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Valentine Date Night Idea #AD

By Debi 47 Comments

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Jimmy and I have been together since I was 16. So this March it has been 21 years. That is a long time together, and it also means a lot of Valentine’s Days. These days our Valentine’s Days look a lot different that they use to. Our lives are busy. We work different schedules and we only really get to see each other on Sundays. We do not have the option of leaving the kids with a sitter often. So date night is usually a date night in.

Ways to make Date Night In as special as Date Night Out

It is important to make a date night special, even if it is at home. Treat a date night at home just like you would for a date night out. Do things that make you feel pretty and sexy. Break out that outfit, or buy a new one, that makes you feel like a knock out. Take a bubble bath or use a special scented body wash. Maybe even get some new make up in a bolder shade than you are use to.

Make Date Night in just as special as date night out

Make dinner together. Make it something that you love to eat, but that is simple. Being the kitchen together is a great way to hang out and reconnect. We love baked ravioli. It is simple to make and fast. Boil the ravioli, strain, then place in an oven safe dish. And Sauce and cheese and bake. It’s like a fancy Italian meal without the fuss.

Make Date Night in Just as Special as Date Night Out #AD #KYDateNight

 

If cooking together is not your idea of a fun date night, you can always order food from Plated.com and cut this step out, while still enjoying a nice meal.

Snuggle up after dinner and watch a movie together. There are so many way to get movies straight to your home. Or pull out some of your all time favorites and watch those.

Make Date Night in Just as Special as Date Night Out #AD #KYDateNight

End the night with some special one on one couple time. Why not add some special fireworks with KY Yours + Mine. It is a great way to add some extra intimacy to the night.  It is easy to order from Walmart.com.

Make Date Night in Just as Special as Date Night Out #AD #KYDateNight

 

How do you make your date night special? Do get to sneak out together and make it  a night on the town? Or are you like me, and date night is a night in, together, doing things you love?

 

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  1. becky Lyons Borgia

    January 13, 2014 at 12:25 pm

    Date nights are always fun. We only have about 2-3 a year right now. I hope that increases soon.

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  2. Cyndie

    January 13, 2014 at 1:04 pm

    I like for my date nights to be just me and my loved one.

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  3. brett

    January 13, 2014 at 1:18 pm

    looks like a great plan to me!! and congrats- that’s a lot of valentines celebrations for you guys

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  4. Mama to 5 BLessings

    January 13, 2014 at 1:30 pm

    The meal looks great, my husband likes this movie selection. Date night hmmmmmmmmm, haven’t had one of these for 7 years – with 5 kids seems impossible!

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    • Debi

      January 13, 2014 at 6:48 pm

      We have 4 kids. I get them all in bed and then it is our time

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  5. Kungphoo

    January 13, 2014 at 1:53 pm

    We have never really done a date night in.. Maybe something to try!

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  6. Rita Von

    January 13, 2014 at 2:17 pm

    I’ve never tried the KY yours and mine, and regularly use lubricant. My fella is a fan of lingerie and so this year I’ll make sure to buy something extra fun for him that shall hide under my dress while we head out for dinner. 🙂

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  7. Liz @ A Nut in a Nutshell

    January 13, 2014 at 3:13 pm

    Ours is usually a combination of things. We’ll go to dinner out but then come home and snuggle with a movie and a glass of wine. 🙂

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  8. Cyndi

    January 13, 2014 at 3:35 pm

    My husband and I are making an effort to try to have more date nights even if it means staying in and having a nice quiet dinner together. We always enjoy cooking together. We get lots of laughs seeing the differences in the way we cook.

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  9. Jenn

    January 13, 2014 at 5:02 pm

    I agree with you! Valentine’s day has sure change since the dating years! DH and I have been together for 15 years and this year we will be spending it in the airport on the way back from Vegas with DD2. Not very romantic but it will still be precious

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  10. Debbie Denny

    January 13, 2014 at 5:41 pm

    These are great tips. Wonderful date night.

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  11. Jennifer B

    January 13, 2014 at 5:52 pm

    Thanks for these wonderful date night tips! Great for Valentines!

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  12. Pam W

    January 13, 2014 at 5:55 pm

    These are great suggestions for a date night in. I will always like dinner at a restaurant without the kids though, lol!

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  13. Susan

    January 13, 2014 at 6:18 pm

    Congrats on 21 years together – that’s something to be proud of. It’s important to remember to spend time together, focused on each other and date night is the perfect opportunity.

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  14. Angela

    January 13, 2014 at 6:47 pm

    That meal you made had to be a hit on date night!

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  15. Kisa

    January 13, 2014 at 7:49 pm

    I haven’t done a date night in… well really a long time!
    I’ve got to plan something at least special for Valentines day, though I shouldn’t wait that long. We need a date night, even at in home one… soon! I am thinking perhaps this Friday. I will surprise the heck outta him!

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  16. Heather Walter

    January 13, 2014 at 8:06 pm

    Even though hubster and I have no kids, we don’t often get to go out either. We enjoy just going out for dinner if we get a chance, but snuggling under a blanket and watching a movie is one of our favorite things to do!

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  17. Amanda Love

    January 13, 2014 at 8:16 pm

    Date nights are very rare in my house since hubby works at nights and I work during the day. Whenever we do get them, we tend to spend them overnight somewhere. For Valentines Day we’re planning on spending it at a hotel.

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  18. Melanie a/k/a CrazyMom

    January 13, 2014 at 8:23 pm

    We haven’t had a date night in ages… mhhh great ideas..thanks for sharing and congrats for being together for 21 years… that’s a big accomplishment…. enjoy your dates 🙂

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  19. Raquel

    January 13, 2014 at 8:32 pm

    Congrats on 21 years! That’s awsome.. I love watching a movie in our home. Going out on that night is overrated.

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  20. Amy Desrosiers

    January 13, 2014 at 8:42 pm

    For my date night, we typically do takeout, and watch some good tv before any potential “fireworks” go off 😉

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  21. trisha

    January 13, 2014 at 8:59 pm

    Very fun date night pack! Date night here also had netflix!

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  22. Rebekah

    January 13, 2014 at 9:12 pm

    We have been so busy that there hasn’t been a date nights in this house for awhile. You’ve inspired me though; I need to make this happen.

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  23. Laurie - Steals and Deals for Kids

    January 13, 2014 at 9:13 pm

    Congrats on 21 years together!! Great ideas for a date night in – btw…….that ravioli looks delicious!! 😉

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  24. jenny at dapperhouse

    January 13, 2014 at 9:40 pm

    We will be staying in too. Maybe if I buy this he will get the message LOL And OMG!!! Congrats on being together for 21 years!! (and still having fireworks after all that time too) 🙂

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  25. Wood Arts Universe

    January 13, 2014 at 9:48 pm

    These are some wonderful, original ideas, thanks for sharing!

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  26. Danielle

    January 13, 2014 at 9:59 pm

    Great tips, thank you! Our son`s birthday just happens to be on Valentine`s Day, so it is always a very chocolate filled day 🙂

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  27. Tina Ashburn

    January 13, 2014 at 10:02 pm

    Flowers! Don’t forget the flowers!! You can use petals in the tub or on the bed. Buy silk ones (they’re very inexpensive) to reuse over and over or if you’re going to a hotel (most hotels prefer this silk petals). Gee…it’s been years since I’ve had a date night and I love the idea that I can do this vicariously through you! I hope you have a wonderful time!

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  28. Pauline C.

    January 13, 2014 at 10:38 pm

    Thank you for the tips! I love watching movies + eating during valentines day, it’s pretty relaxing 🙂

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  29. Joanna Sormunen

    January 13, 2014 at 11:07 pm

    Congratulations! 21 years, that is something. You deserve to be proud. And love the datenigh ideas also 🙂

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  30. Cynthia L

    January 13, 2014 at 11:32 pm

    Sounds like you had a great date night! I love the dinner and the movie.

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  31. Brittnei

    January 13, 2014 at 11:47 pm

    These are some great ideas! Our date nights are definitely at home lately. I love lighting lavender candles and getting in our soaker tub for a nice relaxing bath. 🙂

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  32. Jennifer Brown

    January 13, 2014 at 11:57 pm

    Good thoughts. Valentines is coming up.

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  33. GossipMoms

    January 14, 2014 at 12:12 am

    This is so sexy, I love this Date Night Idea, My hubby would enjoy all of this & plus the KY

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  34. Lexie Lane

    January 14, 2014 at 12:20 am

    Awww… I’m getting very excited about Valentine’s Day. Now some great ideas here!

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  35. Lisa

    January 14, 2014 at 12:20 am

    Looks like you had a great date night!

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  36. Bibi @ Bibi's Culinary Journey

    January 14, 2014 at 1:02 am

    Sounds like perfect date night. Too bad my hubster won’t be home this Valentine’s Day 🙁

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  37. [email protected]

    January 14, 2014 at 2:05 am

    Quite the hot night there! You’ve presented a wining case for a Valentine’s date night to be remembered. 🙂
    Elizabeth

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  38. Janeane Davis

    January 14, 2014 at 3:18 am

    This is full of good ideas for date night and some interesting products after the date :dessert.

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  39. Shannah @ Just Us Four

    January 14, 2014 at 8:50 am

    We try to do date nights once a month. Sometimes we get a babysitter to go out but a lot of times we watch movies at home.

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  40. [email protected] Food Ramblings

    January 14, 2014 at 8:58 am

    I love date nights– esp making dinner together and cuddling to watch a movie

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  41. Kristin Wheeler (@MamaLuvsBooks)

    January 14, 2014 at 4:12 pm

    Dinner and a movie is always great for date night! #client

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  42. Cara

    January 14, 2014 at 5:23 pm

    This is a great idea for a date night! Mine usually consist of movie watching mainly because I love movies!

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  43. katherine

    January 14, 2014 at 10:26 pm

    Date night is totally foreign to me – haven’t had time alone with hubby in about 7 years now

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  44. Stefani

    January 14, 2014 at 11:46 pm

    I am planning a date night too! Hopefully we can get a sitter!

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  45. Rita O'Neal

    January 15, 2014 at 3:40 am

    Date nights are so important (and fun!) With kids, it is super hard to get out of the house, so you have to make due. Thanks for the great post. #client

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  46. Chrishelle

    January 15, 2014 at 8:31 am

    Date night? What is that. You would think we would have more time as our kids got older, but the time crunch has gotten worse. We will have to make more of an effort.

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