[laurawoods6899]

Ive been dating him for 6 years now and I love him to death... I would die for him, but he does not tell me he love me a much as he use to unless its during sex... I do have to say he does take care of me... But all I want is a I love you and maybe a hug... He does not help around the house but he does work long hours..
He says he wants to marry me but what's taking so long

[talaniman]

That's a better question for him to answer. One for you would be can you go without the "I love yous", and hugs?

I doubt that changes just because you want it to, so either none of these subjects has been discussed by you two, or it really needs to be.

If you have discussed this before, have there been enough improvements? Doesn't sound like it, and I doubt marriage will improve it any.

[ckvietok]

Sometimes boys are like that. There's no such thing as a "perfect boyfriend" (though some girls seem to think theirs is). Just try and talk to him and make him understand how much he means to you. As far as marriage goes, you just can't rush it. Both of you will know when the right time is. I think 6 months is a little early! Hope this helps! :)

[positiveparent]

After 6 years I think I too would be asking whens he going to name the day. Its one thing getting lazy with the I Love You`s, I can see though where you're coming from, perhaps a nudge in the right direction from you, buy a few brides magazines, and leave them lying around, accidentally of course.

Go to the local bridal boutique and get same fabiric samples to take home to check out. Just in case.

If the above doesn't work you'll have to come right out and ask him I feel.

Most men get out of the habit of saying the 831 ( I love you ) I wouldn't be too worried by that as long as he still shows it.

Perhaps you need to put your feminine whiles into action, and see what that brings forth. Good Luck