Birdwatching
Since Covid-19 dates have not yet been a priority. But couples need time together to have meaningful connections and dates assist in keeping couples thriving. I have thought about ways to have moneyless or inexpensive dates. While my husband and I are empty nesters we can have special moments most of the time. But empty nesters will also have to make special moments, or the connection can lose a little luster.
I once read Dr, Smalley said, “the shared time together should be meaningful for both.” So, I’m coming up with ideas to encourage you to think outside the box for you and your mate.
Here’s a list of inexpensive ways to help you think outside the box of chocolates for dates.
1) Setting a date night of games such as board or card games can help build a link between a couple. It could be a fun time to share thoughts and laughter.
2) Eat your dinner with candlelight. This puts a special atmosphere of relaxation and intimacy.
3) Cook a meal with each other. This also creates a time of anticipation and conversation.
4) Go for a walk with each other and don’t discuss kids or bills simply enjoy each other’s company and the nature around you. God created beautiful landscapes and animals to look at and appreciate.
5) Since it’s snowing here where I live try sledding, tobogganing, ice skating, snowboarding or skiing. Since Covid-19 several states were not opened but are starting to open try thinking outside the box to enjoy each other’s company during the wintery days.
6) Have a night of bowling either electronically (WII) or go to your local bowling alley.
7) Lots of people take pleasure in puzzles make it a mystery you both find challenging and work together to solve it.
8) Pop popcorn and watch your favorite movie or look at a new one that you have been wanting to see.
9) Make a fire inside or out and roast the marshmallows or to make smores and sip your favorite drink. This time of year, a nice hot tea or cocoa sounds good to me.
10) Going to the beach may be a pleasant time to enjoy each other’s company and see beautiful scenery and nature. Listen to the waves coming to shore can release stress and help one to relax also. Even in the cold a lake or ocean is a beautiful place to visit.
11) Hiking and or bird viewing in a State or Federal park would be fun. With and without binoculars. In the winter searching for animal prints could be interesting too.
12) If you like to eat out make it a no mobile phone date so that you both interact in talks that are stressless. I recommend that you do not discuss finances, children or bills. Reason Behind This Is That these topics can be stressful to deal with. The purpose of dates is to make a connection and enjoy each other’s company.
With or without any money couples can find enjoyable ways to spend quality time together if you’re willing to look outside the box.
Making memories with your sweetheart has a beneficial effect in keeping your connection open and intimate.