Think what a boring TV series that would be!

I bet if most women admit it, their sex lives are pretty ho-hum if they’ve lived with someone for more than a couple years.

How do you bring back the passion that was there when you first met, when every day seemed as full of energy and excitement as a major city? What do you do when now it’s about as bland as the cookie cutter houses that fill every subdivision in America? And if you managed to keep that love alive, what are your secrets for success?

Two of the best ideas I’ve come across are to exercise regularly (I know I always feel GREAT afterwards, mentally and physically–it just gives you a whole new lease on life) and to make a concerted effort to cuddle–it’s such a simple thing but most couples forget to do it once you get caught up in the humdrum and familiarity of daily life.

Try them both and tell me what happens!

Well, who isn’t?

Like most people I know, lately we’ve just been trying to get through all the chores and challenges of every day–working, paying bills, changing diapers, shopping for groceries, trying to keep the house clean and clutter-free, making dinner, making time for friends and family, etc.

So just now I did a quick google search for some inspiration and came up with a few tips for better relationships we can all try right away. Here are four to start with. Pick one or try them all over the next few days and let me know what happens.

1. Never assume.
2. Compliment more than you criticize.
3. For each time you vent about your husband/wife to your friends, tell three positive stories.
4. Remember it’s ok to do things differently (there’s more than one way to peel a potato or fold the laundry).