When you’ve been together with someone for a while it’s important that you continue to let him or her know how you feel about him or her, otherwise the passion in the relationship may dwindle to the point where you forget why you are together. There are literally thousands of ways to let your partner know that you love them, many that involve little or no financial outlay.

1. Vouch for Me

   Create a checkbook that your partner can use at their discretion. All you need is a few pieces of paper, a pen and some ribbon or string to put it together. Think about all the things your partner loves to do, some of which you may not be so willing to accommodate, and create a voucher for them to use. For example you could create a voucher for a massage, to have a bath run for them, breakfast in bed, an evening walk together or a meal cooked for them. All you need to do then is write the voucher and tied them all together.

2. Lunch for Two

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   Take your partner on a picnic lunch. A picnic can be held any time of the year regardless of the conditions outside. When the weather is too hot or cold, make yourself an indoor picnic. There is no reason why you cannot bring the outside in, especially if you have potted plants or shrubs. There is nothing wrong with having a picnic in the air conditioning or in front of the fireplace.

3. Climb Every Mountain

   Watching the sunset together can be a very romantic activity to share. Find a place that is away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, somewhere away from the crowds and spend some time together just watching life go by. Ensure that you get to your destination well before sunset and take a small snack and a chilled bottle of wine. As the sun is setting is the perfect time to toast each other and the life that you have managed to share. It can also be the ideal time to talk to each other about future goals you want to reach together.

4. Surprise

   Spend a little bit of time to organize a surprise get together with your loved ones friends and family. Everyone likes to spend time with those close to them (family and friends) and you organizing an informal evening together will show your partner that you love them but also that you love them enough to bring their family and friends together. Too often friends and family are the cause of relationship problems. You embracing these people will show your partner just how much you love them.

5. Noted

   Reading nice things about you is always a good experience. Get yourself a packet of sticky notes and write a short message for your partner for every alternate day of the week. It could be related to something you love about your partner, it could be just an I love you message, a special wish for the day or some other special thought. Try not to make the messages to vague or similar for each day. Do this for at least half the month (not all together). This will be a constant reminder of your love for your partner.

Saying I Love You does not have to mean planning an activity for three quarters of the year and doing nothing in the mean time. Often it is the little things that make all the difference. These little reminders can be thought of and completed quickly and with a minimum of fuss, but they have huge impacts. Sometimes it just takes a little imagination to turn the mundane into the romantic.