The most lovely evening...

[fshguy]

I came to the realization yesterday that it had been entirely too long since I had been on a date with my wife. I’m sure many of you can sympathize with having a hectic life. Between both of us having workaholic tendencies, my school, church, PTA, Cub Scouts, etc., we had gone way too long without relaxed bonding time. After all, we all know that the courting doesn’t stop after the nuptials.

So, I sent an email to the missus inquiring about her post-work plans. I told her the laundry could wait and that I would meet her at a local tapas bar. I rushed home and cleaned up, threw on a kilt and jacket and headed out like an overzealous school kid for a real date.

We had the most relaxing dinner. Two hours of genuine conversation and hand holding over tapas and a bottle of wine. After dinner we took a stroll along our riverfront and had a bit of coffee in the city’s art district. The weather was damp and the fog along the river created a wonderfully soft ambiance with the city lights. We talked and giggled and dreamed and snuggled. It was just like the beginning of our relationship. I woke this morning feeling like we’d been on vacation.

Anyway, it’s my hope that by sharing this, you may be prompted take a moment and reconnect with your loved one. Truly, the other stuff can wait.

[Jock Scot]

Wise words sir,wise words.

[Mr. bone]

Thanks. I needed that. We've been beset with four family deaths in the last 6 months. Your words have inspired me to e-mail as well.

[Ancienne Alliance]

That's really sweet.
Do it again !

[ardchoille]

Excellent idea, thanks for posting

[Alaskan Kilted Guy]

You know... that is a great idea!

[Macman]

That was a really wonderful thing to do. It's too easy to get caught up with life and neglect what's really important. Good for you both!

[7 miles]

Very good marriage is truly that important.

[Standard]

My wife and I try to do this very same thing every so often. With two teenagers, Scouts, work, church, etc. etc. there is always too much to do. It's nice to be able to relax with each other and be able to just spend some time alone. Sounds like you had as wonderful of an evening as we do on our dates. Don't forget to do it again soon.