Life can be busy for many of us and when we combine work, kids, chores, friends and family, our personal relationships tend to collect dust on the back burner. Making our relationships a priority doesn't always have to seem like a challenge. Putting forth consistent effort may be hard at times, but when you put forth the right effort, your relationship will prosper regardless of the daily challenges you both face. Staying connected is the key to maintaining a wonderful relationship with your partner. Changing things up a bit, however, will keep it refreshing and enjoyable!

The following is a list of ideas to help you stay connected with your partner by keeping your relationship fresh, alive and well! Mix several of these ideas up a bit and you will thoroughly enjoy your relationship!

#1 Romantic Vacations - Nothing beats a romantic vacation! Plan a vacation together each year and do something new and exciting to make ever lasting memories. If you can't afford a trip to a far off destination, find someplace local where you can stay a few nights, evening camping, to get you away from your typical environment. If you have kids, plan a family vacation, but have one or several activities on your agenda so you can partake in "couples time". The easiest thing to do is have excuses. Dismiss all excuses and make it happen!

#2 Romantic Dinner For Two - Romantic dinners doesn't always mean an expensive restaurant. Make that favorite meal or get some takeout and put it on a regular plate. Soft music, candlelight and the tv off is a great start to a romantic dinner! Feed your kids ahead of time, turn your phones off or put them on silent and avoid any and all distractions. A romantic dinner for two is not very romantic if either one of you are consistently distracted by family, friends or work related issues.

#3 Give Them Gifts - Giving your partner little gifts from time to time keeps the relationship fresh. Everyone loves to receive gifts and the mystery of not knowing when or where the next gift will come will keep them guessing. Try not to be predictable. Being predictable is boring and everyone loses interest with things and people that are boring. Little notes and love letters work really well and will give your partner a reason to think about you and smile!

#4 Sent Texts & Emails - With today's modern technology, it's easier than ever to stay connected. Unfortunately, many couples spend more time and effort staying connected with family, friends and co-workers than they do with their partner. Every message you send them doesn't have to do with kids, work or what needs to be picked up from the grocery store. Send them special messages to tell them how much you love them. You can also send them various pictures and simply say "I'm thinking about you!' They may be busy at the moment, but when they do have time to see your message, they will smile and start thinking about you!

#5 Give Them A Massage - Giving your partner an unexpected massage will almost always be a warm welcome. Doing this on a regular basis will also increase your chances of receiving an unexpected massage. Even on our laziest days, a good foot or back massage can help us relax a bit and put us in a much better mood.

#6 Doing Chores Together - This may seem like a stretch to many of you, but rest assured, doing chores together can be fun and productive at the same time. You may need to get a little creative at times, but it's well worth it! Provocative brushes against each other while cleaning the kitchen together, playful gestures while doing the laundry together, a quick Bunny Up Moment in the laundry room while the kids are watching tv..... the possibilities are endless!

#7 Cooking Together - Cooking can seem like work if you are doing it by yourself. However, if you do it together, the task at hand will go much quicker and you can enjoy a good conversation with your partner as well. Use this opportunity to ask them how their day was, catch up on family business and discuss future plans. Clear communication is one of the eight keys to a wonderful relationship and this would be a good time to exercise your clear communication skills.

#8 Take A Sensual Bath Together - There's nothing like a sensual bath with the love of your life! Getting clean, relaxing your tired muscles and spending an intimate moment together is a triple whammy! Odds have it your next Bunny Up Moment will be all but guaranteed! If not in the bath tub, then surely when you retire to your bed!

#9 Take A Spontaneous Trip - Planned days and weekends can be great, but being spontaneous can be just a great and adds a bit of refreshing mystery to your relationship. A little planning may be required on your part, but you don't necessarily have to share your plans with your partner unless there may be scheduling conflicts or logistical issues to deal with. Take turns planning a special day and be open to try new things. Making memories is what life is all about so don't wait all year long for that one vacation. Small day and weekend trips can be just as rewarding as longer vacations.

#10 Work On Your Bunny List - Every wonderful relationship involves Bunny Up Moments! Working on your Bunny List together can be exciting, adventurous and extremely rewarding! For more information about The Bunny List Book, Click here and get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!