The covid quarantine has not been an excuse for us not to have date night. Yes, you may be stuck with each other for an indefinite amount of time. But there is something different about making that extra effort for each other- even if it’s in the house. Earlier this year Jeff and I talked about how we should be putting in the extra effort on date nights. We started getting dressed up and looking our best for each other. And let’s face it- men are visual creatures. So I made it my mission to slay! But with this quarantine it is very easy to get back into the headscarf and sweats. Haha. Don’t stop pulling out all the stops for your spouse! This doesn’t necessarily mean getting dolled up to go nowhere. But get creative and do new things together that keeps things exciting. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite things to do on dates nights in.

Order In

You know that cute little Italian place you both love? Or that Mexican restaurant you used to frequent on the weekends? They offer take out! You’re not limited to just ordering pizza or Chinese. Most of your fave places can still offer you a delicious meal to go and some are even pouring up your favorite drinks to go with that. Make it a night. Order from your fave place, set your table, light a candle and make it romantic. Make it special. And don’t forget the slow jams! Since you’re in the comfort of your own home, there’s nothing stopping you from breaking out a slow dance on your dining room floor. Yes!

Game Night

Who says game night needs a crowd? The two of you is plenty. Take it old school and play a round of uno or war. Dig up those dominoes and dust off the old board games. Did somebody say strip poker? Hey, make it spicy. You’ll get some great laughs out of each other and have so much fun. Karaoke or your very own lip syncing contest are other super fun options.

Indulge Each Other’s Interest

Is he into video games? Join him. Let him teach you how to play and try it out. She’s into yoga? Try out a home session with her. You’d be surprised how much you can enjoy each other’s activities and even if you hate it at least you know more about what the other loves. It’s a win-win to try.

Arts & Crafts

Create your own paint & sip and release your inner Picasso! You can even dig up some old t-shirts or mugs and make something spectacular for each other. Use glue, buttons, ribbons- whatever you have and have fun creating together. Don’t forget the drinks and music!

Explore Each Other

Try something new in the bedroom. Role play, new position, etc. With all this extra time hopefully you are well rested and feeling adventurous! A little champagne and rose petals dosen’t hurt either! Get those hands all over each other you lovebirds!

I can’t stress enough how you can be using this time to strengthen your bond in marriage. Have fun together and come out of this stronger than ever before! We’re rooting for you.