Here is a list of special gifts we can give our partners-

Inexpensive Gifts:

1. A video

You can make a video by using your wedding photos and the song you danced to at your wedding.

2. Frame a picture

Look for the oldest photo you have together and then add a date to the frame to make it special and unique.

3. A letter or a poem

Although this may seem like a little gift, it's a chance to express how much we love our significant other. Use the poem to share your feelings. You can present the poem in a creative way, like printing the sentences out and taping them on the wall in the shape of a heart. Or you can make the poem into a puzzle that the both of you have to put together.

4. Create a map

Make a map that marks the important moments of your relationship. A map in a box with marked places where they met, where he proposed marriage, where they became engaged and the place of the wedding.

Mark places like where you met, got engaged and married. You can put the map in your room or in the living room. It's a very romantic way of remembering the important places in your relationship.

5. Repeat the first date

Have the same meal or go to the same restaurant you went to on your first date.

6. Create a hobby room

Create an office space your partner can disappear into to do his or her hobbies. Arrange the room with the tools needed for the hobby. It will be a dedicated space just for them.

7. A romantic night just for the two of you

Get a babysitter and spend an entire romantic night alone with your partner.

8. Crafts

Make a sweater, scarf, blanket or hat. To make it extra special sew on a label with the initials of both of your names.

Gifts that cost more money:

1. Tickets

Buy tickets for a concert, favorite sport, movie or a play. You will have a very fun anniversary date.

2. A couple day at a spa

Get ready to spend a day relaxing with your partner.

3. A holiday weekend

Plan in advance a romantic weekend get away. Have reservations and plane tickets ready and secretly pack a getaway bag for your spouse. It's time for the two of you to be alone.

4. Electronics

Your spouse probably wants something but is worried about your budget. Instead, buy it as a surprise gift (but make sure you can actually afford it). Set aside some money each paycheck for the surprise gift.

5. Clothing or shoes

If you notice that your partner's closet is missing something or if he or she might like some new clothes, get something they will love that is good quality and will last them years.

6. Memberships

You can give them a one-year membership to the gym or to their favorite magazine.

7. Personalized gifts

You can send personalized watches, rings or suitcases with the his or her name on it.

8. Jewelery or accessories

You can always give a bracelet or a necklace. Perhaps it's time for a new watch.

At the end of the day it does not matter how much is spent on the perfect gift or how much we buy, because the most important thing is to be with the person we love remembering the moment you united your lives together.

What do you think?

This article has been translated and adapted from the original, "Los mejores regalos de aniversario." It was originally published on familias.com.

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For starters, I want to clarify that no matter the reason, there is no excuse for any woman (or man) to have an extramarital relationship.

But, there are some damaging viewpoints on marriage that need to be corrected. I have heard multiple times that it is the duty of a woman to keep the marriage healthy and happy. Wives are expected to: care, love, have and take care of children, listen, cook, clean, wash, iron and so on.

Hundreds of books tell women how to be the ideal wife. What strikes me is that they want a balanced woman who exercises, grocery shops and maintains a social life while satisfying the needs of her children, work, family and home. While there are noble ideas behind some of these, a glaring hole must be addressed: as a husband, you must give the same work and care as you expect from your wife.

Statistics show it is more common for a man to be unfaithful in marriage, but this doesn't excuse a woman to cheat. Men are not the only ones who seek for something else when they don't find what they want at home. When women are ignored, humiliated or mistreated, they sometimes seek solace in the arms of another man after doing everything in their power to satisfy their spouse.

These are the main reasons a wife falls in love with another man, and, in turn, how to prevent such a disaster from happening:

Lack of romance

A bouquet of flowers just because, a note on the refrigerator, a phone call at noon to tell her how much you appreciate her: women notice those gestures, because they mean the world to them. Don't neglect intimacy. You don't need to go to extremes, because your wife will appreciate the simple things.

Neglect

If your job is demanding and stressful, you should remember that caring for a child who needs attention every minute of the day can be overbearing as well. Learn to leave your worries, stress and anger at the door. Your wife needs you to be positive and eager to help when you're home.

Loneliness

Most women like to talk, so if you do not spend at least five minutes everyday listening to her, she'll likely stop opening up. Her daily demands and your lack of attention may leave her feeling devastatingly lonely. If you travel continuously for work, learn to indulge in the little things for her to make your long distance relationship fun and romantic.

Anger

Being on the receiving end of a lost temper is never fun, and if she finds herself in that situation frequently, she'll likely look for a more gentle relationship. Learn to control your anger. If you're upset with your wife, wait until you calm down to clarify the situation. When you make a mistake in your relationship, don't place the blame on your wife. Have the courage to apologize.

Lack of support

If you want an independent woman who has a social life outside the home, she needs your support to do so. She won't leave your children if you aren't willing to watch them for her. Encourage her to pursue her interests. If she wants to return to school or work, she needs your full support to follow through on those decisions.

Look around. If your spouse is lonely, frustrated or depressed, you need to do your best to show her how much you love her. Good wives give their lives for their families; every day, every minute. If you want a lifelong relationship with your wife, you must learn to listen and to show you love her.

Remember the beginning of your relationship. Remember how you felt, how you looked at each other and how hopeful the future was.

Now you are her life

Give her more than you ask in return and never ask for more than you're willing to give. Respect and love in marriage will make for a relationship that endures through the years. My last suggestion is to care for your wife every day, because if not, she may already be looking the other way.

This article has been adapted and translated by Amberlee Lovell from the original, "

Por qué una esposa se enamora de otro hombre," which was originally published on familias.com._

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How do you know if your marriage is heading in the wrong direction?

If your answer is "yes" to any of these questions, your marriage is in danger:

When you wake up next to your spouse, do you find yourself asking: "Why do I love her?"

When coming home after a day of work, or after being out with family or friends, do you feel pain and sadness about coming home?

Has your relationship with your spouse become more like a sibling relationship with little confidence that it's a loving relationship?

Have you been on the verge of divorce several times, but the only reason you go ahead with your marriage is because you have children, or you worry about your family and what people might think?

The following list will give you possible marriage problems and solutions on how you can prevent your marriage from ending in divorce.

Money

Problem: When the husband doesn't make as much money as expected, or when the spouse is not included in making decisions about money management, and there are no discussions about it.

Solution: Create a family budget. Both father and mother shall be included in the budget planning. Both spouses should reach an agreement on costs.

Together you can create a list of requirements that must be met by each member of the family. If the husband's job alone is not covering all of the costs, consider another solution. There are many families where both parents need to work, and together you can discuss whether or not this needs to happen.

Communication

Problem: You can't talk about certain subjects without getting angry; there is no interest in talking about feelings or wishes, dreams and hopes to each other. There is no exchange of ideas, suggestions or plans on parenting.

Solution: Learn to speak and to listen.

Both spouses must understand the importance of expressing and sharing their feelings and discussing situations that are happening in each other's lives. This is vital to keeping the relationship alive.

Little interest

Problem: Work, stress, friends and hobbies are more important than the children and the spouse. If you do not want to spend time with the family and your spouse, this is a sign that something is wrong.

Solution: When a person is not happy in their marriage, they will find other ways to receive fulfillment. You and your spouse should try to talk about what bothers each other and ask "why are you not happy?" What can be done so you can be more in sync and feel comfortable at home?

It is important to find time to communicate, talk about money, and have some private time as a couple.

Abuse

Problem: There are different types of abuse. It can occur from man or woman and affects the whole family.

Solution: You should seek professional help. Ignoring the problem will only get worse and jeopardize your life and your family. The only way to save a relationship that is experiencing this problem is getting professional help and waiting for the sincere desire of the abuser to change. Often the abuse does not have feelings of love. Patience, humility, dedication and especially love to overcome a problem of this nature is needed.

Addictions

Problem: The use of drugs, alcohol and pornography affecting married life and harmony in the home.

Solution: Like the abuse, such problems cannot be ignored. Seek help. A common problem is the one who is addicted is the one who is not ready to change. Support, patience, dedication and love from each other are important things to have in order for any change to occur.

Infidelity

Problem: Dishonesty and sexual deception with third parties.

Solution: It is possible to overcome infidelity, as long as the two want to improve and save the relationship. Patience, humility, sincere forgiveness, dedication, and professional help (in most cases) are needed to improve communication and show love.

There are many reasons for wanting a divorce, but there are many more reasons to continue to try and save your relationship.

For those of you who are going through difficult times, don't get discouraged. A successful marriage is not easy, but that doesn't mean it's impossible. Every day you have a new opportunity to improve your relationship. The time to act is now.

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What difference can kissing your partner make in your day? A study in the 1980s revealed that men who kiss their wives before going to work live longer, have fewer car accidents and earn a higher income than men who don't.

I've always considered the time I have with my husband to be a blessing from God. I live every day as if it were my last with him. For both of us, it's always important to express ourselves, speak kind words and say "I love you" at every opportunity.

Do you kiss your partner and tell him that you love him each day before going to work? The kiss and statement of affection go beyond just an expression of love for your partner; it brings numerous benefits (I list only six) for both your marriage and your children.

1. It creates more trust in the relationship

Just a kiss in the morning and a loving word makes your partner remember all day that someone loves him, and makes you assured that you belong. Unfortunately, many marriages go years without expressing affection, and often result in divorce or an unhappy relationship. Don't let that happen to you. A sincere kiss is a simple expression of love that can potentially save your marriage.

2. Improving communication

A kiss can open the gate to improving both the frequency of conversation and the way you communicate in your relationship. If your partner knows you're happy and you want to see him he will come to you after a long day wanting to talk and spend time together.

3. Make your love grow

A kiss every day makes you sigh, makes you dream and fills you with joy. How can we not feel more love for that person?

4. Makes you excited to start your day

When everything goes wrong at work or there are money problems, illness or other challenges, something tender and sincere like a kiss can change your perspective on the day.

5. Children will learn how to express love

I remember seeing my parents kiss and hearing them say "I love you," when my dad went to work in the morning. When he walked in the door at the end of the day, my mom was so happy to see him that we also ran to meet him at the door. Now that I have my own family, I'm doing the same thing that my parents did. My husband also shows our children he loves me when they see him give me a little kiss when he gets home.

6. Improve your health

Kissing improves your heart. It makes your body produce adrenaline which makes your heart pump more blood in your body. Scientific studies show that frequent kissing stabilizes cardiovascular activity, and lowers blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Also, kissing burns calories, strengthens the immune system, relaxes and combats body pains.

Never underestimate the power of expressions of love. You can brighten your life, strengthen your marriage, improve your health. It teaches future generations that saying, "I love you" and sharing a kiss makes a difference. So do you think it's important to kiss your loved one and tell him you love him every day?

This article is a translation from the original article Los beneficios de besar a quien amas on familias.com.

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Though he may not admit it, your husband wants your approval. Your opinion matters more to him than anyone else's. He wants to know if he makes you proud. He wants to know you are happy. He wants to know that you support him. And believe it or not, it is also very important for a man to know that his wife finds him attractive. It boosts his confidence and increases his overall happiness.

Here are some things you can say and do to help your husband feel like the dashingly handsome man he is:

What you should say

I love it when you do your hair like that.

How did I score such a handsome husband?

That outfit looks amazing on you.

Your eyes melt me.

That cologne you bought drives me crazy.

You are so hot.

I love how you look in a suit and tie.

Dang. You're looking sexy today!

I can never get enough of your smile.

I'm so glad I married you.

What you should do

Grab his hand whenever you get the opportunity.

Write a letter expressing how proud you are of him and how important he is to you.

Say hello and goodbye with a kiss and a hug.

Find any excuse to touch him throughout the day.

Let him catch you staring.

Initiate intimacy.

Praise your husband in public and in private.

Leave little notes for him to find, expressing how much you love him.

Kiss him as much as possible.

In contrast, here are some words and actions that can be very hurtful to your husband and make him feel anything but attractive:

What you should not say

I think you should lose some weight.

Have you taken a bath today? You smell.

I hope you are not planning on wearing that. It looks awful.

Why can't you be more like (insert name of other man)?

Don't touch me! You are sweaty and gross!

You are starting to look old.

Wow. That guy is so attractive.

I wish you had a better taste in clothes.

What you should not to do

Compare him to your past boyfriends or other people's husbands.

Always criticize his outfit choices.

Mockingly set aside money for the gym.

Pick apart his appearance.

Demand more than your husband can give.

Tell him all the things you wish he could change about himself.

Joke about his weight, age and physical appearance.

Resist physical affection and intimacy.

Since many men struggle to express their feelings when they have been hurt, you might not even realize that some of the things you say and do are denting your husband's self-esteem. Always remember to treat your partner with love and respect. Do not speak sarcastically about potentially sensitive topics, such as weight, wrinkles or height. Instead, praise him often and strive to be the one who boosts his confidence. As you do this, you will not only help your husband feel more loved and secure, you will also become more attractive in his eyes and the bond between you will be strengthened.

This article is an translation and adaption of the original article, "Cómo hacer sentir atractivo a mi esposo." It has been republished here with permission.

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Every woman needs to feel attractive, beautiful and desired by her husband. It is very important for a woman to know her husband loves the way she looks. And the majority of men find their wives extremely beautiful. The problem is, many men do not know how to express this to their wives.

Men, if you are having a hard time in this area, here are some things you can say and do to make your wife feel more beautiful:

What to say

"How do you wake up looking so pretty?"

"I really like that dress you are wearing."

"Have I told you how beautiful you look today?"

"I love your smile. There is nothing more delightful."

"You just get prettier every day."

"Your eyes are mesmerizing."

"How did I score such a gorgeous wife?"

"You're the most beautiful woman I have ever met in my life."

What to do

Praise your wife in private and in public.

Ask about her day.

Grab her hand as you walk.

Look into her eyes when you tell her you love her.

Send text messages to her while you are apart, reminding her of how beautiful she is.

Leave notes on the refrigerator or in your room thanking her for all she does at home or in the workforce.

Buy her flowers at least once a month.

Give her a hug and a kiss when you leave for and return from work.

Give compliments with sincerity. Let her know that you mean every word.

To further help you guys out, here are some things that will have the opposite effect and end up making your wife feel unwanted and unattractive (Avoid these things like the Plague.):

What not to say

"Yes, you do look fat in that dress."

"Why do you spend so much time doing your hair? I don't care what it looks like."

"Have you thought about getting a nose job?" (Or any other cosmetic surgery).

"Yes! You look fine! Stop asking."

"Stop looking in the mirror so long. It won't make you get any prettier."

"Don't worry. I didn't marry you for your beauty."

"Why don't you wear more makeup?"

"You should take better care of your appearance."

"You look good for how old you are."

What not to do

Check out other women on the street.

Compare your wife with other women.

Ignore what she says when she speaks to you.

Buy her clothes that are too big or too small (Just take her shopping with you).

Criticize her physical appearance, alone or around others.

Laugh at her faults.

Joke about her insecurities.

Never tell her how much you love her or how beautiful you think she is.

If women know that their husbands find them attractive, they will be happier, more confident and can easily forget when someone criticizes them. It takes some work each day to make a woman feel beautiful, but you will love the positive effect it has on your gorgeous wife. There is nothing prettier than a woman who feels loved and is confident in her appearance.

So guys, are you ready to make your wife feel like a million bucks?

This is a translation and adaptation of the original article, "Si quieres tener una esposa atractiva, tienes que leer esto." It has been republished here with permission.

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First of all, what does a man find attractive in a woman? We will never have a set answer to this question. Each man is different. Some men love blonde women while other men feel attracted to red-headed women. That is why there is no right answer.

We, as wives, understand how important it is to protect the relationship and to keep love's flame alive.

After asking questions to several married friends, and based on my own experience on the topic, I have concluded that there are eight great tips to help your husband remember how much he loves you, and to help him recognize that he is married to the woman of his dreams.

Here are some tips that may apply to your situation:

1. Reliving your courtship

This is the time to relive your courtship. While you were dating, you probably tried to make a good impression with your spouse in order to keep him interested in you. Can you recall talking nonstop for hours? Don't hesitate to read your journals together, or reread the letters you sent to each other. This is a great opportunity to relive and remember the special moments that you have shared.

2. Personal grooming

When your spouse comes home, we can make a greater effort to welcome him from work. For example, we can brush our teeth, take a shower, wear clean clothes, put on some perfume and lipstick. We don't need expensive clothing or to spend money on facial creams and make up.

3. Developing the right attitude

We must develop the right attitude by smiling and being kind to our spouse. When you have seen models on TV or in magazines that seem to own the world, you might have asked yourself how can they look gorgeous and feel confident with their body? It is a matter of developing the right attitude. Models believe they are beautiful, and you can believe it, too.

4. Increasing your self-esteem

Your feelings reflect on your appearance. Are you a happy person? If so, then show it. You have a loving spouse and a wonderful family. You must make it evident that you are proud of being a wife and a mother to your children. All of us are unique, and each woman is beautiful in her own way. Show this by your words and actions. Never doubt how beautiful you are.

5. Flirting

Why should a woman stop flirting with her spouse? A look or a smile speaks louder than a thousand words.

6. Spoiling

You can spoil your spouse by doing simple things such as cooking his favorite meal, surprise him with a small gift and watch his favorite movie. Remember: Small and simple actions can make a big difference.

7. Setting aside time

It is very important to set aside time for your spouse. Try to have a date once a week or at least once a month. He will remember how much he loves you when you are in a relaxed environment enjoying his company. Moreover, it helps to strengthen your relationship. Now is the time to hire a babysitter.

8. Eliminating routines

Daily routines spoil fun relationships. Try new looks and new activities that you both like. Your imagination is the limit.

Always remember the individual worth you have as a woman. Never allow the media or people around you to tell you otherwise. Your spouse loves you for who you are, although sometimes he may forget simple details. Love yourself for being a woman and a human being. I promise, you are going to make your spouse the happiest man and he will be proud for being married to you.

*Translated and adapted by Anders Peterson from the original article "Cómo volver a ser la mujer de tus sueños"� by Ruth Huppe

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