Remember at the beginning of your relationship how you would go out of your way to make your partner extra happy? Make these efforts again! It'll surprise your partner and be a reminder about how much you love them.

• It doesn't have to be an everyday thing, but everyone deserves a little "above and beyond" treatment!

Do you make your partner happy? How?

You often think to yourself how grateful you are that your partner did something for you, and it's important to let your partner know of your gratitude, too.

• You can do this through better communication and positive actions. Many times a simple, "Thank you for..." statement will let him know how much you appreciate his efforts.

How do you show your gratitude?

Sometimes your partner is the only one who will allow you to be blunt and abrupt. It's important to vent, but remember to act considerate around your partner as much as you can.

How considerate are you?

Everyone is busy, but you need to make the extra effort to have alone time together. It's still important to make dates with each other and do things you've never done before.

How much time do you spend alone together? What do you do? What more can you do?

There are certainly ways to show your affection for your partner beyond bedroom activities. Show your love for each other with gentle touches and hugs. Snuggle together on the couch and just enjoy the closeness.

How do you show affection?

Everyone has his or her own definition of adventure. You and your partner may even find different things adventurous. Do some of these activities together. Engaging in exhilarating activities can certainly ignite the passion.

• Avoid confusing steadfastness with stubbornness. It's important to realize when it's time to make some changes.

Are you adventurous? What'll ya do?

On the other side of the coin, it's a good idea to spend time away from your partner as well. Everyone needs space at times. Also, time apart can build up the anticipation for some of the things you may have planned with your partner.

Do you get some alone time?

Keep an open conversation with your partner about your future plans. Things may not always go according to plan, but it's good to talk about your dreams and goals.

• While it's fun to discuss what things were like at the beginning of your relationship, it's also enjoyable to discuss where you think things are going.

What are your goals?

Surprise your partner with a gift. It doesn't have to be something expensive; in fact, you could even make it yourself. Just explore some thoughtful ideas that will let your partner know that you care about them.

Got a gift in mind?