Service

This date night is a little different then the regular. This date requires service and selflessness. Together, you and your spouse will do random acts of kindness all over town. Even the littlest things can make a big impact in someone’s life. I have compiled a list that might be something you and your spouse would like to do together.  

• Leave kind notes
• Bake cookies for the neighbors
•   Visit the old folk’s home
•   Mow your neighbor’s lawn or rake their leaves

There are several things that can be done to help your community and neighbors. You will be surprised how great it feels to help others.

Relationship Reconnection:

Before, during, after, or whatever floats your boat, Try to know what is happening in your partner’s world. Sometimes we get so caught up with our own lives, we forget about people that are most important to us. Really communicate by asking each other questions and truly reconnect.

The Selfless Date

You and your spouse can spend your date focused on others. Visit  http://www.volunteer-houston.com or http://volunteerhouston.org  for local service opportunities. This date will give the two of you a chance to give back. There are many different opportunities listed on the blog   for all types of people, times of day and days of the week.

Relationship Reflection

On average 50% of marriages end in divorce. The main reason cited is that the couple just “grows apart”. By focusing on others we find ourselves more forgiving and not as focused on negative issues. Giving back allows you and your spouse to change your focus and find opportunities to grow closer together

Time to Give Back

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It's always good to be grateful for all you've been blessed with.  One way to show your gratitude is by giving back.  How about giving back on this date and volunteering on this date. The two of you can work side by side volunteering in a soup kitchen. Visit http://www.magnificathousesinc.org/Loaves_And_Fishes.html to find out available opportunities.  When you're so blessed, it's nice to step back and bless the lives of others.



Relationship Reconnection:

Take time to create a couples gratitude journal.  Talk about all you're grateful for in our marriage and family.  Jot down at least ten things your are thankful you've been blessed with.  Now, make a plan to write down at least ten things you're grateful for every night. You'll soon find that as you begin to focus on your blessings as a couple, you'll look at things in a more positive light.  This will help you reconnect and appreciate each other and all you have more.