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3 Ways To Re-Spark The Magic In Your Relationship

April 19, 2017 by Steve

Are you frustrated that your relationship doesn’t have the magic and romance that it once had? Feel like you’re stuck in a rut and always doing the same things? You’re not alone. After dating someone for a long time, it’s easy to slip into a stable and comfortable routine. However, you often lose the spark that made your relationship […]

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How to have a happy marriage (even when you’re busy with kids)

April 12, 2017 by Steve

Marital satisfaction tends to take a dip once that first baby comes home from the hospital (or out of the bathtub, birthing centre, etc.). This shouldn’t be surprising to anyone. Let’s face it – kids, particularly newborns, are difficult. Anyone who says otherwise is either lying, or a grandparent. But you can maintain a happy […]

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Experts Weigh in on the Importance of Dating your Spouse

June 24, 2015 by Steve

*** This has been one of Spouse Dates’ most popular posts and was originally published in November of 2013. However, since then I have reached out to many more marriage experts for their expert opinions. I have published their responses in addition to the ones below (plus 5 scientific reasons) in my new (and free) […]

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EJ and Greg: Prioritize Time Together – Make it Sacred!

May 14, 2015 by Steve

EJ and Greg currently live in Texas. Greg is a Marine and EJ is a Nationally Certified Counselor, motivational speaker, writer and advocate for survivors of sexual abuse. EJ uses introspection and pragmatism to help couples create loving, fulfilling relationships from the inside out. You can connect with EJ on Twitter and Facebook.

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Rob and Janelle: Respect One Another’s Perceptions

May 7, 2015 by Steve

Drs. Rob and Janelle have been married for 12 years. One year and one week to the day after their first date they said their vows aboard a pirate ship off the coast of Florida with two of their sons. Rob’s son is 19 and Janelle’s son is just a few months younger and will […]

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Hi. My name is Steve Pare. I created Spouse Dates to share people, ideas and resources with you in order to help you build a better marriage - one date at a time!

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Why Date?

  • Four Ways to Rebuild Friendship with Your Spouse
  • The Grammar of Dating Your Spouse
  • Experts Weigh in on the Importance of Dating your Spouse
  • 7 Keys to Keeping Romance Alive
  • How to have a happy marriage (even when you’re busy with kids)

Date Ideas

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  • Baseball, Blueberries and Being Honest – Date & Micro Date Ideas for Next Week (April 24 – April 30)
  • Date Your Mate Month: Daily Date Idea #7
  • Pennies, Pirates and 80’s Dance Moves 💗 Date & Micro Date Ideas for Next Week (May 22 – May 28)

Guest Posts

  • Marriage on the High Seas: A Survival Lesson
  • What is Spouse Dates all about? An Interview with Troy McLaughlin
  • Simple Tips for a Great Marriage
  • Three Awesome Dates Under Ten Bucks – #2 is only $3!
  • How to have a happy marriage (even when you’re busy with kids)

Couple Interviews

  • Gaye and Dan: Beaches, Bike Rides and Better Communication!
  • Todd and Chris: Be Real and Say What You Need to Say
  • Denise and Gabriel: Hold it Together and Build it Better!
  • Rhonda and Edward: Be Slow to Speak and Listen More
  • Andrew and Lisa: River Boat Romance and Twins!

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