There are a lot of ways to define romance, but those that refer to feelings of excitement associated with love are the best. This excitement is either very playful or intense. If you’re a “natural” at romance, you have the ability to keep your relationship going strong for a long time to come. If not, it can become second nature with some practice.

1.) Centuries ago, the love letter and poetry of love were an art form. They’re not in fashion now, but old fashioned and romance seem to equate. Get a book of love poetry, choose a poem and change it so that she’ll think that you wrote it.

Place it inside of a box of pricey chocolates and gift wrap it.

2.) Go and do something completely unexpected. Women like to be surprised. The thing about surprises is that you are going to do something that you normally wouldn’t do.

It may mean leaving your comfort zone some. If you are the stay-at-home type then spend the night (or weekend) on a well thought out romantic excursion. Planning in advance is important because no plan means that you will just fall back on old routines and habits.

Doing the same old routine is not the definition of a surprise. There’s nothing less romantic than asking her: “Well? what do you want to do now?”

If you’re the pragmatic, unromantic type, this can be especially hard to do. However, you have a major advantage over the more practiced romantics: any romantic gesture coming from you will be huge to her since it’s the least likely thing that she’s expecting from you. The element of surprise is in your court.

3.) If she’s had a very stressful work week, then rise early on Saturday morning and prepare her favorite breakfast. Bring it to her on a fancy tray for breakfast in bed. Depending on how stressed out she is, you might permit her some quiet time reading a favorite magazine or book.

4.) An open fireplace has great potential for a romantic evening particularly in the wintertime. Things like a crackling fire along with champagne, some wine, a comfy love seat, and dimmed lights all create the perfect atmosphere for romance. This is especially effective if you’re at a getaway such as a skiing lodge, rustic cabin, or an elegant hotel.

5.) When it comes to the romantic gesture, you don’t always have to hit a home run. Grand and noble gestures are effective but can be hard to keep up every day. This is where lots of small gestures come into play.

Women value both the small gestures and the big ones about the same. So keep up with the compliments, kisses, hugs, touching and acts of appreciation.

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