Kindling the flame: 3 tips to create your perfect romance by blogger Jasmine

Kindling the flame: 3 tips to create your perfect romance

I may not have been on this earth for a long time, but I know a thing or two about romance. Whether it be from watching “Full House” re-runs or observing the love shared between my sister and her fiancée, romance comes in a variety of forms.

Tip #1: No, it’s not always about sex.

It’s so common to believe that sex is the end-all be-all in order to make a relationship more romantic. That’s why we see hundreds of thousands of articles about “The Top 10 Tricks to Spice Up Your Sex Life” and “So-and-So’s Tips for Amazing Sex.” For some people, sex is an important part of a relationship. Others believe there are other ways to create an intimate bond. Romance doesn’t equate to sex; it equates to a mutual understanding of what is desired as an outcome.

Tip #2: Netflix and snack.

I don’t know about anyone else, but snacking is, and will always be, a lifetime hobby of mine. I’m lucky enough to have someone in my life who feels the same. One of the most romantic moments we’ve shared is sitting in front of a funny movie or TV show and snacking on Dorito’s while drinking some beer or wine. We find romance in the little things that make us content with life.

Tip #3: Show me what ya workin’ with!

Dancing used to be my number 1 passion growing up, and I still love to dance today, whether I’m in the car, the club, or by myself in my bedroom. Though my boyfriend and I don’t often go out for a “night on the town” with wining, dining, and dancing, we find the romance in something much simpler. We can be out in the rain, slow dancing in the grass, but still feel like no one is watching us. Or, we’ll be at a bar copying each other’s dance moves, popping and locking until we’re out of breath.

Remember that romance comes naturally in a relationship. Sure, there are ways to make it more interesting, but it feels a lot better unforced. Intimacy comes in many forms.