For fabulous ideas to plan your in-home date night, visit The Dating Divas, where they take the guess work out of planning and believe in strengthening marriage one date at a time.
3. Don’t stop trying to impress.
After a long day of life in the trenches with the kids, I can look like a frightful mess! While my hubby never expects a trendy outfit or a completely made up me, I still enjoy looking nice for him.
By showing him the best version of myself, I like to think that I am placing importance on him and demonstrating that his opinion still matters.
If a little lip gloss and brushed hair help rekindle the spark, then I can find five minutes to look presentable for my love. He’s worth the extra effort!
4. Be affectionate.
Ladies, do you still get goose bumps when your husband grabs your hand?
I do, but for different reasons than when we were 10 years younger!
Now when he grabs my hand or leans in for a kiss, it lets me know that he still thinks of me. In a world full of distractions, he was thinking about me enough to demonstrate his love in a tangible way.
Knowing he longs to be close to me makes me glow from the inside out, and the same is true for him.
Intimacy and affection are important ways that men feel valued and fulfilled in the relationship, so grab your hubby and give him a smooch!
Nothing says “I still love you” like a gentle caress!
5. Serve your spouse.
Making your marriage a priority with children takes work and sacrifice.
Sometimes after a long day of demands, I am ready for a hot shower and the couch.
But looking for those little moments to serve him after a long day rejuvenates both our souls, fills me with joy and creates an atmosphere of contentment in the home.
While serving your spouse may not be a popular concept, God wants us to put others before ourselves, no matter how tired or ragged we may feel.
Are you looking for ways to bless and serve your spouse more? The 28 Days of Blessing Your Spouse Challenge is a wonderful resource for your journey and to reignite the spark of service in your heart.
Make an effort to talk about marriage with your spouse. Marriage with children takes intentional effort and creative planning, but when you commit to pursuing your spouse and to making him a priority, you will be amazed how quickly the spark comes back and you’ll fall more deeply in love than ever before.
