A creative date night idea 🎨

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Now, without further ado, let’s dive in…

Date Night

Let’s bring the magic of going out for a date night… home.  

Who tends to hop into their comfy clothes when they get home from work or settle in for a movie night at home? 🙋‍♀️ 

To make this week’s date night special, I encourage you to get dressed up like you’re going out to your favorite restaurant or bar. 

Take stock of your wardrobe: is there an outfit you haven’t worn for a while but love? 

How about something you never have the occasion for?  

These are the perfect options! 

Fancy Dinner Date 

Treat this date night like a special night out. 

Plan your outfits, the menu and create a special setting. 

It’s more about the intention than where you’re going (or not going in this case). 

Here are a few things to consider: 

• Will you have a theme (black tie, Victorian romance, cowboy, old-world ball?) 

• Will you choose an existing outfit or buy something new? 

• Will you cook (together?) or order takeout? 

• Will you make pre-dinner cocktails? 

As for the setting, what can you do to make your dining room just a bit more special? 

• Clear any clutter 

• Bring out your best dinnerware (bonus if it’s something you rarely use) 

• Light candles around the room 

• Buy fresh flowers for the table 

• Create a romantic playlist for the evening 

• Dim the lights if you can 

• And, of course, don’t bring your phones to the table!  

Budget: $25 for fresh flowers 

I’m curious to know how fancy you get! 🎀

The Love Lab

Ever felt like you’re just not connecting? Perhaps you are speaking different “languages” to each other.

The concept of the Five Love Languages, developed by Dr. Gary Chapman, offers a simple framework for understanding how people express and receive love in different ways. The five languages are:

• Words of Affirmation: This language uses words to affirm other people. Compliments, words of appreciation, and verbal encouragement are highly valued.

  • Example: Telling your partner, "I love how you always listen to me," or "You did a great job on that project!"

• Quality Time: This language is about giving the other person your undivided attention. It means spending meaningful time together, engaging in activities or conversations.

  • Example: Planning a special evening together or a walk in the park, focusing entirely on each other without distractions.

• Receiving Gifts: For some people, what makes them feel most loved is to receive a gift. This language isn't necessarily materialistic; it's more about the thought behind the gift.

  • Example: Surprising your partner with a thoughtful item that shows you were thinking of them, like their favorite snack or a handmade item.

• Acts of Service: This language involves doing things you know your partner would like you to do. It's about easing their burden through your actions.

  • Example: Helping with chores, cooking dinner, or running an errand for your partner to make their day easier.

• Physical Touch: This language includes various forms of physical intimacy. It's not only about sexual intimacy but also includes holding hands, cuddling, kisses, and other forms of touch.

  • Example: Giving a hug when your partner comes home, holding hands during a movie, or a comforting touch when they're feeling down.

Understanding and speaking your partner's primary love language can significantly improve your relationship and level of connection. 

For more detailed information on each love language and how to apply them in your relationship, visit the official website for the 5 Love Languages. 

Keep the spark’s flying,

Hunter Masters

Director of Romance