Maybe I should clarify; we're dating each other. Instead of quarterly dates, we're doing the once a week thing. Like we've been Commanded.
Last week we went on a motorcycle ride, had dinner, and watched the sunset, and the full moon rise. And we made out a little while so doing, which is neither here nor there, but was still fun. And we're married, so we can do that and not be embarrassed about writing about it for all the world to see. Or at least, I'm not embarrassed. And Ryan doesn't read this, so...
Yesterday we went rock-climbing, which involves large amounts of exertion and sweat and trust, and usually large amounts of swearing from me, though not this time. It was a lot of fun to be together without the kids. I haven't been in a couple of years, so it was a good to get out there and refresh my memory of belaying and climbing techniques, etc. Plus, I have my own rock climbing shoes (that totally made me feel like a Japanese woman from the 1800's because climbing shoes are suppossed to fit tightly) so I looked awesome. I'm sure I really impressed all the little boy-scouts that were hogging all the routes that we wanted.
Next week it's Ryan's turn to plan the date, right down to getting a babysitter. It's suppossed to be something that the other person wants to do; kind of a making-you-think-about-your-spouse sort of thing. It'll be interesting to see what he comes up with. He keeps asking for hints about what I would like to do, and I just look at him and smile.
I'm a little bit mean.
9.21.2008
My Husband and I are Dating
Posted by Valerie at 2:41 PM
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That sounds like a great idea and really fun. Mar and I did that for a while. We should start up again. But one thing. Guys are dense, even if they know things you like to do, doesn't mean they know when you want to do them or all the little details. If you are looking for him to pick "just the right thing," you might help his telepathy skills a little. I know I can never do that.
Doug -
I'm not looking for him to pick the most perfect thing in the entire universe, just something in the vein of what I like. Honestly, I'll just be happy he got the babysitter.
I miss talking to you. It's been too long. I need to call and talk about "nothings" and feel like I'm still your friend. Lots of love.
I'm glad you had a good time Saturday. And last week.....good for you. Make-out all you want. It's healthy.
If he's smart he will take you to Red Robin for Mudd pie. Oh wait, you are getting really skinny and don't do that anymore.....no fun. Maybe a protein shake then!
It's good to go on dates. It's good to make out. It's also good to make him (and you) think about what the other one would like to do. Or just to think about the other one. It's so easy to get caught up in life that you forget who this awesome person is that you married. Or that's what I have been told. Aiden and I haven't been married long enough to need a reminder and Brandon wasn't ever a good person to begin with so I'm totally guessing on this one.
Anyway, the point is, I'm glad you're dating and I'm glad you own Japanese women shoes. Have you seen those pictures of the old women with their deformed feet?
Don't go climbing too much.
That's great. Where is that "you must go on a weekly date" Commandment? I need to show it to my husband - who considers a good date to be spent at the cheap theater watching an manly action movie (if I'm lucky I am allowed popcorn.) Then he wonders why I never put out at the end of our date......
Valerie,
I just can't tell you enough how much a love reading your blogs. THey totally crack me up. Make my night, I even giggle. There just great. Hannah says she misses the boys. Tell them the Valosa Rapter says hi.
Hey Val,
Sounds like fun. I'm jealous. Our dates usually include the kids, lots of fun. Like Sharla said - I miss talking to you (I know that I haven't actually talked to you in a while, but still). I miss all of my Spokane friends (which apparently many of them don't live in Spokane anymore, so can I still call them my Spokane friends?) Anyways - your blog is great, your posts always make me laugh.
I'm so jealous--those dates sound like so much fun!! I've never tried rock climbing!!
I'm glad you're back...good job for dating your husband! Its so important and one of the first things to fade away during marriage. I like the idea of planning what the other person wants. Cute. I'll try that. Tell Ryan hello and if he needs help have him call me, I don't know you that well and I could easily plan a date that you would love. Have fun...make out all you want (maybe all he wants!).
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