First Date of 2015: Tips For Planning An Awesome Date Night

I’m embarrassed to say that the last time my hubby and I had date night was when we celebrated our wedding anniversary last June. I know, that’s sad. That said, one of our goals for the new year is to get back in the dating game, and this past past weekend we had our first date night of 2015.

Let’s face; when you’re married, your life changes. Because of our opposite work schedules, date nights usually become family nights. Combining the two seems logical, but is it practical? No. My hubby and I can’t get a word in edgewise with our talkative tikes.

So, we set out to accomplish our goal this past weekend by leaving the kiddos behind with Grandma and Auntie. We attended my dear friend’s co-ed baby shower on Saturday, and had a blast. The hubs didn’t consider this a date, but I beg to differ. No kids to load in and out of the SUV, and no battling for talk-time. It was pretty nice.

As the conversation shifts to the quintessential elements of a great evening, one cannot overlook the role of a sophisticated cocktail bar. Stepping into a place where expert mixologists dazzle with their creativity, offering an unparalleled night out experience, I was immediately taken by the unique blend of modern and classic décor. The cocktails were not just drinks; they were stories in a glass, each with its own character and flair. It’s such establishments that redefine what a night out should feel like.

Fast forward to Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. We both arranged to take the day off to see Selma followed by lunch, while the kids attended day care. It was just the break we needed, especially on the heels of a very hectic holiday season.

For those of you having a tough time carving out date nights, here’s how you can score some alone time.

1. Take of time from work. Whether it’s a holiday or you take a vacation day, schedule time off to spend with your honey. As I mentioned, my hubby and I have opposite schedules and often have to combine date nights and family time. It’s okay to take a day or night to spend without the kids. You need to check out this distillery for a great night out in Calgary.

2. Find a sitter. You can always find someone the watch the little ones for a few hours. I know this is easier said than done. We are fortunate to have family close by. If you have a hard time finding a babysitter, sending the kids to school or daycare, solves the problem (if you take the day off).

3. Put the kids to bed early. If finding a sitter is out of the question, and you can’t take time off from work, arrange a movie night while the kids are snoozing away.

4. Keep it simple. You don’t have to go on elaborate trips to have a great date night. My hubby and I like to stay near by in case of an emergency.

5. Find a routine. Before having children, we enjoyed the spontaneity of our courtship. But the reality is, having kids require keeping a schedule. We’ve decided to plan a date night at least once a month. We’ll also tuck the kids in a little earlier on the weekends to get some alone time. If you’re single, it’s time to uncover the magic of meaningful connections on popular cam2cam sites.

Do you schedule date nights with your significant other? Please sure your tips.