Asking too much when it comes to affection

Hi Ladies,

I would love to know how many of you out there can relate to me...or if I am too needy (which Iv never been).

Bottom line Iv been single for 6 years and have my own well established career. Iv been with my partner for going on 1.3 years. Lately I feel like I’m battling to get that intimacy back like we started off with. I crave deeply to be complimented when I go out my way to be noticed by him eg. When I buy a new outfit and feel sexy. I don’t seem to even get a “you look beautiful tonight”. Not even compliments but in this relationship I crave to be appreciated in affection..when he just puts his arms around you and tells you he loves you. Am I asking for too much?

I love him deeply but often am confused if this is how it’s meant to be after the beginning of a new relationship or if I’m asking for too much. Even with sex...I’m always initiating it! I often feel like he doesn’t desire me! Is affection and compliments meant to die out within a 1.3 year relationship?

It has me feeling insecure and so alone.

I would appreciate your advise or stories.

Perhaps I love him more than he really loves me and even though he says he adores me, actions speak louder to me than actions.

Xx