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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 […]

Filed Under: Experts, Guest Post

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 […]

Filed Under: Experts, Guest Post, Why Date

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.

Filed Under: Experts, Interviews

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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Why Date?

  • How to have a happy marriage (even when you’re busy with kids)
  • Spouse Dating to Enliven a Marriage
  • Experts Weigh in on the Importance of Dating your Spouse
  • A Happy Trip to New York City
  • What is Spouse Dates all about? An Interview with Troy McLaughlin

Date Ideas

  • Share the Love with a Service Date
  • 15 Outdoor Date Ideas to Warm Your Hearts This Winter
  • DATE (AND MICRODATE) IDEAS FOR NEXT WEEK – FEBRUARY 21 TO 27
  • Date Ideas for the Week of January 24th to 30th
  • Remember and Imagine: A Relationship Affirming Exercise

Guest Posts

  • Three Awesome Dates Under Ten Bucks – #2 is only $3!
  • How to have a happy marriage (even when you’re busy with kids)
  • 17 Tips from Iconic Love Letters
  • P.S. I Love (Letter) You
  • Marriage on the High Seas: A Survival Lesson

Couple Interviews

  • Ken and Holly: Relax and Enjoy Each Other!
  • Cassie and Ryan: Running the Race to Win!
  • Rick and Karen: Learn to appreciate your differences
  • Doug and Tammy: Make time to have fun with one another
  • Manny and Karee: Get a Sitter and Have a Hot Date Night Once a Month!

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