Happy Valentine’s Day! I know some people don’t like this holiday, but I LOVE it. Even before Eric and I started dating, I loved this holiday. The pink, the yummy goodies, and the hearts are what makes Valentine’s Day so fun! Because it’s Valentine’s Day, of course I had to share a mushy post and I have recruited hubby to help me out {sort of}.
I took a poll yesterday asking you guys if you wanted to read 14 things that Eric and I have learned during marriage or if you wanted to read about 14 fun date ideas. The poll was so close, we decided to do seven of each!
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Seven Things We Have Learned in Marriage
ONE. Listen first before you speak. Eric is much better at this than I am; I am constantly working on it. Being a good listener helps with communication and it also helps to fully understand the situation before trying to solve it.
TWO. Put the other person before yourself. Eric and I were once told that a marriage will be successful if both parties strive to serve the other. We have both found this to be true. It is so important to put your spouse’s needs before your own. This helps create a support system, and when your spouse feels as though you are supporting their needs, they will do the same for you.
THREE. Don’t go to bed angry. This is a difficult one, but a good one. Marriage isn’t perfect, and there will be plenty of times when your spouse is hurt and vice verse. It is so important to have resolve before you sleep. This will allow for a good night’s rest and a fresh start the next day.
FOUR. Communicate your thoughts. As a girl, it may feel like men should be able to read our minds. This is NOT true. There have even been instances where Eric feels as though I should know how he feels. The ONLY way to communicate is through respectful words, not mind reading.
FIVE. Take mini vacations. This is something we have started to do a little more recently. I know vacations can get expensive, which isn’t always a luxury we have. However, we have found that the time spent away from the hustle and bustle of “normal life” is time that we both grow in our relationship.
SIX. Do new activities together. We both love this one. Trying new things together creates new memories and well as strengthens the bond of marriage. You never know how close you are until you take a cooking classes or attend a “Paint and Wine Night” 😉
SEVEN. Share goals. This is an important part of the marital support system. When you know your spouses goal’s, you can work together to achieve them. It’s also important to set goals together for your future.
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Seven Fun Date Ideas
ONE. Breakfast for dinner. This is Eric’s FAVORITE dinner date. This is fun and usually inexpensive! We love making strawberry waffles and eggs.
TWO. Picnic at the Beach. Since we began dating, picnics have been one of our favorite dates. This is also relatively inexpensive and usually romantic if you choose a place with a view. Definitely a must!
THREE. Pizza and ‘The Office’ Netflix binge. We are currently on a “The Office” kick and sometimes it’s the best to eat pizza and watch as many episodes as you can.
FOUR. Theme Park. This one is a given. Eric and I have Disneyland passes, so we do this A LOT and always have a blast!
FIVE. Concert at the park. I’m not sure if everyone has these types of events, but we live in a town where they have concerts in the park every week during the summer. We both love music so, this is a great date for us.
SIX. Tacos and Margaritas. This one might be a little cliche, but there is nothing like a good Taco Tuesday!
SEVEN. Home cooked Fancy Dinner. We do this a lot because Eric loves to grill. Costco is the BEST place for steaks. They even have an amazing Potato Au Gratin dish. It is fun to cook together and much less expensive than going to a Steak House.
Wishing you all a wonderful Valentines Day 🙂
Verse of the Day: “So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.” – Matthew 19:2
XOXO Elizabeth Morgan
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