Romance is not dead, and if it is dead in your relationship, perhaps you ought to be pointing the finger at yourself. When was the last time you went out of your way to show your partner how amazing and special this person is to you [1]? Romance is not just for thespians and writers. Anyone can find a little romance [2] if he or she just makes a point to think a little harder on ways to make that special someone swoon!

Take notes on little things you love about your partner and compile them in a book . . .

Find a tree and carve those initials . . . old-school style. So sweet!

A quiet outdoor tea or coffee time . . . sans tech.

Ask for a walk in the woods . . . don't take no for an answer.

Remember mix tapes? Even if you don't, make a collection of romantic songs for your favorite love.

An unexpected boat ride with just the water . . . the sun . . . the two of you

Show your partner you love him or her more than the moon and stars with some old-fashioned star gazing. It's romantic and free!

Ask your love to meet you at the swings and bring flowers.

Make a shared journal in which you two can say hello and good night . . . no matter how often you see each other.

The evening's plans? A private dance lesson.

Give your love the address of where to meet you, at a hotel room. Wake up refreshed and more in love than ever.

An invitation to watch the sunset or sunrise, it never gets old.