LIFESTYLE
the new date night story by Rebecca Giese
Dating can be hard regardless of the circumstances, but things have gotten tricker during a global pandemic and quarantine. How can you make memories, learn more about your significant other, and enjoy each other's company outside of everyday situations when most general entertainment is closed. With a dash of creativity, you can have a lot of fun, and you won't miss the traditional "dinner and a movie" date night. • Spend some time outdoors. Enjoy one of the many rivers, creeks, and lakes around the Pee Dee via Kayak. Maybe hike at Sugar Loaf or walk at Kalmia Gardens. There are so many options to enjoy nature around the Pee Dee! • Go stargazing. On a clear night, take all the blankets and pillows you can find and drive to a location off the beaten path. Arrange cozy bedding in the back of the van, the bed of a truck, or on some soft grass. Enjoy a night of listening to the coyotes' howl and crickets chirp, while guessing the constellations. • Learn a new hobby together. Instead of a regular date night, take time to learn something together, whether it's trying golf or picking out a craft kit, enjoy that time together and laugh at the hilarious struggle that will ensue. • Themed dinner night. It is an excellent replacement for a traditional "dinner and a movie" date, cook together a meal based around a favorite movie. After or during dinner, enjoy watching said movie. • Have a game night. Teach each other a favorite family card or board game. You'll laugh a lot just don't get too competitive. My top choice of board games has to be Ticket to Ride, easy to learn, and harder to master. • Do a puzzle. Puzzles are vastly underrated. The harder the puzzle, the better work together to see the puzzle completed unless you lose a couple of pieces, been there done that. 40 40
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June November 2020 2019
