Hopeless romantics will go out of their way to let you know how much they love you, but this will not last forever if you aren’t verbally acknowledging it .  

You can’t expect sustained romance without sincere appreciation for the gesture(s) done to demonstrate romance.  

Men are like over-grown 3rd graders.  Every time we color a picture, we do it for you.  Guys want, no, need you to make a big deal out of what they do.  Brag about him whenever you can.  Tell your friends (in a loud voice over the phone) how lucky you are, because in the heart of every good guy resides a pleasing nature