10/26/2021
WORDS OF AFFIRMATION: “I like to write love notes or express my appreciation on index cards at night—taping them to the mirror (and in his truck) so when he wakes up he finds them when he leaves for work. It makes for a better day!” —Amanda
ACTS OF SERVICE: “My boyfriend bends to help me put my shoes on whenever I take them off when we’re together and it’s time to go. I have never asked for this, but it feels so beautiful that he does it. It brings back wonderful childhood feelings.” —Maryamu
RECEIVING GIFTS: “There is a particular flower vendor in a city near our home. On occasion, when my husband happens to be in the area, he will stop and buy me colored roses. He knows I'd rather have a dozen colored roses that last 3 days than two dozen red roses that last 2 weeks.” —Janice
QUALITY TIME: “My younger sister and I would go on frequent walks in a big field on our property on nice evenings. Then we’d sit in the grass and talk to each other, tease each other, and have fun together like sisters do. It was a really good way to spend quality time together and make good memories.” —Lizzie
PHYSICAL TOUCH: “In a long distance relationship it’s often difficult to provide physical touch. So I tried to be creative with my partner. I purchased and sent him a gift-wrapped weighted blanket to wrap up in to feel like I’m cuddling him. Also, inside the box was a gift card to a massage I had already scheduled. He just needed to show up. We’ve made it a ritual until we get to see each other.” —Toni