We reflected that it’s been a year since we employed our babysitter so that we could have some time away from the kids.Never underestimate the value of just doing simple, little things as a couple. Even if you're a couple without kids, I think this is a great idea. Sometimes, it's almost too easy for couples to fall into a comfortable, but inevitably frustrating, rut where today is exactly like yesterday, and it will most likely be the same thing tomorrow. I think that sort of tedium can kill a relationship.
What have we been doing every week for the past year?
Sometimes we eat out, sit in a cafe, or hang out at our favourite places. Sometimes we might meet up with friends, go see a play, or an art event. Having that regular time slot, forces us to do a bit of planning, which is great because it’s so easy to fall into a too-lazy or too-tired-to-do-anything-state-of-mind.
Perhaps the only thing I'd add to this idea of a "Weekly Date Night" would be to alternate who plans the date every week. To me, that just seems like more fun, and if you don't like what your partner picks, well... deal with it and suffer through it. It's only one night a week, and it will go long way in sending the message that the other person's likes are important to you.
Ah well... I just wanted to share this with you all. We here at the Wisdumb like to see happy people with happy families. So, get out there and date --especially if you're married.
-DP
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Posted By Dan to The Wisdom of a Distracted Mind at 11/13/2007 11:51:00 AM
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