Thanks for all that. I think back rubs are mechanical to her too, which is why they're safe.
I have been doing the small touches thing for awhile now. I have always done that but maybe not as much. Also, I am back to opening doors for her and doing more gentlemanly things. I know she appreciates that. It was another thing that changed after the kids. It's hard to remember to open a car door when you have a screaming kid to put in a car seat. I still should have managed tho.
As for the temperature taking thing. Ok, maybe I shouldn't say "Hey baby, wassup for the big V day?" But what should I say? I'm sure I can figure it out, just looking for a woman's perspective.