How can I keep romance alive?

It's not just about lingerie and love notes, experts say. Remind your spouse that you think he or she is worth the time and energy that you devoted at the beginning of the relationship by not taking your spouse for granted. This could mean taking care with your appearance or taking time to surprise your spouse with a favorite dessert. Call to say, "I love you." Do simple favors, like picking up the kids.

Keep YOU alive!  If we allow ourselves to become deadened, our thirst for a life of love and romance will wane, if not disappear!  Be the best "YOU", you can be.  It takes more than physical health.  Our emotional and spiritual sides need to be nurtured and attended to also. 

What is your passion?  What makes you feel like a kid again?  What makes you smile or laugh?  Be sure to take the time to bring those things into your life and keep them there.  Develop a healthy way to handle stress and to accept adversity as a tool for learning.

Candles, rose petals and beautiful music certainly help.  But, they won't take the place of a healthy self-esteem that is open to not only giving, but receiving love!