I am very lucky to have been with my husband for almost 20 years. We have a stable, loving, and intimate relationship. We work together, raise our children together, vacation together, go to church together – the list can go on. Our lives are really just one life and I am very grateful for that.
The challenge in being in a committed relationship for decades lies in keeping things romantic and interesting. It’s hard to be unpredictable when someone knows you so well. However, it’s worth the effort because changing something about yourself – your reactions, your activities, your physical appearance, your habits – can break the stupor of routine and make you both sit up and notice not just the change, but all the things you’ve stopped noticing.
Because making big changes is so difficult, it’s a comfort to know that you can shake up your romantic life with small adjustments. Here are some ideas: