

{"id":14143,"date":"2017-03-20T09:06:15","date_gmt":"2017-03-20T09:06:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/?p=14143"},"modified":"2023-02-15T16:02:37","modified_gmt":"2023-02-15T16:02:37","slug":"romance-ideas-for-busy-couples","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/romance\/romance-ideas-for-busy-couples\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Modern Romance Ideas for Busy Couples"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-45834 size-full\" title=\"Modern Romance Ideas for Busy Couples\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Modern-Romance-Ideas-for-Busy-Couples.jpg\" alt=\"Modern Romance Ideas for Busy Couples\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modern romance is quite different from romance a few decades, or even a few years ago. With people marrying later, or not at all, hectic work schedules, and modern extended and stepfamilies, romance is changing. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes it can be hard to find time for lengthy romantic dinners or trips away. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A busy life doesn&rsquo;t mean romance has to take a back seat, however! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can have a very modern romance, no matter how busy you are. If you want to inject a little modern romance into your hectic life, try out some of these simple romantic ideas for couples.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-Leave-each-other-notes\"><\/span>1. Leave each other notes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>However busy you are, modern romance indeed allows you some of these exciting yet time-saving&nbsp;romantic things to do.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A romantic note only takes a few moments to compose, but will really brighten your partner&rsquo;s day. <strong>Write down some sweet nothings telling them how much you love them<\/strong>. Make a list of things you adore. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps you could write them an IOU for a date night, shoulder rub, or bath together.&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leave a note tucked in their lunch bag, briefcase or purse, or inside their care windscreen.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>These&nbsp;romantic ideas for her are bound to sweep your beloved off her feet.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-Take-a-stroll-in-the-park\"><\/span>2. Take a stroll in the park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This is indeed one of the idyllic romantic evening ideas for couples.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A stroll in the park is a little shot of old fashioned romance that fits into a busy modern life. All you need is an hour of free time and each other. <strong>Find a local park, nature reserve or seashore, and stroll hand in hand, enjoying each other&rsquo;s company<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For added romance, pack a simple picnic of fresh fruit, cheese, and wine. Look out for free events in your local park &ndash; what could be more romantic than a stroll while a band plays?<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-Create-a-private-blog\"><\/span>3. Create a private blog<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-45835 size-full\" title=\"Create a private blog\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Create-a-private-blog.jpg\" alt=\"Create a private blog\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p>This is one of the exciting&nbsp;romantic couple activities that ideally entails modern romance.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take your romance online with a private blog just for your partner. Sign up to a free service such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tumblr.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Tumblr<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livejournal.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Livejournal<\/a>, create a password-protected blog, and write them a little note with the password and address. <\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use your blog to write down memories of the two of you, tell them what you love about them, or make romantic plans for the future. <\/span><\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This romantic activity is the perfect getaway that you can access when you are stressed, bored, or when you simply feel like visiting the nostalgic lane.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-Cook-a-meal\"><\/span>4. Cook a meal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give your busy modern life some extra modern romance by turning everyday chores into opportunities for a little couple time. Instead of ordering takeout or cooking the same old dishes, <strong>get together for a romantic cooking session<\/strong>. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out your local farmer&rsquo;s market or artisan store for delicious, fresh luxury ingredients, and bring them home. This romantic activity can help you spend some time together in the kitchen, concocting something special.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Watch this video to improve your skills for a healthy romantic relationship:<br><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gh5VhaicC6g\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-Share-a-massage\"><\/span>5. Share a massage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A massage is a quick and easy way to boost couples&rsquo; romance and physical intimacy. If one or both of you has had a hard day, set aside half an hour to give each other a back and neck rub. <\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Splash out on some gorgeous scented oils, light some candles, put on some relaxing music, and let your troubles go.<\/span><\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A massage will leave you both feeling relaxed, while the touch and physical closeness will rekindle the flame and leave you feeling closer than ever.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-Make-a-playlist\"><\/span>6. Make a playlist<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Show your partner you care with their very own playlist. You can use an online service such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.napster.com\/us\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Napster<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spotify.com\/in\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Spotify<\/a>, to create a list of songs just for them. They can listen to it wherever they are.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Put together a playlist of songs you know they love<\/strong>, or songs that are important to the two of you. Or why not make a playlist of number one songs on their birthday every year, for a musical look back at their life?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>These simple romantic ideas for him will hardly take any time and energy. But your boyfriend will appreciate your loving gesture as this is something they would have never done of their own.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-Work-out-together\"><\/span>7. Work out together<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-45836 size-full\" title=\"Work out together\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Work-out-together.jpg\" alt=\"Work out together\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get fit and spend some time together with a shared workout. Don&rsquo;t worry &ndash; your partner doesn&rsquo;t have to see you sweating it out at the gym! Pick a fun activity to do together, such as swimming, jogging, dancing, or ten pin bowling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/depression\/guide\/exercise-depression#1\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Exercising together will release endorphins<\/a>, which make you feel good and give you some valuable bonding time too. Stop off on the way home for coffee and some time spent enjoying each other&rsquo;s company.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-Send-a-saucy-text\"><\/span>8. Send a saucy text<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the modern romance ideas that most of the young couples would agree to is sending a saucy text message when your partner least expects it. This is going to leave your loved one beaming with joy.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A quick text message is the ultimate modern way to make sure you are on your partner&rsquo;s mind. No matter how busy you are, you can make time to send a quick text. <strong>Your partner will love being reminded that you&rsquo;re thinking of them<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Melt their heart with some seriously romantic texts, or get a little saucy to whet their appetite for later. Your partner&rsquo;s day will be so much more interesting, thanks to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9-Have-a-lunch-date\"><\/span>9. Have a lunch date<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you work close enough to each other, have a lunch date. Take a bagged lunch to a nearby park or city square, or grab a bite to eat in your favorite cafe. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>Even if you find these&nbsp;romantic couple&rsquo;s activities to be cliched, these ideas very much cater to the concept of modern romance.&nbsp;<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;Just about half-hour lunch is good enough for a bite to eat, a chance to catch up with each other, and some stolen kisses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Seeing each other in the middle of your workday will feel like a mini date<\/strong> and give you a warm glow to get you through the afternoon.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being busy doesn&rsquo;t have to put a stop to the romance in your life. You can certainly try out a few of these modern romance ideas&nbsp;for married couples or couples in general. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These romantic activities for couples can help you keep your relationship healthy and your partner happy, no matter what life throws at you each day.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false,"raw":""},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Modern romance is quite different from romance a few decades, or even a few years ago. With people marrying later, or not at all, hectic work schedules, and modern extended and stepfamilies, romance is changing. Sometimes it can be hard to find time for lengthy romantic dinners or trips away. A busy life doesn&rsquo;t mean romance has to take a back seat, however! You can have a very modern romance, no matter how busy you are. If you want to inject a little modern romance into your hectic life, try out some of these simple romantic ideas for couples. 1. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":675,"featured_media":14144,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[25],"tags":[2556],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14143"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/675"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14143"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14143\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":45833,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14143\/revisions\/45833"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14144"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14143"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14143"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14143"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}