20 things to do with your significant other

They say good things never last.
But I beg to differ.
Good things last as long as we want them to if we put in our efforts to keep it that way.
My husband and I have been together for 11 years (married for 3).
And let me tell you first off, it's definitely not always cupcakes and rainbows (thanks for the punch line Poppy!)
But I can also honestly say, every battle and obstacle we have overcome has made us stronger and more understanding of each other.
One of the most important parts of keeping a long last relationship healthy, is investing your time into the other person, no matter how hard and crazy life gets.
Here are some simple things my husband and I will work in to our busy lives to keep the spark going, to stay close to each other and to relay our importance to one another.

1. Write each other love letters
2. Go out to eat at your favorite restaurant, or maybe one you both have never been to
3. Watch a movie, lounge on the couch and eat popcorn (even if it's late on a work night, and you both end up falling asleep!)
4. Tell them you appreciate them as often as possible
5. Cook a meal together
6. Lay on a blanket together under the stars (this is great whether you're talking, or just enjoying their silent presence)
7. Tackle a home project together on the weekend
8. Reminisce on old memories and photos
9. Take a nap together
10. Do a chore you know the other one always does
11. Support and encourage them to chase a dream
12. Give them thoughtful gifts for their birthday and holidays (doesn't have to be expensive, thoughtful and diy all the way!)
13. Go on a group date with friends
14. Play a board game
15. Make a goal, any goal, one that you have to meet together
16. Exercise or go for a walk together
17. Text or call them during your work day, just to tell them you're thinking of them
18. Be there for each other, and listen to each other, when either of you need to vent
19. Go on a road trip or day drive
20. Kiss, hug and touch each other whenever you're together. Physical contact is a very important part of a deep connection.