Today is my anniversary, and it is the first official one my husband and I have had together. We got married on February 29th, which only comes around once every four years. Thus this is the first year when we can actually say that we have an anniversary. In lieu of this oh-so-awesome event, I figured I would make a post about creating the perfect anniversary atmosphere for you and your spouse. A little effort can go a long way in making this day special. Here are some tips to help you plan a memorable moment as a couple.
The Spontaneous Option
Some couples do not do well with structured anniversaries. They respond better to spontaneous acts that bring them closer together. Plan a weekend road trip where you only make right hand turns, or go to another town to test out a new restaurant. The key in this case is to think outside of the box. My husband and I will sometimes just drive around town on the back roads until we end up in another city entirely. We watch the map and make decisions with each other to get to a random destination neither of us knows anything about. Try to do something creative like this if you and your spouse are in need of a fun adventure.
The Recreation Option
One way that you could set up a really nice anniversary is to relive your first date or a special moment you had in your relationship. My husband and I had our first date at his mom’s house, so doing something like that wouldn’t be too romantic for us. However, we could go out for a picnic in the mountains like we did for prom night. That would be romantic. Think about a really great moment that you had with your spouse and try to recreate it as much as possible. That will give you a chance to reminisce and bond together once again.
The Resting Option
If you have kids, a nice anniversary to you may just be a night that you can get some sleep. Send the children to their friend’s houses for the night or have them bunk with the grandparents. Then you can take the night to relax, watch some TV, have sex, and go to sleep. My husband and I don’t have kids, but we once took the day off work for our anniversary just so we could get some sleep. If you are busy bots like we are, you may enjoy the same sort of relaxation.
The Predictable Option
There is nothing wrong with a simple dinner and a movie. That’s not really my cup of tea, but that is because my husband and I go out a lot. Going to Olive Garden isn’t that much of a treat because we eat there all the time. That is why we prefer slightly unconventional options. If you don’t ever get a chance to go out with your spouse, your anniversary is the perfect time to do so. Plan out the most romantic date you can think of, and you will surely have a good time with one another.
At the end of the day, you just need to plan an anniversary that works for you. Every couple is different, so there is no telling what you will ultimately enjoy n your big day. Think about your spouse’s needs and do whatever you can to address them. Then you will just have to let romance take its natural course.
PS: This is just a shootout to my husband, the love of my life and the man that I am proud to call my own. If you’re reading this, I love you. Happy anniversary.