Who would have
thought that having kids is a game changer?
Before kids,
Sean and I used to go on a date night every weekend. We used to explore new
places, try new restaurants, go to karaoke and sing our hearts out, do mini
getaways, try different kind of food trucks, go bowling and golfing, and
million other fun things. Don't get me wrong, we feel so blessed with Skye and
Summer. No matter how frustrating it is sometimes, they are fun and precious. I
wouldn't change a thing. Still, we, as a couple need to have a quality time
together. Date night is very important to us and since we don't have any family
around, we need a great babysitter that we can trust and reliable. Fortunately,
we just found two! They're on call and we feel very comfortable with them. With
that saying, we can't wait to enjoy each other again like we used to. Here are
some tips on how to keep our relationship alive and exciting ...
- Obviously, date nights. It doesn't have to be fancy, can be at home having a quiet dinner without the kids, or go to your favorite restaurant and enjoy the food and each other.
- Cards. I told Sean before that I love readings cards, specially on certain occasion. No matter what kind of gifts he gives me, if he doesn't give me a card, I'd be disappointed and so far he never failed me ... And I love it more when he always writes a sweet note in it.
- Open communications about everything, even sensitive topics. Sean is such a good communicator and I'm learning a lot from him. We talk about our finances, our goal in life, our wants and needs. We know each other like an open book.
- Compliment each other whenever you can. Most of the time, I feel that I look like a chicken without a head. Life gets so busy with kids and mostly I'm on my tshirt, yoga pants, and hair up. He's still saying that I look hot and usually I respond with "Psssh, shut up ... You always say that because I'm your wife." But inside, I smile a little bit ;)
- Call and text each other no matter how busy your day is. He's the most person I'm texting, I text him over a thousand texts in a month. Go figure!
With that saying,
everyone has their own principle and favorites. Just try to make the most of it
for your relationship. A healthy relationship equals a happy family.
These pictures
are from our date night last week ...
Xoxo,
Lishya
I love your relationship goals! We don't have children (yet) but I have the same ones! Date nights are always my favorite.
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