into a situation where both of you work together to help someone and you both get that feeling. Sharing that feeling with your partner is worth more money than you could ever make. I would love to hear about the two of you and how you helped someone out, so don't be shy. Share your stories with us.

Remember - sometimes the little things you do are the most appreciated thing you do!

We hit our one year anniversary.

Just letting you know that Romantic Antics Blog is now one year old. Hitting mile stones is a great reason to celebrate. Just as in your relationships make sure to make a big deal about your achievements. Starting out working of this blog I was worried about having enough content to make it a month but look at us hitting one year. The content just keeps coming and and coming just as in our daily lives we take what life throws at us and we go on. I would love to make a living helping people create the best relationships possible. I would also love to hear from you are viewers and tap into your thoughts and subjects you would like to hear about. Drop us a line at romanticantics@gmail.com and let us know what is on your mind.

Feeling needed!

A wonderful feeling that accompanies romance is the feeling of being needed or helpful. Have you even felt this emotion? It can bring your soul up from the depths of dispare and make you feel like an important part of life. Now how can we work this feeling into romance? Thing about it can you make your partner feel needed, are there things in your life that it would be helpful if your partner participated in them. We all have a power struggle that makes us want to take care of everything yourself. Maybe you could ask your partner to help you do your taxes, or help you figure out the best exercises to be doing. The point of these things is to make them feel like not only you want them but that you need them in your life. There is not a single soul out there that doesn't like to know that they are needed. What better person in your life to express that to you than you partner. Sure both of you could live without the other person that is not the point and we don't want you to give up your Independence. We just want you to show your partner that they are important to you and not just an accessory in your life.

Wrap up a memory

The economy is hoping that you are going out and spending a bunch of money this Christmas, and yes that is the way to break out of a recession. However, a romantic thing to do for your partner is to give them something for Christmas that reminds them of a special time the two of you had together. Maybe it is a picture from you last vacation, or the baby booties of your first born child. Think back through out the year and try to remember anything monumental that happened to the two of you during that last year together. Firsts are always something to remember such as the first marathon you ran, your first house or even the first time you kissed. Now the job is to find something that you can wrap up that will take them back to that time. A picture of the event is a great way, go out a purchase a nice frame and place the picture inside it, the will immediately remember that event. Items from that event are another suggestion, say you had a child together during this year then the little beanie that they but on the baby in the hospital in a frame would be an extra special thing you could hang on your wall. You can pick up brochures from your last vacation destination, or programs from events you attended. If a special song was playing during your memory you could pick up that song for them. The important thing about wrapping up a memory is that it will get your partner thinking about the wonderful times the two of you have together.

Attention, Attention we all crave attention.

Most of us are very different at heart and soul but the one thing we all need is attention. You might say that you don't need any or that you don't crave the spotlight. That however, is not what attention is about. Sure some people like to be the center of attention while others like a little one on one attention. When someone wants to be alone that is being attentive to yourself. So no matter what your state of attention desires are we all need some. Romance is a wonderful aid to help give people attention. Think about it do you like to receive flowers from your lover? What about when you see them after an extended trip or time apart, how do you desire their attention. We all have the urge to be wanted or important and receiving another persons attention validates that urge. Think about all the wonderful feelings in your life that you have experienced. How many of them have come because of someone giving you attention. The day you got married, the birth of your child, your first kiss, the list can go on forever, the point however is that we need attention in what ever state we enjoy. Maybe you get it while your partner massages your neck or when they wear something sexy for you to be seduced by. It all feels good and is part of a healthy and happy relationship. Keep giving attention to the person you love and you should get some in return.

Want to learn about female sexuality, then learn from the Queen

Deborah Sundahl is on of the pioneers in female sexuality. She has authored many books on the subject and is world wide renown for her work. A good deal of her works focuses on female ejaculation, her book "Female Ejaculation and the G Spot" is a great read for anyone interested in the subject. Her open demeanor and candid explanations are just what you need to break through and really find out about female sexuality. She also has produced several videos on the subject and has workshops around the country for those more interested. After reading "Female Ejaculation and the G Spot" my curiosity was peaked. I wanted to learn as much as I could about what I thought was a myth. My findings proved me wrong and I now believe in female ejaculation, I have not experienced it yet but I am currently working towards that goal. Go to the Amazon side bar and click on it to go to Amazon front page and purchase this book I am sure you will be glad you did.

Survey Results - Number of Drinks on Date

Our Survey results for how many drinks are acceptable on a date are in. Your report shows that Romantic Antics viewers are in better control them most other people when it come to drinking and dating. There was no question as to the fact that drinking should be kept to a minimum on a date. Here are the percentages.

82% Said you should only have 1-2 drinks on a date.

18% Said you should not even drink on a date.

0% suggested more then 3 drinks on a date.

Way to go Romantic Antics Viewers you are definitely ahead of the curve on this one.

Hands to the Face Kiss!

Kissing is such a great thing and their are several things that can make a kiss better. Putting your hands on the person you are kissing's face adds a certain amount of intimacy to the kiss. By holding their face in your hands while you kiss them you are telling them that you are very passionate about them. You are also telling them that you want more of them and that you are there to protect them. Plus it is just damn sexy. It also buys you time to make the kiss last longer and draws the person you are going to kiss, attention to you. It also adds the a different feeling to the kiss as it is not your normal off to work kiss. It is passionate, and leaves a lasting impression. Use this when you need to tell someone how much you care about them, I promise you will get your point across.

Investing in your relationship.

Are you currently in a new relationship or one that has just bloomed. Well at some point and time you need to decide on investing in your relationship. This may sound a little strange and you might think that by just being in a relationship you are investing in it. This is a true statement but when you need to see if your relationship is ready for the two of you to begin being a single unit or a true couple you need to invest in something as a test to see what your future holds. Yes I am talking about a material thing that the two of you purchase together. Maybe it is a television or a piece of furniture. Doesn't matter what it is as long as both of you can use it. The item will stay at the place you most often are at if you don't live together. The fact that you both put money towards this item is a test to your relationship. It says we both feel that we are going to be together for a long time and buying things together makes sense. A house is a big step and on that should be saved for once you have been together longer. Other things you can purchase together could include a vacation, appliances, a new bed, again anything that both of you will use it s a great idea. Once you get your first items purchased together you will quickly see if your relationship will handle being one unit. As a couple you both will take care of the item and will both be out if the item breaks. Believe me investing in this type of manner will quickly get you thinking about things like buying a house together, or even getting married. Investing in your relationship in this manner will break the ice and get you thinking more as a couple.

Leave a special book mark.

Does your partner love to read? If so there is a great idea that will help you tell them you love them as the read along in their favorite book. All you need is a little post it note and a pen. Write or draw a little love note on the post it note. When you partner is not looking slip the sticky note onto a page that they have not read yet. Imagine their feelings when they find the note as they are just reading along. I am sure it will make them smile and feel all warm inside. It doesn't have to be something long just a short note to tell them you are thinking about them will do. The picture is a perfect example.

Don't be to shy to open up to someone you love.

So many times we keep to ourselves and don't let anyone in. If you are doing this to the love of your life you are making a big mistake. The one person that you should be able to trust should be that person you want to spend the most time with. Now I am not saying open up totally to someone you just met, you have to get to know them first. When you have been in a relationship for a while you need to confide and trust them. Tell them the things you need to get off your chest or the things that haunt you. If you have fantasies you can share them with this person. This is the best place for judgement not to be passed. One thing I would suggest is if you are feeling a little indifferent on a subject talk it out with your partner. Tell them that you don't know why you feel this way and then explain the way you feel to them. You might not like going to your parents house or sitting at the back of the movie theater, things like this deserve an explanation. This way your partner doesn't keep asking you why or keep trying to get you to do something you don't want to or that freaks you out. You might be a little surprised that if you get these issues off your chest to your partner, how much stronger your relationship can become. For example if you were scared by clowns as a child and have a fear of them, your partner will know not to buy tickets to the circus, or if you have cousins that teased and hit you as a child, they will understand why you don't want to go to the family reunion that you got an invitation to. Bringing your partner into the light on things that upset you will help shed new light on your relationship.

Make someone feel special - Send them an ecard

Want to tell someone how you feel on the spur of the moment. Well then you need to check out http://www.hallmark.com/ and view their free ecard section. Yes some of their cards are totally free. You can choose from many different occasions or situations. Make your special persons day by sending them a ecard to their personal email address. You might just brighten their day a little. I know when I receive and ecard like this if lets me know that someone is thinking about me and that makes me feel great. Send them a quick love note or a special occasion greeting such as birthday, arbor day, or even friendship day. Hallmark has a card for every thing you can think of so now you don't have any excuses, it doesn't cost anything, you can do it from home or work, and you can make some one's day. Ypou can also click on the title of this post to go to the hallmark store.

Ready to move your relationship on to the next level.

Okay your relationship to this point has be great, you enjoy your partner, you have got to have sex. Now however you want to know a little more, you want to see if you can move your relationship to a more deeper level or area. Maybe your a little nervous about trying to move things into the next level but their is no better time then the present. Here is what you do very secretly go out to your local sex toy shop and purchase an item to be used on or by your partner. Get items like vibrators, or a G spot stimulator for a woman for a guy in your life purchase a masturbation sleeve or a cock ring. You can get a butt plug for either person. Now take your item home and wrap it up put a note inside that says simply "Want Play". Leave it for you lover to find sometime when you are not home. Now comes the hard part, do not say a word about the present let them bring it up and tell you their feelings about it. If a couple of weeks go by and they don't say a word about it then you can mention it and see their reaction.

By doing this you tell them you are interested in using these type of items with them and it give them a chance to tell you how they feel about these items. Maybe they were just waiting for someone to break the ice.

Don't pass up other peoples parties.

A good way to see how well you and your partner will interact with others is to venture out to a party you have been invited to. It is easy to skip these parties and I will be the first one to tell you being trapped at a boring party is not very much fun. First thing to do is give your and your partner a way out, tell the host or hostess you can only stay for an hour, then if the party is lame you are only there for an hour, on the other hand you can stay longer if you both are having a good time. Always respect your partner if they want to leave. Never ignore a request that your partner is not having a good time. Drinking is fine at these parties as long as one of you is sober enough to drive. As I mentioned earlier this will help tell you how well the two of you are as a couple it tests all the things you might have trouble with later on in your relationship. If you can make it through a friends party and still find the enjoy each others company more then the other people at the party you are well on your way to building a solid relationship. However if you find that you can't find happy ground at the party or your partner is snubbing you for the cute little lady in the corner you have now seen the red flag. Sure these parties might not be the most fun you have ever had but they will show you a thing or two about your partner.

Tought times make romance even more important.

Right now most people are in the same boat. We are all having to really nit pick what we spend our money on. With this most of the romantic things we use to spend money on are falling to the way side until better times return. For the romantic at heart this is a real bummer, however if you are creative you can still bring the romance home in other forms. Maybe you can't afford a big fancy dinner out, but maybe you can make a nice meal at home for your partner and you to enjoy. A huge bunch of flowers might be just a little too much, but a nice single rose still says "I Love You" For every romantic thing you use to do you can find a less expensive version. Going out for drinks can be replaced with buying some booze for home and inviting friends over to play board games. Spending the night snuggling on the couch watching movies under a blanket with microwave popcorn can replace going to the megaplex and paying $10 a piece to see the same movie. I hope you see where I am headed with all this. You don't have to stop being romantic you just have to find less expensive ways to do the same things. However some to the best things are and will always be free. Long talks, hand in hand walks, and making love all night are still high on the romantic list and to my knowledge have never cost anything.

Need input for a dating book

Currently I am working on a book that covers the ins and outs of dating. I would love to hear from my viewers as to what things or places would be great ideas to do on a first date. I am anxious to hear about all your ideas as you feed my interests. I can think of all the things I feel are great ideas but I want to branch out and make sure I hit all areas of the spectrum. On the other hand I would love to hear places that you think would be the worst places for a date. Tell me the most idiotic places that a date has taken you to or the worst restaurants. I will be listening carefully for your replies.

Journal great events in your relationship

Journaling is a great way to remember and sort things out. Why not do this in our relationship also? You can call it a diary but for the men we will call it a journal. Jot down short notes to make you remember things as the happen in your relationship. This such as the first kiss, or experiencing something for the first time are great suggestions. You partner will be amazed when down the road you can remember things about the early part of your relationship. With each entry make sure to include the date and anything that would stand out to you. You can also include things like what both of you were wearing or if your partner looked especially nice on this evening. Write down things that make you love your partner even more, like if they help an old woman cross the street, or just playing with the kids. Then when you partner asks you "Why do you love me" you have plenty of ammo to fire at them. Unfortunately some times we forget little things that mean so much, but with journaling these memories are just a page turn away.

Debate.

Some of the greatest and most passionate conversations I have ever had during my relationships is when the two of us have debated an issue. I love trying to get my point acrossed to the my partner and I enjoy listening to their side. Debates are fun because they are a controlled argument. You may not agree with the other persons view but you don't get upset with them. Some great topics to discuss are the economy, health, spirituality, and sex. They allow you to express yourself and talk in a manner of calmness. Here is what I like to do crack open a bottle of wine and just sit on the deck or porch and talk til the wee hours of the morning. I love it because I get to experience someone else's point of view and sometime that special lady in my life has swayed me to her side. It is a form of education if you will and all you have to do is look on the Internet for something to debate about. Give it a try tonight I believe it can bring you closer together as a couple and gives your partner a little more insight into you.