insideKENT Magazine Issue 56 - November 2016 | Page 53
Date Night...At Home
Spending time with their other half is something that many people just don’t get to do enough
of. Whether it’s due to incompatible work hours, family duties, or a bit of familiarity breeding
complacency, making time for one another just seems to fall by the wayside a lot of the time. But,
a regular date night is good for your soul and for your relationship – couples who deliberately
make time for one another are generally happier, healthier, and more secure with each other.
Of course, actually going out out can be
tricky when there are children and other
responsibilities to think about first. Plus, it all
costs money – from the babysitter to the new
outfit to the food, drinks and dancing…going
out has never been more expensive.
Which is why having a date night at home is
the perfect solution – you’ll have all the fun for
just a fraction of the cost, plus there’ll be no
worry about missing the last train or taking an
expensive cab!
Cocktails
We’ve rounded up some fun ‘date night at
home’ ideas for you and your significant other
to try.
Games Night
Cocktails are one of the finer things in life, but they don’t have to cost a
fortune – especially when you make them at home. Most of us have some
random booze left over from Christmas, and with the addition of mixers
such as tonic water, lemonade, ginger ale, or Coca Cola, you can blend
some pretty special drinks. Have a laugh, give them some silly names,
and try to remember how you made the best ones!
When was the last time you played a board game? Monopoly, Cluedo,
Scrabble, Trivial Pursuit, even Snakes & Ladders…they’re classics
for good reason – and besides being really fun, they’re also a great
opportunity to bond. If you don’t own any games then someone you
know will; ask around and you’re bound to be able to borrow some for
the night. For couples with a competitive streak, this can be a dream date
night...as long as one of you isn’t a sore loser. Put some music on, make
sure you’re stocked up on snacks, pour the wine and you’re ready to play.
Write Your Own Love Story
How did you meet? What did you do on your first date? Who proposed
to whom and how? Take a notepad and pen and think back to the very
beginning of your relationship. Write down all the important moments and
not only will you have a record of what happened and when, but you’ll
have a wonderful time reliving them all too. Keep the notebook handy and
you can add more important things as they come along like anniversaries,
kids and parties. There are lots of sites online that will allow you to publish
a beautiful photobook for very little money, so once you’ve collected your
memories together you can make it into a keepsake.
Make Pizza
Pizza night is always a treat, but it can get quite pricey when it’s a
takeaway version. On top of that, it’s not the healthiest of options either
(even if it is delicious!) For those who are watching the pounds (both
weight and wallet), a homemade pizza night is a great alternative – plus,
it’s a fun way to spend quality time with your partner. You can even buy
pre-prepared dough if you’re not sure about your own baking skills,
leaving the simple matter of picking your toppings and trying to outdo one
another in the creativity stakes – buon appetito!
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