Valentine’s Day will be upon us soon and the pressure to find the perfect Valentine card, gift and way to spend the holiday can be daunting. But saying “I Love You” isn’t something that should be reserved only for birthdays, anniversaries and other special days - find a way to say it every day and the flame of romance in your relationship will never die out.

Here are some simple ways to say “I Love You”:

Leave your lover special notes Write little love notes and leave them in places your significant other is sure to find them. A sticky note on the bathroom mirror or a special love note tucked inside a pocket that he or she will find later. It’s a wonderful way to let your lover know you are thinking about her or him all the time.

Cook a meal together For a really special dinner, prepare it together. Sharing the duties and creating your meal together will make it all the more enjoyable and there’s always the opportunity for a little hug and kiss to add spice and flavor.

Turn off the TV and dance Put on some of your favorite music and dance together. You don’t have to go out to a club to share a romantic dance and you may be surprised where it leads.

Flirt At unexpected times, give him/her a longing look and tell your lover how attractive he/she is to you. A little flirting goes a long way in keeping romance alive.

Public displays of affection This just means that you hold hands, hug, or share a brief, affectionate kiss. More than that may not be appropriate behavior in a public place, but the fact that you show affection in front of others will do a lot to let your lover know that you are glad and proud to be with him/her and aren’t afraid to let others know it too.

Love must be nurtured to thrive and grow. Be creative and find ways to say “I Love You” every day.