In a recent survey of 555 GetRomantic.com visitors we asked: Which romantic gesture do you prefer? A whopping 46% said "cuddling". In honor of our affectionate readership, we've composed a list of 9 ways you can be affectionate towards your partner. 9 Ways to Be Affectionate Towards Your Partner While your love is cooking or washing the dishes, walk up behind him or her, and wrap your arms around their waist. Nuzzle your face into their neck and tell them how much you love them. If you're lucky they will turn around to give you a kiss. :) When walking ... Read More ...

Most of us know all about random acts of kindness, and have probably done a few during our lifetime. Maybe you gave someone the extra change they needed at the convenience store, or maybe you let a tired mother ahead of you in line at the grocery store. Random acts of kindness make others feel good, and that - in turn - makes us feel good. Random Acts of Affection work in the same way, its going to be win-win. A Random Act of Affection is just that, being affectionate towards your partner for no reason and at completely spontaneous ... Read More ...

When people take trips to other countries, they typically bring back some items that will remind them of their visit. One of our most romantic possessions comes from such a trip. When Athena and I were traveling in Guatemala a few years ago we spent a couple hours in the local crafts market. We aren't much into "things" that simply gather dust on a bookshelf. If we ever buy items on our trips, it is usually something that is more practical in nature, not just something to stare at. There is was, a brightly colored, hand woven hammock. It was ... Read More ...