My partner and I have been together for a year. Trust me, we’ve burned through our wallets. In the beginning, we wanted to do it all—eat out, movies, parties—you know, living the high life. Naturally, that comes with a price. Now that winter has rolled around, our bank accounts are at an all-time low.
But we still need to entertain ourselves and enjoy our time together, right? So, from one couple to another, I’m about to help figure out things to do as a couple, because trust me, Netflix can only take you so far.
It’s time to get off of the couch and find things to do as a couple.
#1 Rent bikes. Even if it’s in your own city,
rent some bikes and tour around. You’ll probably be given a map of the city so you can explore. Who knows, maybe you will come across things that even you never saw before. This is about exploring together and bringing back the curiosity
#2 Eat dinner together. No, this doesn’t mean with the television on. I’m talking about eating at the table like an actual couple. Many people don’t have the time to sit down and eat with their partner, but I’m telling you, if you make time, you won’t regret it.
You can eat at home or even go out if you want to, but you’ll notice a huge difference in the way you communicate if you do this.
#3 Watch the stars. Oh come on, haven’t you seen any chick flicks? It’s all about stargazing. Grab yourself a cozy blanket, bring some warm hot chocolate with cookies, and relax under the stars. It’s incredibly romantic and is there anything more beautiful than laying under a sky of sparkling stars?
#4 Go for a walk. Yeah, I know what you’re thinking, this is a lame idea. But trust me on this one, it’s a great idea. First of all, it’s walking. You can literally walk anywhere. Go to the city center and walk around, explore nature, walk down the beach.
There are tons of things to see by foot. But the best part of this is the conversations you can have with your partner. There are no distractions, it’s just you and them enjoying the scenery and reconnecting.
#5 Go to a show. It could be a random show where you both don’t know the band or one of your favorite bands. The point is that people who go to shows are happier. It’s doesn’t have to be a huge, star dazzling show, it could even be a small performance at a coffee shop. It’s music, and music always brings people together.
#6 Do a random road trip. You don’t need to know where you’re going. Just pack up some essentials and hit the road. You can pitch a tent or even sleep in the back of your car. Neither of you need to plan ahead or even know where you’re going. The point is that you are on a spontaneous adventure.
#7 Breakfast in bed. Just make sure it’s something that won’t create too many crumbs. But breakfast in bed is an extremely sweet occasion for a couple. I mean, it’s breakfast in your most favorite place in the world. Plus, dinners are overrated. Eat breakfast in bed, watch your favorite morning shows, and enjoy a lazy morning.
#8 Try a new hobby. It should be something that you both haven’t tried before. Plus, it’s fairer than doing your partner’s hobbies and vice versa. It could be knitting, scuba diving, fencing, whatever you want it to be. The great part is you don’t have to offend each other if you don’t like it.
#9 Grab a paddle! Listen, canoeing is the
same as traveling. It tests the relationship big time. It’s all about being in sync with one another without wishing that your partner accidentally falls in.
So, if you’re not sure about your relationship or need a reality check on your communication skills while enjoying a nice day out, try canoeing. I just can’t guarantee it’ll end with smiles.
#10 Dance. You may not want to wait until the late night in order to hit the club to dance. Plus, the clubs are not relaxing and intimate environments for you and your partner. So, why not try dance classes? If you aren’t coordinated, it’s going to be a funny experience to share together. And if you have talented toes, well, who knows, maybe you’ll join a competition at the end.
source http://tasboy.com/woman-what-to-do-when-you-make-more-money-than-your-husband/
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