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Wordless Wednesday – Farmer’s Market Date Day
When I sat down to write today’s post, I had no words. My camera lens oftentimes does a better job of telling a story than I do. So today I’m letting these photos speak. I hope you’ll pause for a … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Date Night Ideas, Fun Dates, Outdoor Dates, Spring Date Ideas, Wordless Wednesday
Tagged farmer's markets, Spring Date Idea, Wordless Wednesday
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Finding Your Place
We have a place here in Florida that has become one of our favorite places to go. Especially during the pandemic. It is a place that helps redirect our focus, and it has worked for us time and time again. … Continue reading
It’s A Wonderful, Wild Life (Drive, that is!)
Tom and I woke to an empty home yesterday for the first time in 38 years–when we first became parents. But we weren’t alone. God met us in special ways throughout the days leading up to Christmas. Our kids kept … Continue reading
Spring Has Arrived – Plan To Enjoy It Together
Today is the first official day of Spring! Yay! I love this time of year. In Florida we can still enjoy the outdoors before the suffocating heat of Summer arrives. I want to pass on some great date ideas to … Continue reading
2018 Date Night Challenge – The Letter ‘S”
Some letters are easier to plan dates around than others. This one was super easy and always a favorite of ours. SUNRISE, SEA, SUN, SAND AND SEAFOOD Living near the beach this one is a date we enjoy often, but … Continue reading
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2018 Date Night Challenge – The Letter “R”
Tom planned for us to enjoy some R & R on this date, and I must say it was all that and more! We went to ROCK Springs for a RIVER tour in a transparent kayak. We RELAXED on the … Continue reading
Posted in 2018 Date Night Challenge, Alphabet Dates, Christian Marriage, Date Night Ideas, Outdoor Dates
Tagged Get Up and Go Tours, Kayaking, King’s Landing, Rock Springs, Summer Date Ideas, The Letter “R” Date
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2018 Date Night Challenge – The Letter “K”
Kayaking! The first time we went kayaking was through Groupon where we got half-price tickets to a Full-Moon Paddle on Lake Maitland. It was a great experience. We discovered that we love this sport, even more than canoeing. Kayaks are … Continue reading
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Tagged "K" Date, J.B.'s Fish Camp, Kayaking, Manatees
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2018 Date Night Challenge – “G” Date
This was such a fun date that Tom planned for us. He took me to Disney’s EPCOT Flower and GARDEN show and the displays were stunning. I love flowers. Seeing them all manicured and arranged like only Disney can do … Continue reading
2018 Date Night Challenge – “F” Date
I had so many grand ideas for this date, but FAIL was not one of them. Once again, I’m sharing our FAILS with you, so you can realize that date nights have to be FLEXIBLE. But I must admit this … Continue reading
Posted in 2018 Date Night Challenge, Christian Marriage, Date Night Ideas, Keeping It Real, Outdoor Dates
Tagged Date Night Challenge, F Date, Fail Dates, Fire Rings, Fishing, J.B.'s Fish Camp, New Smyrna Date idea
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2018 Date Night Challenge – “E” Date
It was Tom’s turn to plan our “E” date, and I must say he did an Exceptional job! First, we had tickets for an Event at Maison et Jardin to view the newly renovated estate and sample their food. We met … Continue reading
Posted in 2018 Date Night Challenge, Date Night Ideas, Free Dates, Movie Dates, Outdoor Dates
Tagged E Date, Enzian Theater, Maison et Jardin, Popcorn Flicks In The Park
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Monday Date Night Prompts – Picnic Ideas To Mix and Match
I’m sure you’ve enjoyed a picnic or two since you’ve been married. But today’s prompt mixes up the traditional picnic to make it something special. Pick Your Menu Hot Meal from a favorite restaurant picked up while on your way … Continue reading
Monday Date Night Prompts – Skyward
I am a Florida native and have grown up with the Space Program in my backyard. I have many precious memories watching rockets, space shuttles and satellites being launched into orbit. As an added bonus, we have a great view … Continue reading
Wednesday’s Walk – Rails To Trails
It’s the day of the week to plan a walk together sometime this week as part of our Summer Challenge. Today I want to share about the Rails to Trails Conservancy taking place all over the country. Here’s what their … Continue reading
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Romantic Night Time Picnic Date
Last night Tom and I had a picnic under the stars, and it was wonderful. We found out that our favorite small town, Winter Park, was hosting the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra in the park located in the center of downtown. We … Continue reading
Creative Dates Inspired By The Song Of Solomon – Part 5
Today we offer our final date idea as thought of while reading the most romantic book in the Bible. We hope you’ve enjoyed every one, but please know this list is in no way exhaustive. We are certain we have … Continue reading
Posted in Cheap Dates, Christian Marriage, Creative Dates, Date Night Ideas, Dating Your Spouse, Fall Date Ideas, Orlando Date Ideas, Outdoor Dates, romancing your spouse, romantic date nights, Romantic Ideas, Romantic Orlando, Unique Dates
Tagged Bible, Creative Dates Inspired By The Song Of Solomon, Eagle Scout, English Standard Version, Fire pits, God, King Solomon, marriage, NSB fire rings, Solomon, Song, Song of Solomon
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Creative Dates Inspired By Song of Solomon – Part 2
Welcome back! We are excited to share a couple of more date ideas based on the most romantic and sensual book in the Bible–The Song of Solomon. Date #3 – Picnic With A View While the king was on his … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Creative Dates, Date Night Ideas, Dating Your Spouse, Growing Strong Marriages, Outdoor Dates, Romance in Marriage, romancing your spouse, romantic date nights, Romantic Ideas, Summer Date Ideas, Travel, Vacations
Tagged Central California, Creative Dates Inspired By The Song Of Solomon, English Standard Version, Florida, God, Intimate relationship, Sequoia National Forest, Solomon, Song of Solomon, Vineyard
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Creative Date Ideas Inspired By The Song Of Solomon
The Song of Solomon is God’s proof that He is all for intimate, sexual love expressed solely between a husband and wife. It’s His idea! After spending the past couple of weeks talking about sexual intimacy, we thought it would … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Creative Dates, Date Night Ideas, Dating Your Spouse, Growing Strong Marriages, Outdoor Dates, Romance in Marriage, romancing your spouse, romantic date nights, Romantic Ideas, Unique Dates
Tagged Bible, Creative Dates Inspired By The Song Of Solomon, English Standard Version, Essential oil, God, Jerusalem, Solomon, Song, Song of Solomon
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GYRO Week 11 – Drive-In Movie Night
I know we don’t normally encourage a movie night for a date, even at home, but this one is different. The idea is to pick a really bad, B-rated movie. Believe me, they’re out there. I found one site that … Continue reading
GYRO Week 10 – No Electricity Night
We are in North Carolina this week and had the opportunity to be on the Blue Ridge Parkway late one night. We stopped at an overlook point and turned off the car so we could gaze at the stars. It … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Marriage, Creative Dates, D.R.A.B., Date Night Ideas, Free Dates, Growing Strong Marriages, Outdoor Dates, Romance in Marriage, romancing your spouse, romantic date nights, Romantic Ideas, Unique Dates, Winter Date Ideas
Tagged Blue Ridge Parkway, Date Night Ideas, Electricity, International Dark-Sky Association, Light pollution, Night sky, North Carolina
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13 Fall Dates – #7
Today’s date may take a little planning, but it will be oh, so worth it! We’re planning to try this one while we’re in the mountains. 🙂 Fall Date #7 Star-Gazing Purchase or borrow an inflatable mattress if you can. … Continue reading
The Romantic Vineyard 