Marriage
“Don't
ever stop dating your wife.” and “Don't ever stop flirting with your husband.”
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Who knew that the courtship that brought you together would
one day become a luxury? Our schedules are jammed pack with work, children,
family, community demands, hobbies, etc.. When do you have time to date? The
answer, you probably don’t; but you make the time. We have to prioritize our marriages or face
the consequences.
7 Signs You May Need a Date Night
- You are so over your daily routine
- If going out consists only of a drive through or something family friendly
- You begin to see your partner as co-worker instead of lover
- You have nothing left to talk about but the kids
- You can’t remember the last movie/show you saw alone together
- You are becoming envious of your single friends
- Increased anger or fighting
Marriage Resources – Together We Shine!
Sometimes if you have neglected couple time rekindling
intimacy may be awkward or difficult.
Here are some conversation starters by Lifehack.org to help you break
the ice.
Still
Dating My Spouse Helps couples strengthen their marriage by
implementing healthy relationship practices that promote connection,
commitment, communication, and consistency. Learn more at stilldatingmyspouse.com
The divas of The Dating
Divas website are never short
of date night ideas. Stop by the website
for free printables, giveaways, discounts, calendars, and so much more.
Remember, every choice has a consequence. Putting your marriage on the backburner will
only lead to intimacy fizzling out of your marriage. You don’t want to just exist with one
another. The goal to live with passion, zeal, and commitment. Date nights are
how you protect the oneness of your marriage.
Homework
assignment: January, is the perfect time to put at least 12
date nights on your yearly calendar. If you do more than that, Great! Commit to
at least once a month doing something together, just the two of you. The above
websites are full of great ideas.
Thanks for reading Illuminate Living Marriage segment
where the goal to strengthen your union one article at a time.
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