Almost one out of every two marriages in the US fail, so to avoid becoming just another statistic, it's up to both of you to keep the flame alive and glowing.

Romance in a relationship is the chord that makes the heart beat strongest. Without it, love can weaken and even disappear.

A good relationship requires effort to keep it alive, and one of the simplest ways to put in a lot of effort that yields ten times its value in return is with romance.

So what makes romance so powerful and so necessary for us all? Is it because romance speaks to us through our heart and not our head?

Let your romantic ideas lead the way and express your love for your partner in a million different ways, every day of your life. Use your imagination and nurture your relationship with some of these wonderfully romantic ideas:

Leave a love note for your partner somewhere where he or she will find it during the day. Try their briefcase, the driver's seat of their car, in their coat pocket, taped to their computer of left taped to the doorknob.

As soon as you arrive home for the day offer your partner a big, passionate kiss. Tell him or her how much you love them and ask about their day. Make this a daily habit.

Surprise your partner by arriving home with their favorite drink, snack or ice-cream.

Arrange for an intimate lunch date with your partner. Afterwards, send an e-card to let them know how much you enjoyed your lunch together.

Cook a favorite meal for your partner, then serve it up with your favorite wine, by candlelight.

Go for a walk in the park together and talk about all the reasons why he or she is so special to you.

Cuddle up in your pj's and watch a romantic movie together while you share the box of tissues!

One of the biggest myths is that romantic ideas have to be big and extravagant, when the truth is that often what will impress your loved one most is the little things, like:

Pay your loved one a compliment every day, such as how awesome they look.

Give your partner a big hug just because.

Pick a bunch of wildflowers and present them with a kiss.

Massage their back and feet at the end of a work day.

Leave an "I Love You" note on their pillow.

Call spontaneously at their work just to say "I'm thinking of you".

Remember, when you take the time to be thoughtful and attentive every day, the benefits will increase ten-fold later on.