Never Stop Dating {Not Out for Dinner}

Going out for dinner seems like the default date. And that’s usually fine by me because I love going out to dinner (who doesn’t love delicious food without the work or cleanup?), but it is nice to switch it up and do something different. In fact, I believe that changing things up is one of the ways to inspire passion, if not just for the variety, because it  moved us to do each of the 3 steps written in that post.

(photo taken with Paul’s iPhone)

Last week Paul and I had planned a date night, but because of the circumstances, were not able to go out until late – which meant after dinner. When I suggested going out for drinks, Paul was a little reluctant. That’s not really his thing. Sure he loves a beer as much as the next guy, but he’s never been the one to hang out at a bar. Because Paul is so sweet, he decided to advance my preferences and we went out. We went to a new restaurant & bar, but instead of sitting down and eating a meal as we usually would, we sat at the bar, had a couple of drinks, snacked on appetizers, and watched the Olympic competition on the big screens. And we had a great time – even Paul. Not only did the place have a great atmosphere, but it was fun to be dressed up and go “out” (a novelty for us as parents) while still just relaxing with my husband – chatting, laughing, commenting on the Olympics and being merry. Even Paul enjoyed it more than he expected he would.

We finished off the night going for a walk and decided we ought to do this again.

Now, I would love to hear your ideas. How have you changed up your normal date night routine? What date ideas have you enjoyed that did not include going out for dinner?

*Carolyn

(photo taken with Paul’s iPhone)

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