Ignite the Flame - Pack It Up

Sometimes you just can't get away for a romantic weekend. Do you both love the outdoors with crisp air, warm fires, gooey S'mores and starry nights? If leaving town is not an option right now, think about pitching a tent in your own backyard. You can purchase a personal fire pit for a reasonable price and have your own backyard camp out. The only rule is: leave your cell phones inside.

Ignite the Flame - Boy Shorts Honoring Your Boy

You can order some cute little boy shorts honoring your new hubby with I Love Tim or Mrs. Smith. He'll love that you thought of him and he'll surely love seeing you in them.

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* Custom Glam Girl has tons of fun stuff to personalize: t-shirts, robes, bathing suits, tanks, bags, towels, hats, etc. Check it out!

Ignite the Flame - Take On His Responsibilities

This may not sound like a way to ignite the flame, but if you can take the time to mow the lawn for your sweetie, he will have more time and energy for you later. He'll be very appreciative of the fact that you took the time to take on his responsibility. You may come home to find a clean car or a romantic dinner soon.

One of the keys to a productive relationship is to always think of the other first.

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Ignite the Flame - Week End Unwind

Surprise your significant at the end of a long week with a warm bubble bath, their favorite libation and a relaxing massage. You'll be surprised at how grateful they are for this welcome home!

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Ignite the Flame - Dessert Menu

Give your husband tonight's dessert menu to choose from. The menu is actually full of spicy names you've created for a special outfit you'll wear each night that he gets to choose from the menu (Simple Strawberry Serenity, Divinely Delicious Delicacy, Luscious Licorice Layers...). You get the idea!

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Ignite the Flame - Tapas for Two

There are few things more romantic than sitting down with your favorite person (your spouse of course!) and enjoying a delicious meal for two. Tapas restaurants often allow for a more intimate feel while dining and you are able to sample several dishes of varying culinary delights. Since the dishes are generally small (perfect for two), you can take a chance and order something daring. What a great opportunity to spend a little romantic time together and enjoy a fabulous meal. Add to your evening by ordering a wine flight or a sumptuous dessert for two!

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Ignite the Flame - Dry Spell

Ok ladies. You all know what we are talking about: the dreaded dry spell. It’s late…I’m tired…I have a headache. We have all used some excuse to avoid the late night hanky panky session. Once in awhile is ok, but be aware of the frequency of your sheet wrestling. If you are averaging weekly sessions, you are doing just fine. However, if you are having a hard time remembering when the last time was-there may be a problem. We all know the real way to a man’s heart is NOT through his stomach!

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Ignite the Flame - Love Yourself

One of the best ways to fan the love fire between you and your beau is to be your best “you” possible. We all know that when we make time for ourselves and enjoy a little pampering along the way, we are much happier and feel more fulfilled (and much more likely to contribute to our husband’s happiness and fulfillment!). It can be difficult to balance married life with the routines and activities from your pre-wedded life. By staying true to yourself and nurturing that amazing woman on the inside, you will be giving your spouse the very best version of you possible.
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Ignite the Flame - 26 Reasons

Write 26 reasons to your lover of why you love him. Have each reason start with a letter of the alphabet...I love you because you...
A- Always kiss my good night
B- Believe in ever after
C- Cuddle me on a rainy night...

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Ignite the Flame - Dance the Night Away

Women love a man who can dance...so if you didn't take dance lessons for your first dance at your wedding...why not make it a Friday date followed by dinner! You just might find that waltzing brings out a fiery woman just as easily as swaying those hips to a latin beat.

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Ignite the Flame - Movie Night

Go to the local movie rental store and rent two movies... a total chick flick that has a sappy sweet ending, and then a shoot-em up bang-bang guy movie where things blow up for about 75% of the movie. Watch them together. He will love that you are willing to sit through the gore fest and you just might find that you like it :0) and what's better than you’re guy watching a love story with you. You may have to flip a coin to see whose movie goes in first.

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Ignite the Flame - Cards Are Key

Cards can mean more than flowers. It's not the grandeurs of the gift, it's the thought that counts. Fellas, pick up a card at the store on your way home and drop it in her purse the next morning, leave it on the bathroom counter, on her pillow or in her car. This small romantic gesture can gain you big recognition in her book and will come back to you. Photo courtesy of The Memory Journalists

Ignite the Flame - Sunrise Surprise

Why not wake up your sweety with his favorite breakfast meal? You can deliver his eggs, bacon, and coffee in a cute satin nighty with a sweet little note. Nothing will put a jump start in his day better than this special delivery. ;)Photo courtesy of The Memory Journalists

Ignite the Flame - Summertime

Now that the weather is heating up, why not spend some time outside with your honey. You don't have to leave the house to have a date night. Silence your phones, PDAs, pagers and shut off the TV. Relax in the backyard with this beautiful weather and enjoy the warm evenings with a BBQ, glass of wine and maybe your own campfire. You can buy a movable, personal fire pit for your backyard and bring the camp to you. Share your week's stories, talk about plans for the future, just relax and enjoy this summer time warmth and the uninterrupted time with your honey.

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Ignite the Flame - Love Notes

Love Notes--Life gets so hectic and it can get easy to forget to go that extra mile to make sure to always show that love. One easy way is love notes. You can put these just about anywhere! Here's a few favorite ideas: Write a love note on the bathroom mirror in lipstick. Slip a note into the pocket of his work pants or jacket. Buy a card and mail it to his office. Pack his lunch and put a note in his lunch. Just by taking a little time you can remind your husband (and yourself!) of all the reasons you married in the first place.

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Ignite the Flame- Romantic Scavenger Hunt

Romantic Scavenger Hunt

Send your honey on a romantic scavenger hunt. Leave clues for him around the house or at accommodating store locations with an item that he has to collect and bring with him. Items you can leave with the clue: wine, candles, massage oil, blindfold, chocolate, lingerie. Be creative! All the clues can lead to the romantic finale you have planned which requires all the items he's collected along the way.

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Ignite the Flame - Naughty Girl!

Naughty Girl! Think back to your college days, think freedom, excitement, youth, carelessness. Think of the whimsical fun (and likely a few embarrassing moments) that were the late night result of those cherished years of singledom.

There is no reason that you can't experience the same thrills and passion as a wholesome married woman that you did as a crazy college kid. Treat your hubby to some hot, playful romance. Nothing can spice up a late night marital rendezvous like very sexy (and even a bit naughty) lingerie. One tried and true favorite is Lingerie by Agent Provocateur. It's a bit pricey, but worth every penny with props available too. Their products are the perfect balance of classy and dead sexy you want to achieve. And probably just the kind of purchase that your honey wouldn't have any complaints about. So hush the practical woman you've become and spend like the 20-something you once were that had to have the things that made her feel sexy and share it with your now hubby, leaving him panting for more.

Truly, it's every husband's fantasy, an unexpected, passionate one night stand with the love of his life. It doesn't get hotter than that, especially after the mundane ebb and flow of bill paying, arguing over who left the cap off the toothpaste, nagging about household chores and feeling overwhelmed by your new responsibility as a married couple. Giving him an extra special romp to remember will blow his socks off and keep the heat burning for years to come.

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Ignite the Flame - Strut your Stuff

How often do you go to bed with a t-shirt on? Do you choose comfort over sexiness? One random night for no reason at all, surprise your husband with new lingerie. Show how confident you are and strut your stuff.Not many men will turn down the opportunity to see their wife surprising them with something new, especially if a routine has taken over. Add in a new element too, like candles or music.Photo courtesy of J. Christiaan Salon and Spa

Ignite the Flame - Big Hunk

Does your husband have a favorite candy bar? Occasionally drop a card with his favorite candy bar into his lunch bag or on the nightstand before bed. Either way, he will be stoked not only to find a candy bar for the day or the following day, but also to read the sweet note you wrote.
For an added ego boost, buy a Big Hunk candy bar and either use it individually or combined with his favorite. What guy wouldn't like to know his sweetie thinks of him as a big hunk?

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Ignite the Flame - Quick Getaway

If you travel for business, take advantage of it (if your company so allows)! If you have to stay overnight somewhere and your spouse can go with you, take them along. Explore a new restaurant for dinner or lunch, or if you can, even take the day off!

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