Making it easier to be apart.

There are times in our relationships when we have to be apart for extended periods of time. These are not easy on our relationships. It is important to express you love before you leave for this time apart. Think of it as making up in advance for lost time. You have to look at it as trying to fit part of your relationship that you are going to miss into the time frame before you leave. For example if you normally have a date night every Friday night then you need to try to slip in two date nights the week before you leave. Same goes for sex you need to put a little extra effort into your intimacy before you leave. This makes the leaving easier on the partner staying home because it shows that you are going to miss the time together, also. Then the same thing goes for when you get back, which always seems a little easier. Your relationship shouldn't have to suffer because you have to be gone. Doing it right can build your relationship stronger. Being apart allows you to have some alone time and it also can build desire as you anticipate the return home. Use the time apart as a building exercise instead of a absence.

Get up early

We all claim that there is not enough time in the day to get things done and have time for our relationships. Well you can help that out by getting up a little earlier on the weekend days. Sneak out of bed early and start getting things done so that you will have time later for your partner. Laundry, dishes, and cleaning can get done at anytime of the day so why not make it in the morning and get them out of the way. Nothing says you care more then going out of your way to make more time for you partner. Love is the most important thing to make time for, that is a wonderful rule to follow.

Invite the family over.

Want to make a splash with your partner then invite their family over. Plan a big get together with food and excitement. If you think his/her family would participate then get some games to play together. If games won't do it then you might think about planning the get together to watch the big football game or the latest movie out you can rent. Have lots of fingers foods to munch on and plenty of pop and tea. If you are going to serve alcohol then make sure you are ready to make sure the drinkers are not driving and to let anyone know when they have had to much. Alcohol can loosen up the party but it can also cause problems. I would suggest leaving the alcohol out until you find our more about the family. Set a time for the party to be over so that everyone knows when it is time to go. Don't leave it open or you might be having a crazy brother that won't leave. This family invite over will score you big points with your partner and help you to get to know his/her family better.

Stormy Nights are great for talking and cuddling.

When you crawl into bed and notice the flashing of light that lights up your room. Followed by the huge boom of thunder that startles your soul. These makes for a great night to snuggle up your you partner and watch the light show that comes in through that window. The rhythmic sound of the rain tickling your roof. The sporadic fireworks and sound show make a wonderful back drop for some great up late talking. Sit up in bed and touch each other as you discuss things like how storms made you feel when you were little. You can even act like little kids by counting after the lighting strikes and continuing until the thunder booms to see how far away the heart of the storm could be. Hide under the covers and do a little more of the teenage stuff like making out. Storm like this also offer a great sexual mood enhancement and you might find that when the lightning starts so does your libido. Enjoy the storm and all the memories it can create for you.

Make a fun drink on a hot day.

The weather is hot right now here where we live. This makes it hard to stay cool let alone want to snuggle down. The two of you can beat the heat a little by making a fun drink using ice cubes and whatever fruit you like. Just grab a blender and take turns picking fruits to put in the blender as some ice and blend away. This will make you a fruit slushy that is sure to cool you down a little bit. Make silly combinations like blueberries and bananas, or strawberries and peaches. It doesn't matter what you put in the drink as long as it is cool it will quench your thirst and help relax you. Check out the store for some crazy fruits to try like papaya or starfruit. Heck if you have the time try out several different combinations. If you of legal drinking age you could even add a little rum to make it a little more festive. What ever you choose I am sure it will help keep you cool on these dog days of summer.

The good morning kiss

So often in our rush to get up for work and get ready we miss on of the most special times of the day. The good morning kiss, is an action that can turn the day around right from the start. It is not a passionate kiss but a little peck on the lips or check. The good morning kiss, gives us the feeling of love right from the start of the day. When we feel loved, we are more confident and passionate about everything we do. Now the next time the alarm wakes you to confront your day, make sure to lean over and kiss the person that brings love into your life. Not only will it start your day of by doing something nice but it might just make your partners day a great one.

Replace something that is not healthy.

Today is a great day to replace something that is not healthy with something that is. For example instead of buying that sugary kids cereal try replacing it with a healthy alternative. You could take a morning stroll instead of sitting watching sports highlights. You could even get up 10 minutes earlier to do some sit up or push ups. Once your partner starts seeing you take steps to improving your lifestyle or health then they will follow suit. Together you can accomplish more with support and encouragement. Use the buddy (partner) system to accomplish things like exercise, shopping, and cooking. You will soon find that not only your health is improving but you relationship will starting to improve, also.