Here is one idea to do as a couple, that is easy, fun and can be very romantic: cook a meal together. Plan a night when the kids will be gone and plan a menu. Turn an ordinary meal into a romantic evening by doing it together.

Choose something to make together that you will both enjoy. If possible, choose something your spouse would like. My boyfriend and I did this recently and made Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo. It was perfect and is now one of our favorite meals.

The next step is to purchase the ingredients. If you don’t have everything you need, this romantic evening could turn into a tragedy! Be sure to buy a bottle of wine, or some kind of drink, you can enjoy together.

The next step is up to you. You can either tell your spouse about this, beforehand, or you can wait until he is home for the day to spring the news. It is probably a better idea to let him know ahead of time, to avoid other things getting in the way.

Before you begin cooking, turn on some light music and have a wine toast. Enjoy each other’s company while you prepare the meal. Before eating, set the table and be sure to include candles. If the weather is nice, plan to eat outside on your deck or patio.

This activity is one that can really bring a couple close to each other. Turn the night into whatever you would like, by adding other activities, such as dancing or going in your hot tub, if you have one.