I have to admit, I’ve never cared much for Valentine’s Day. To me, it has just been an excuse for florists to jack up their prices! I’ve alway felt like people should let the people they love know this on an everyday basis. But, as I get older, and time with my husband becomes more and more valued, so does the the “idea” of that special day to celebrate our love.
Now, the question arises…What are we doing on Valentine’s Day? We’ve done the usual dinner and a movie. But by the time we wait in line for two hours at the restaurant, eat, then sit through the two hour movie, the night is over. Sometimes that route is more stressful than enjoyable. So, I’ve done a little research, and have found some fun, different, and sometimes even FREE Valentine’s date ideas.
I, personally, love the idea of a date that allows for communication. If you have children, you know exactly what I mean. A few hours talking to your spouse is almost unheard of in the everyday life of today’s busy families. A few of my favorites are :
- A picnic…outdoors or indoors…takeout or homemade. Be creative about the place.
- Take a hike…together, of course. Bundle up and go for a walk.
- Plan a game night for just the two of you. Think about it…how long has it been since you’ve done this without the kids?
- Cook a meal TOGETHER. This can be really fun without the added stress of the kids fighting in the background.
There really are some great ideas out there. If these ideas don’t appeal to you, try doing a little research of your own. One of my favorite resources is Coolest Dates. This site offers lots of ideas for many occasions, even for different age groups. Whatever you decide to do with that special someone, ENJOY IT! After all, Valentine’s only comes once a year!
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