Let's face is – boys aren't always romantic. Sometimes you may feel like you're screaming in his face, just how badly you want to be romanced – but clearly, something's not getting through. Maybe he's just clueless. Maybe he's never been in the kind of relationship that you're trying to build with him. Or maybe he simply hasn't matured yet and still needs to learn that loving someone means responding to their needs, too.

Sometimes it's scary to point out what's lacking in an otherwise healthy relationship, but there are ways to have this conversation without making it a confrontation. Don't frame the conversation as an accusation or complaint.

Tell him that you enjoy cuddles and soft kisses behind your ears. That you love flowers and "cute dates." And if it seems like he's just wired a little differently, try explaining that you just want to feel closer to him. And tell him that it would mean a lot to you if he made a little more effort in this area. Specifically tell him what you like – even if you sound ridiculous asking for something so basic as a more authentic compliment.

A relationship can easily slip into a boring routine if you're simply giving your lady other a quick kiss whenever you leave for work and not putting much more in. Go out of your way to let her know you love and care for her. This could take the form of a love letter, a small gift or a compliment – even if (and especially when) she's feeling like shit and hasn't showered or slept in two days.

Love is about sacrifice. You want romance in your love life? Start laying down your life. If you truly love someone, you'll get down on your hands and knees to make them feel so, to make them feel the warmth of their soul in the reflection of your eyes. You'll surprise them with flowers and other little things they like to only deepen that warmth. You'll hold them close and never look in the direction of anyone else, because with love, there should be no one else.

Remember to cherish your lover and make them feel warm, or that light may slip through your fingers just as quickly as someone else treats them the way you already had the chance to.