In Chapter 2 we talked about how to make the most of romance during certain times in your life: when you are single, as newlyweds, as parents of small children, as parents of teenagers, and as empty nesters. In this chapter, we're going to look at these stages in a different way. Each stage can teach you something about romance, and these valuable lessons can help you become a more intimate romantic individual or couple. It never hurts to look back and see what there is to draw from your past as you encounter new experiences.