Sometimes we in our marriages we can become stuck in a rut. Everyday goes by exactly the same , we do everything exactly the same , we might have meals at the same times, go to work at the same time, go to bed at the same time, even make love at the same times. Marriage can, if we’re not a careful, become ho hum – stuck in a groove and boring. So what can you do about to? Read on and find out.
The last couple of days I’ve had a song stuck in my head that won’t go away. The worst part is it’s not even a song that I like and I have no idea where it came from. It just suddenly appeared and it’s been driving me crazy. I’ve had to resort to several tricks to get rid of it. This means focusing my mind on other things, even other songs I do like, to get out of the repetitive groove of this song. So that’s what I’m going to do today, give you some ideas to break the groove- to get your marriage out of the rut.
It doesn’t have to be expensive. If money’s tight as it is for many these day and you can’t go out, you can easily create a date night at home with soft lighting, a glass of wine a, a good meal, romantic music and dancing.
2. Surround Your Spouse with Favorite Things
We’ve all heard of The Sound of Music song- My Favorite Things. What are your spouse’s favorite things? Surround them with them. Get out a favorite DVD, take them to a favorite place, cook their favorite meal and favorite dessert, wear a favorite outfit they like to see you in, decorate the bedroom with favorite photos . If you’re going out for the night, slip a few favorite photos in the car.
3. Make Love Someplace Different
There’s no rule says it has to be in bed at home. Of course if you have children you might have to be a little more circumspect. It’s not something you want them witnessing or walking in on.
4. Create a paper trail
Create a paper trail of love notes around the house for your spouse to find. On each one put a reason why you love them.
Join me tomorrow for tips 5-10 on breaking out of the marriage rut.
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