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Apr 11
Keep On Dating, Keep The Passion Going
Most of us have wonderful memories of the first few weeks of a new romantic relationship. Every date was an exciting event. The anticipation of getting together again … planning something interesting to go do together … waiting to hear when and where you would meet. So, what happens when you have been with that someone for years? Too often we get married and gradually allow that dating, romantic magic slip away. You may not want to admit it, but the T.V. relationship experts are right: Even married people should be dating.
Too Many people feel foolish about the notion of keeping a relationship fresh, even passionate, by asking their wife, husband or life partner for a date. Why? Dating this person you are committed to can easily become of the best thing you have ever done for your relationship. The interesting thing about dating is that it NEVER gets old. Not sure how to go about this dating thing? Has been so long since you have been on a date you have forgotten how it is done? Let me offer some help:
First, give some thought as to where to go. Be original. Consider what interests your husband/wife may have such as theater or music. Stay away from the places to would go normally such as places you’ve taken the kids for dinner. This is a date and it needs to be special. How about a picnic? Or, a visit to a local art’s fair or museum? Second, be formal when asking for a date. Be personal and face to face, or, there is nothing wrong with a love note with a request for a date.
Never underestimate the power of a love note with a request for a date. Just leave the note somewhere they will find it, maybe on the kitchen counter just before you leave for work. Once the invitation has been accepted, talk it over. Flirt. Build the anticipation. You will be surprised how quickly this can build a little passion. On the day of the date, spend time getting ready. Maybe a new shirt or skirt. You are going on a date. Act like it.
Once the date begins stay on topics that are fun and interesting. No shop-talk, avoid talking about the kids, no talk of bills (best to NOT talk about money at all), no talking about any troublesome subjects. You are on a date and looking to reconnect with your lover. Try talking about current events, past dates from early in your relationship, anything that brings you closer to each other and that you both find interesting. Ask some questions and listen to the answers. Touch, flirt, smile and laugh. Hold hands. And, at the end of your date, ask you spouse if you can see them again. Because you do want to see them again, don’t you?
When you have been with someone for awhile, dating is about rediscovering what attracted you to your husband/wife/partner in the first place. When the kids are out of the house and it is just the two of you, it should never be awkward with you asking yourself who this other person is in your house. Once you start dating your lover again, you may discover it is a cornerstone to your happy and fulfilling, passionate relationship. So, what are you doing this weekend? Interested in keeping your relationship passionate?
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