I recently read an article about how to be romantic all year round and how you should not wait until Valentine's Day to show your love for your spouse. There were some great ideas in this article, many of which did not require a lot of time and money. One idea that really inspired me is the one about a monthly gift. I think picking up a little something for your spouse once a month just to say that you were thinking of him or her would be fun, romantic, and would add some anticipation to a marriage. This should be a low pressure gift, perhaps something little that you saw while you were out that made you think of your spouse.
For those months that you do not just happen to see something you think your spouse would like, I enlisted my husband to help me make the lists below. These are lists you can turn to if you need a back-up gift idea.
Monthly Gift Ideas for Your Husband . . .
1. A favorite cake, pie, or other dessert that needs to be specially ordered from a restaurant or bakery
2. A 6-pack of one of his favorite beers that he rarely gets to have
3. A movie he had mentioned once that he wanted to see a long time ago, but never did
4. 9-holes of golf
5. A tie (if he has to wear them often)
6. A clever novelty t-shirt
7. The latest book by his favorite author
8. The latest issues of a few of his favorite magazines that he does not subscribe to
9. A video game he would like that you can play together
10. A container of munchies or treats to keep at work
Monthly Gift Ideas for Your Wife . . .
1. A jar candle in a scent you think she'll love
2. A charm to add to an existing charm bracelet or necklace
3. A favorite cake, pie, or other dessert that needs to be specially ordered from a restaurant or bakery
4. A mixed bouquet of flowers
5. A movie she had mentioned once that she wanted to see a long time ago, but never did
6. The latest book by her favorite author
7. The latest issues of a few of her favorite magazines that she does not subscribe to
8. A new scarf (if she likes to wear them)
9. A pair or two of fun novelty socks that fit her personality
10. A few shades of nail polish or lipstick you would love to see on her
If you have any ideas about small thoughtful gifts to give to a spouse, I would love to hear them. My husband and I are going to try this, so I will certainly need more ideas for the future.
Go here for more great ideas about how to show your love all year long.
