In the past, I’ve talked about all of the different ways to say “I love you.” It’s one of the most important things in a relationship — anyone can simply say the words “I love you,” but it’s when someone goes out of their way to actually make you feel loved that you get that warm-and-fuzzy feeling. For example, I once brought up how whenever I take a nap, I can feel Donnie putting a blanket over me — it instantly brings a smile to my face and gives me a sense of peace. It doesn’t matter how simple something might seem to be, it’s guaranteed to make you feel loved when the thought and effort are there.
Here are a couple of simple ways to show your love:
• Flirt with your partner. Flirting is fun and used to give us those exciting butterflies, so why not do it on a regular basis, no matter how long you’ve been together?
• Cut your partner some slack. We all have bad days and we all make mistakes. Being understanding and compassionate can go a long way.
• Always show up when it counts. When someone is upset or needs to vent, giving him or her your full, undivided attention shows that you really do care and want to help.
• Send a midday text or email just letting them know you’re thinking about them.
• Compromise, compromise, compromise — it’s your best friend. Everyone wins when you compromise.
• Know when to give your special someone space. If your partner is in a place where nothing you say can help, just give them a little “me time” and let them know you’re there when they feel like talking.
I’d also love to hear your unique ways of showing your love!
Whenever did you make a bubble bath for the other
To enjoy and you to watch
Them in it
I am glad you found your true love . Hope y’all have one child together that would be a beautiful baby . Just have a question I am a disable mom of 4 3 here on earth and 1 in heaven she was killed in a car wreck were I lost my teeth. How do you have such beautiful teeth and are so beautiful.
Cook a favorite for your loved one. Surprise them.
I know you guys are super busy, and enjoy your show. I’m happy you found each other, Donny is a tough cookie, but, he will always have your back.
How is Chicago ??
Thank you for the great tips! To show and give Love is important ?
Write a love message on the bathroom mirror …ladies can use the lipstick u never wear and guys just use soap…
What a great way to start your lovers day 🙂
How about when the effort is one sided!with reading all the comments I can only imagine what this would feel like,to be appreciated and loved…..
One of my favorites is when we text each other the lyrics or just the chores of a song that makes us think of each other (just randomly through out the day).
I also love that we pick up something little like each other’s favorite candy or drink. To me that means more than a whole bouquet of roses on a special occasion.
In the first few months of living with each other, my now husband had a really shitty day at work, (police officer working nights). I decided that I would write a note to him on some post it notes. Each note only had a few words on it then I put numbers on the bottom. He would have to find all the notes in order to read the message. I put them in places throughout the house, some were easy to find and others were not. 16 in total….every time he found a note he giggled like a schoolgirl. The notes were a way to extend his happiness even when I wasn’t there. I said all that so I could say this, post it notes are kind of our thing and we are still writing notes to each other 8 years later. Whenever we are departing each other we sneak a post it note into the other person’s bag so when they unpack they find a note. Unbenounced to each other we both keep all of our notes 🙂
In our house, I expect gifts to be practical. For instance, the lawnmower I got for mothers day a few years ago……. It may seem weird to some people but it was something I wanted so I could help out in the yard and get some exercise at the same time. One year for Valentines Day I got cabinets over our washer and dryer in the bathroom. I was SO happy because he took the time to do that with even with his crazy busy job and it was such a big help for organizing! For him things like starting his truck in the morning so its warm when he leaves (in Vermont, on a day where the high is 10, this is a big deal :)) or just having the woodstove going after I get home from work, it all adds up. It truly is the thought that counts. (although I must say once in awhile.. chocolate doesn’t hurt…)
Haujllleah! I needed this-you’re my savior.