My wife and I sometimes write notes or sign cards to each other that end with LAAF! and/or SHMILY! It’s not because we have forgotten how to spell the words “Laugh” or “Smile”. “LAAF & SHMILY” are actually acronyms for “Love Always And Forever” and “See How Much I Love You!” that we sometimes use as quick reminders that we are there for each other forevermore.

We sometimes leave notes with no other message but LAAF SHMILY where the other will find them. Such notes take very little time, and like so many of the most important things in life, are free.

If you are in a strong long-term committed relationship, you might find value in using this or a similar approach as a reminder to both of you.

And if you aren’t in such a relationship, but wish to someday be in one, it is my hope that you find your soul mate soon.

I’m very grateful for the one I have–even after and partially becasue of 32 years of marriage. I like to invest the time to frequently remind her of that fact. As an investment manager, I like the Return On Investment! ;-D!