Tell Her, "I Forever Do"

An anniversary is the perfect occasion to stop everything and refocus on your feelings for each other and the importance of your marriage. It's the perfect opportunity to say "I forever do."

Why not use this anniversary as a starting point to recapture the rapture of your wedding day and learn how to keep the romantic feelings alive throughout your years together? A great way to start is by giving her stunning diamond anniversary jewelry like the classic three stone diamond ring, or the spectacular 5 stone diamond ring.

Here are some tips that will help you both enjoy each other more and feel romantic more of the time.

Say I forever do: Tip #1 - Do something surprising

Shake things up once in a while. Call your wife from work in the middle of the week, tell her you've already arranged for a sitter, and take her out to dinner. Or, pick up a cake at the bakery and have them write "I Forever Do" on the top. Make a reservation for a night at a country inn and tell her to pack a bag, but don't tell her where you're going. Give yourself a mini-makeover by getting a haircut and a shave, donning some snazzy new clothes. Turn down the lights, turn on the music and ask her to dance. You'll be amazed how far a little surprise will get you.

Say I forever do: Tip #2 - Insist on time alone together

Recognize that as wonderful as a family is and as much as you enjoy spending time with your children, you also need time for your relationship, and that means being alone together. Take 10 minutes a day to talk to each other -- one on one. Make sure you have a "date" each week, where you go out for a meal, see a movie, or even take a walk in the woods. But think back on the special steps you would have taken before a date in your courting days: Get dressed in something special, toss on some cologne, make it clear that you want those admiring looks you remember so well!

Say I forever do: Tip #3 - Express your love and appreciation openly and frequently

Making the assumption that your spouse knows you love her or him is a very poor way of reinforcing your feelings. Those little hugs and kisses are more important than you'd ever believe. Holding hands as you walk or across the table in a restaurant is a loving way to feel connected. Don't forget to say, "Thank you, I really appreciate what you just did." when the moment calls for it. Those small gestures and words will strengthen your marriage bonds every day.

Say I forever do tip #4 - Don't fall into these traps:

• Being right. (Maybe you are, but by pointing it out, you're really saying your spouse is wrong.)

• Keeping score. (This is absolutely a no-win game!)

• Being super competent. (Wouldn't it be more fun to do things together, than doing something yourself because you know how to do it better?)

Celebrate your romance this anniversary by saying "I forever do" with the gift of beautiful diamond jewelry.

Here are some suggestions for stunningly beautiful diamonds and anniversary jewelry:

The Elexese Diamond® - If you're looking for popular diamond shapes like princess, radiant, emerald, and more - the Elexese is for you. Elexese Diamonds have been called the most perfectly shaped and magnificently cut diamonds in the world. Only Elexese Diamonds are cut to the exact specifications of the Diamond Masters Guild.

The Ashoka® Diamond - The Ashoka cut is designed by William Goldberg. The William Goldberg Ashoka is a modified version of the antique cushion cut, with a rectangular girdle outline and rounded corners that capture and disperse light to create a strong brilliance. The cut, re-created by Saul Goldberg and William Goldberg's gemologists, displays 62 facets.

The Leo Diamond® - The Leo Diamond is the first diamond to be independently measured and certified for superior fire, sparkle and brilliance. Ladies everywhere are asking for The Leo.