[custom_adv] Ali Pourtash is an actor and comedian of cinema. Having worked in numerous plays, films, TV shows and stage productions in Tehran and in Los Angeles Pourtash was most recently seen in the 2008 film The Stoning of Soraya M. directed by Cyrus Nowrasteh. Other notable roles include the role of Haji firouz, the comedic side-kick to Amoo norooz in the classic holiday special Babak and Friends - A First Norooz. [custom_adv] Maintaining romance in a marriage is an art that is learned over time on a subtle level and then maintained with deliberate intention over time. [custom_adv] Those couples who are passionately in love after decades together maintain romance by approaching their marriage with some basic activities grounded quite simply on mutual respect and good attitude. [custom_adv] But they also add planned activities like couples retreats or meaningful trips, community involvement, and play secret games. [custom_adv] If you want to keep your relationship romantic, you’ve got to step out of your comfort zone and try new things. Go be tourists in your back yard, or take a road trip to a place you’ve always wanted to see but never have. Plan surprise trips. [custom_adv] Here are a few ways to sustain the romance and have a happy marriage in your 60’s and beyond. Sitting at home, living in routine and boredom does not cultivate romance. [custom_adv] If you want to keep your relationship romantic, you’ve got to step out of your comfort zone and try new things. Go be tourists in your back yard, or take a road trip to a place you’ve always wanted to see but never have. Plan surprise trips. [custom_adv] Just be sure to let your partner know when they’ll need to clear their schedule to avoid any raining on your parade and add an element of intrigue and curiosity! [custom_adv] I know a couple who always takes their partner to a city or place that they have never been to on their birthday – that is romantic. Building excitement is a sure fire way to kindle sensual feelings as well. [custom_adv] If you’ve been retired together for more than a few months, you’ve probably discovered that sitting at home creates a sensory deprivation that slips quickly into boredom with the situation and as a result with each other. [custom_adv] One answer is to each choose some different volunteer work, if only for one or two days a week. You’ll have new stories to tell, challenges to excite your creativity and causes to evoke your humanity. [custom_adv] When you champion a cause, it triggers feelings of romantic admiration in your mate, and is a great way to remain intriguing and engaging in the eyes of the one you love. [custom_adv] Getting the giggles with your partner is a guaranteed way to release dopamine and inject a feeling of happiness and satisfaction with your relationship. [custom_adv] If you want to keep your relationship romantic, you’ve got to step out of your comfort zone and try new things. Go be tourists in your back yard, or take a road trip to a place you’ve always wanted to see but never have. Plan surprise trips.