5 Date Night Ideas To Help You Through Quarantine
I think everyone can agree it is a really hard time right now. You can’t leave the house, everyone wants toilet paper, and all of your relationships are starting to feel a little long-distance. The closest I’ve ever gotten to a long-distance relationship was dating a guy from Queens but same difference, right? I mean the distance between Brooklyn and Queens without a car FAR ASF. So, I have a few tips to help weather the storm (COVID-19) that’s causing an immensely high divorce rate in China.
Find Out Each Other’s Love Languages
If you haven’t heard of the 5 Love Language Quiz, I suggest you try it out. This quiz is essential for couples, old or new because it teaches you what kind of language your partner speaks. Let’s not forget how important communication is, especially now. It is important to learn each other love languages because what you may like may not be your partner’s cup of tea. The 5 Love Languages are Words of Affirmations, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Quality Time, and Physical Touch. They pretty much all are what they sound like, but it is crucial to take the quiz and not make any assumptions about what you think yours is.
Once you find out your partner’s love languages check out the list of ideas below and see what works best for you.
Dinner Date
Just because you’re not together doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have dinner together. Pick a time, order food to their house, and eat a meal together. If you want to get really romantic, pick a recipe and make it together over video chat. Once the meal has been prepared set the table. Pour some wine, light a candle, and enjoy a beautiful dinner together over the phone. This may not be able to replace a fancy dinner date but it’ll definitely show them you’re thinking about them and it’s creative.
Netflix & Chill
We spoke a little bit about Netflix Parties in my Social Distancing Post. If you haven’t heard, you can watch Netflix through a computer extension with a group. They offer a chat room, so if you don’t want to speak during the movie you can type. If this all seems way too intricate for you to do, opt for the regular idea: pick out a show, call your beau, and watch it together over the phone. Sure you won’t get to snuggle up with bae, but at least you can Keep up with the Kardashians and not miss out on Movie Night. Fire up the video call, lay in bed, and position the camera just right so it’s like you’re watching movies together. Just remember, no one likes someone who finishes shows without them.
Thinking Bout You
No, this isn’t just the name of a Frank Ocean Song. Do something to let the other person know they’ve been on your mind. Being stuck at home doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t spoil your partner in any way that you can. Whether it be a bouquet of flowers or their favorite meal straight to their door, just send your other half something that will leave them with a smile on their face. If you want to get old school, write them a letter, even though we’re in the age of technology a hand-written letter amid a global pandemic sounds kind of cute. Social Distancing is important, so if you’re going to deliver it yourself, make sure to leave it at the door and stay at least 6 feet away.
Around The World in 1 Date
Remember all of those places you wanted to go to together? The Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, The MoMa on a free Friday? Well, now you can explore them (virtually). To help ease our minds during quarantine, a lot of places are still open virtually. Take a refreshing walk on the High Line through google maps. View some of the art on display at the MET, enjoy a day on the water in Amsterdam. Super tricky because this all is through a computer screen, but it’s the effort that counts. Take all the online trips you can until you can do them in person.
A Drive to Nowhere
For all my licensed and car having folk, here’s a great idea for when you physically need to see your person. Pick a location and take your cars out for a drive. Watch the sunset or watch a movie on your phone. Lay in the back seat of your cars while you stare at the stars and talk about your dreams, whatever suits you. Just make sure you are in your own cars, at least 6 feet away, and not touching. Sometimes you need to get out of the house, and as long as you are not putting anyone at risk while you do so… go for it.
Lastly, never forget to check-in. It may be a really hard time for everyone, but always just see what your partner is up to. Ask them about their day, tell them what happened. Even if your day consisted of watching the birds land on your windowsill. Allow some normalcy into your lives, you need it now of all times.
Peace Out Quarantine Cuties,
Bri.
