We all want the best relationships possible, don't we? Often times, it's the simplest of things that can throw a relationship off track, or for that matter, keep it solid. This is true whether your relationship is with your spouse, someone you are dating, or a friend.

I came across this article on "7 Ways to Improve Your Relationship" and think its great advice. It certainly follows the subject matter we've been discussing. We talked about kindness and break ups recently, but what about kindness in the everyday way we deal with the people in our life. Taking people for granted is a natural occurrence, but on those days when you can stop and really, truly, appreciate them... wow, it makes such a difference.

It's no secret that I dated for many years. Many, many... many years! Haha. I was independent and didn't want to settle for something that wasn't quite right. On one hand, I had a blast dating. On the other hand, however, I began to wonder if there was someone right for me out there. I envisioned some great guy living across the globe wondering the same thing I was: Where is my soul mate?

I'm telling you all this to get you to look at your life as if those very special people you cherish weren't there. How would you feel? What you do and say if you knew your time with them was short?

In case you need some inspiration, I've got another giveaway. The book Little Ways to Say "I Love You" has several examples of how to show your love for spouses, friends, kids, and yes, the people you are dating.

Want to win it? Simply leave a comment on this post and let me know you'd like it. Make sure to fill out your email address so I can contact you if you win. I'll choose a winner at random on Friday, May 16th and will announce the winner the following Monday.