Loss Of Romance
The Loss of Romance in Marriages
Common Causes
And Possible Solutions
Jeff Green
ENG – 122
Betty Cokeley
June 23, 2008
The Loss of Romance in Marriages
Common Causes
And Possible Solutions
The loss of the romance in a marriage is a common problem among married couples. In this research paper, we will discover what romance really means. We will find out some of the reasons for this problem. In addition, we will look at some of the underlying mentalities that lead to this problem. We will also look at some simple yet commonly overlooked solutions for this problem.
First, let us look at what romance is there are many different definitions of romance.
Romance
1. A novel or other prose narrative depicting heroic or marvelous deeds, pageantry, romantic exploits, etc., usually in a historical or imaginary setting.
2. The colorful world, life, or conditions depicted in such tales.
3. A medieval narrative, originally one in verse and in some Romance dialect, treating of heroic, fantastic, or supernatural events, often in the form of allegory.
4. A baseless, made-up story, usually full of exaggeration or fanciful invention.
5. A romantic spirit, sentiment, emotion, or desire.
6. Romantic character or quality.
7. A romantic affair or experience; a love affair.
8. (initial capital letter) Also, Romanic. Also called Romance languages. The group of Italic Indo-European languages descended since a.d. 800 from Latin, as French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Provençal, Catalan, Rhaeto-Romanic, Sardinian, and Ladino. Abbreviation: Rom.
–verb (used without object)
9. To invent or relate romances; indulge in fanciful or extravagant stories or daydreams.
10. To think or talk romantically.
–verb (used with object)
11. Informal.
A. to court or woo romantically; treat with ardor or chivalrousness: He is currently romancing a very attractive widow.
B. to court the favor of or make overtures to; play up to: They need to...
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