When Romance start to slip
It is Not normal for romance to slip with the passage of time, as is generally believed. Romance can not only continue but could become more intense with the passage of time. The only thing that changes with passage of time is the shape of ''romance''.
Understand that it is normal for partners to pull back temporarily from the relationship. People are emotional. Emotional difficulties are part of life. Learn and support your partner's personal transition and needs. What used to make him/her romantic at the age of 25 might not take him/her romantic at the age of 40.
Accept the responsibility of keeping and building romance in your relationship. Don't test your partner...
No one is complete. People have qualities as well as shortcomings. Concentrate on the qualities of your partner.
If you need love, stop asking for love, instead start giving love and you will start receiving it automatically.
Learn to ignore small, petty things. Leave many negative things un-said everyday.
Every day do something special for your partner and don't except anything.
Plan quality time together. Take at least one meal together. Plan weekly dates with your partner.
Develop common interest and become involved in the life of your partner. As you become older, romance (physical relationship) will diminish. At that time, romance will sustain only if there was some thing else you have to share with your partner, Some common interests, hobbies, or vision.
Plan an activity you both enjoy and commit one hour daily for it..
Help your partner, in his/her work..
No matter what happens, be respectful to your partner. Never shout at, criticize, ridicule, or embarrass your partner.
Never underestimate the power of kisses and hugs, no matter how old you are..
Invest time in learning and growing together in each of your dimensions, physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually..
Watch BBC, read newspaper, magazine, books and share the information with your partner..
''When a man loves his brother he
should tell him that he loves him''..
Remember with the age, the influence of other relationships/people diminish. Even friends, parents, elders, die. At this time, Spouse must be able to cover the emotional gap created by the death of these elderly and loving figures. Learn and fulfill these personal needs of your partner.
You become older when you think so. Age has nothing much to do with being romantic. Take care of yourself. Keep your Physical attraction intact for your partner. Have not you seen in movies, where you find 80 years old couple holding each other's hands in public places? Why is it difficult for you?
Never grow too old for tickling, teasing, humor and fun. These things keep the relationship colorful. Your partner's ability to be romantic as well as his/ her sexuality is also to a large extent, in your hands.
Commit sometime weekly to talk about your youth and your old age with your partner....
