Just doing this once or twice a month can really show your boyfriend that you care. You don’t have to overdo it.

Make sure you know what music he listens to, what music he already owns, and what he likes before you go and do this.

This book will make him see how far you’ve come in your relationship, and will make him appreciate you even more.

This fake Valentine’s Day will be extra fun because you both will feel like you’re in on a joke.

Blow soap bubbles Bake cookies Make macaroni and cheese Watch fireworks Eat cotton candy at a baseball game Go to a water park Make S’mores

Not only will you have fun doing this, but you’ll be developing even more affection for one another.

An affectionate email can be just as romantic as a love note. Just punch holes in the emails and bind them together with thick colorful string and hand ’em over.

Does he love hiking or camping? Get him the latest camping or hiking gear, something he’s been wanting for a while. Does he love fine ales or wines? Get him a subscription to a beer or wine of the month club. Is he a video game junkie? Get him a new game that’s all the rage, or update his gaming equipment. Is he a concert fanatic? Find out when his favorite band is coming to town before he does and get him some tickets.

You can write your note on a post-it and put it on his mirror, put the note it in his lunch bag, school bag, or work bag, or leave the note on his windshield. Part of the romance will come from the surprise.

Does your boyfriend love baseball? Take a trip to the batting cages together. Is it snowing just a little bit? You’re never too old to go ice skating. If you both want to hang out but don’t feel like going anywhere, cook your favorite meal together. Spend a day out on the beach or near a lake. Being near or in a body of water will make you feel more romantic. Think of the thing your boyfriend has always talked about doing. Make it happen.

If he’s having a really busy day, make him lunch or pick it up for him. Step out in the morning to bring him back some coffee and muffins if you know he doesn’t have anything to eat for breakfast. If you’re going to the store anyway, pick him up the few items he needs so you can save him the trip. If he tends to be forgetful and has a big deadline coming up, remind him when it is to show him that you’re paying attention.

Ask him questions about these things, and see if you can come along as he explores his interests if they intrigue you. Now that’s romantic.

Making that physical connection whenever it feels right is very romantic.

Compliments are best delivered in person, but you can also always tell him how you feel in a love note, email, or phone call.

You don’t have to talk on the phone every single day, if you’re both busy and feel like you’re just doing it to check an item off your list. But you should check in at least once a day when you’re apart, whether it’s by calling, texting, or emailing him. Text him to let him know you’re thinking of him. If you both have video phones or Skype, make a video date or two each week, so you can still see each other and remember how much you love being together.

Kissing is the most basic way to let your boyfriend know how much you care.

You can be even more spontaneous than that. If he does something that strikes you as amazing, just tell him what it is.

For a longer and more intimate massage, have him lie on his stomach for you.

Don’t stop telling each other how much you mean to each other. Keep up your weekly “date nights,” and make sure you leave the house for most of them. Make sure you try something new together at least once a month, whether it’s a new restaurant or a new sport. Be spontaneous. Go on a random weekend trip you planned the night before; sign up for a salsa class at the last minute. [3] X Research source

Caring for your appearance will keep you from getting complacent in your relationship and will make you and your boyfriend feel more romantic. You can even make a point of dressing up extra nicely for your date nights, even if you’re not going anywhere that fancy.

If you and your boyfriend live together, this is especially important. If the room is only used for sleep and sex, you will both feel more romantic.

Just going out with your girlfriends without your boyfriend every week or two will give you a new appreciation of how much you love him. Don’t be clingy or needy. Let your boyfriend go out and do his own thing now and again and he’ll love you – and feel romantic – even more.

A couple that works out together stays together. And stays in shape. [4] X Research source Raising your adrenaline will also put you in a better mood, and will make you more fond of the person you’re with.