The Everything Romance Book

by Baack, Donald; Baack, Pamela

• ISBN13: 9781580625661
• ISBN10: 1580625665
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-12-01
• Publisher: Adams Media Corp

Summary

From the first date to a 50th wedding anniversary, there is no wrong time for romance. To the rescue, "The Everything Romance Book" is filled with suggestions to help readers charm their partners--from simple displays of affection to elaborate celebrations for holidays or relationship milestones. Illustrations throughout. Two color.

Table of Contents

Introduction	ix
The Difference Between Romance and Being Romantic	ix
Romance Is a Journey	x
Romance Is Sensuous and Seductive	x
Romance Is Passionate	x
Romance Is Fun	xi
Romance Is an Adventure	xi
Romance Is Both Big and Small Stuff	xii
Romance Is for Everyone!	xii
Are You Ready for Romance?	1	(14)
How Romantic Are You?	2	(3)
Where Does Romance Fit into Your Life?	5	(2)
Hungry for Romance	7	(4)
How to Get Started	11	(2)
The Journey Begins	13	(2)
What Leads to Romance?	15	(18)
Your Ideal Partner	16	(1)
What Women Encounter As They Meet Men	17	(2)
What Men Encounter As They Meet Women	19	(3)
The Role of Chance, Luck, or Fate	22	(1)
Romantic Opportunities in Married Life	23	(7)
It's All in the Attitude	30	(1)
A Note of Caution	31	(2)
Times in Your Life	33	(16)
Puppy Love	34	(1)
Coming of Age	35	(1)
The College Years	36	(3)
Single and on Your Own	39	(1)
The Mature Adult Years	40	(2)
Suddenly Single	42	(1)
Midlife Issues	43	(1)
The Golden Years	44	(5)
Times of the Year	49	(22)
New Year's Day	50	(1)
Super Bowl Sunday	51	(1)
Memorial Day	52	(2)
Fourth of July	54	(1)
Labor Day	55	(1)
Thanksgiving	56	(2)
Christmas/Hanukkah	58	(2)
New Year's Eve	60	(1)
Oh, Did We Forget One?	61	(2)
Birthdays	63	(1)
Anniversaries	64	(2)
Special Days	66	(1)
Sweet Seasons	67	(4)
Places and Settings	71	(8)
Beaches	72	(1)
Mountains	72	(1)
Forests and Campsites	73	(1)
Lakes	73	(1)
Monuments	74	(1)
Special Places	74	(1)
Cruises	75	(1)
Sunrises	75	(1)
Sunsets	76	(1)
Under the Stars	76	(1)
In Front of the Fireplace	77	(1)
Gardens and Gazebos	77	(1)
Anywhere with Candles	78	(1)
Actions Speak Louder than Words	79	(16)
Start with Your Eyes	80	(1)
Lip Service	81	(2)
Using Your Hands	83	(1)
More Physical Messages	84	(1)
Other Actions That Deliver Strong Messages	85	(3)
Showing Your Love in Tough Situations	88	(1)
Silent Moments	89	(1)
Grand Gestures	90	(1)
Changing Personal Habits	91	(2)
The Unspoken Language of Love	93	(2)
Music and Romance	95	(12)
The Musical Compatibility Quiz	96	(2)
Sharing Music	98	(2)
Mood Music	100	(2)
Dance and Romance	102	(4)
Other Musical Moments	106	(1)
Food and Romance	107	(20)
Who?	108	(2)
What?	110	(7)
When?	117	(2)
Where?	119	(4)
Why?	123	(1)
How?	123	(4)
The Language of Love	127	(20)
The Romantic Read	128	(7)
Just Say It	135	(1)
Ways to Show You Care	136	(4)
Saying What You Mean	140	(1)
So, What Should We Talk About?	141	(2)
Words of Comfort	143	(1)
Playful Talk and Pet Names	144	(1)
Keep Talking	145	(2)
The Arts and Romance	147	(10)
Movies	148	(1)
Videos	149	(1)
Television	150	(1)
Art Galleries	150	(1)
Museums	151	(1)
Opera	151	(1)
The Ballet and Dance Troupes	152	(1)
Plays	153	(1)
Festivals and Fairs	154	(1)
The Other Way to Enjoy the Arts: Participate!	154	(3)
Romantic Chemistry	157	(16)
The Power of Fragrance	158	(2)
More Romantic Scents	160	(1)
Aromatherapy for Love	161	(1)
Combining Scents with Other Senses	161	(1)
Pheromones	162	(1)
Interpersonal Chemistry	163	(8)
Better Loving Through Chemistry	171	(2)
Romance Busters (and What to Do about Them)	173	(20)
Romance-Busting People	174	(4)
The Glass House Issue	178	(2)
Romance-Busting Places	180	(3)
Romance-Busting Things	183	(3)
Other Romance Busters	186	(5)
Beating the Busters	191	(2)
Romantic Proposals	193	(16)
Proposing a First Date	194	(4)
Other Date Proposals	198	(5)
Romantic Marriage Proposals	203	(2)
Let's Elope!	205	(1)
The Honeymoon	206	(1)
Anniversaries and the Second Honeymoon	207	(1)
Be a Love Messenger	208	(1)
Romantic Gifts	209	(12)
Types of Gifts	210	(7)
Romantic Gift Givers	217	(1)
Romantic Gift Receivers	218	(1)
Romantic Gift Exchanges	219	(1)
Love Is the Greatest Gift	220	(1)
Romance and Sex	221	(18)
Romance Interruptions	222	(2)
Building and Rebuilding Sexual Interest	224	(2)
Romance and Seduction	226	(3)
Romantic Sex	229	(4)
Stage of Life Issues	233	(3)
Some Warnings	236	(2)
A Great Love Life	238	(1)
Romance Revisited	239	(14)
The Loss of a First Love	240	(1)
The Breakup of a Serious Relationship	241	(2)
Divorce	243	(6)
The Death of a Spouse	249	(1)
Recovery from Other Broken Relationships	250	(1)
Keep Your Sunny Side Up	250	(3)
Romance Forever!	253	(8)
The VCR Approach	254	(1)
Keep Falling in Love	255	(1)
Maintain Your Sense of Humor	256	(2)
Drink It All In	258	(3)
Appendix A: Great Romantic Getaways	261	(14)
Appendix B: Reading Resources	275	(3)
Index	278