activity / idea
Make a special dessert together. Share it with each other with a side of playful flirtation: Wipe some whip cream on his cheek. Feed her a cherry. No-cook options are great too (custom sundaes, anyone?). It’s the together time that counts.

suggested time range
60 minutes

goal
Create a mini date night. Share some sweets while being sweet to each other.

activity / idea
Look through old pictures together. Create a contest: What was the worst outfit? Worst hairstyle? Picture you most hope to hide? Picture that reminds you how good lookin’ your spouse was?

suggested time range
30 minutes

goal
Laugh at great memories and all those clothes you can’t believe (or admit) you wore.

activity / idea
Pick out and read a book together (aloud if you want). Or do it book club style, reading or listening to the same book on the same schedule and talking it through.

suggested time range
60 minutes

goal
Create conversation about shared interests unrelated to your life and home experiences.

activity / idea
Spend a weekend away together, just the two of you. If childcare makes this tough, consider swapping overnights with a close friend. Pack at least one small gift or item (perhaps an item of clothing?) to add that “wow” factor to your weekend. Or—if the kids are gone—have a romantic staycation weekend to make it more budget-friendly. But house chores are off limits!

suggested time range
2 days

goal
Make new memories and focus on having fun with only each other.

As you cool down, it’s time to reflect.

Read Matthew 11:28-30:
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

Pray together, remember to stretch yourself this week for the sake of your spouse, and stay flexible with your growth:

Father, refresh our relationship–not just with romance that comes and goes, but with You–the Living Water. Be the source of our life as a couple.