(click to listen to what i was listening to while writing this blog)
remember as kid, growing up,
and your grandparents would say
"well, when i was a kid, all we needed was a rock and sticks to have fun!"
i don't know about yall,
but unless we're talking about some hardcore game of baseball
it's hard to believe that those two small things could bring much "fun."
but as for this blog
i'm going to post some fun date ideas.
and yes, i know what you're thinking...
...guys actually know things to do?
it's true.
and i'll list some great idea's that i've used in the past.
One.
there's this amazing device called an ENO.
they list for around $75 at some outfitter stores
but i'm telling you;
it's a great investment.
What is an ENO, you say?
God's gift to man.
it's a simple hammock
made of parachute material
heavy duty
comes in set sizes of regular
and double nest (the best size for those snuggle hangs)
Applying it to a date.
two ways.
A.) if you've been dating the set person for a bit, you can pack a picnic and take her out by the water. find two trees that are about 10 feet from each other, depending on the length of the slap straps that you buy. (personally, i would go to Home Depot and just buy rope and create your own) with that being said, it's fun for casual dates, especially if you're a college kid on a budget and looking to score some "sweet points."
B.) though the double nest hammock is great for those cuddling moments, it can also be used to sit in. if this is your second or third date, you can take her out during the afternoon for a casual "hang out" sesh. NOTE: save the sunset moments for when yall are together. you never want to warn a girl off by doing the sweet stuff first. maybe i'm wrong?
Deaux.
surprise her by showing her that you're thrifty.
for the girls that i've dated, i know that they've both enjoyed it
when you do thrift store shopping.
but what to do, you say?
simple.
take $20 out of the bank
(yes, you can spare $20 for her)
and then either get change for 2 $10's
or if you want to be clever
you could always just rip in half
(don't do that though because you're now out $20)
Applying it to a date
if you're like me, you're from the south
and we've got millions of thrift stores
give her $10 and head straight to the thrift store
the key here is to see who can buy the most random things
if you're thinking that's too easy,
then spice it up a bit:
have a project that yall two want to create
while shopping by yourselves
find objects that'll lead to creating this
example.
paige was quite thrifty when it came to making things. men of America, we do not, i repeat, DO NOT use pinterest. so, naturally, we are at a disadvantage of finding things to create on our own. some good ideas for things to make/decorate would be like
a.) a chest that'll hold your memories
b.) an old chair to re-create and give to a family member
c.) a picture frame that yall could make with pictures of yall
d.) something completely random.
Three'sees
let's just keep this one simple, and easy.
find a small child that has a lemonade stand
and buy their stand
but here's the catch...
don't be cocky about it.
some girls don't like to be covered by money
and if you walk up there and start throwing out bills like it aint nothing
(feel free to donate some to me)
ha!
but do it to help a kid out
it'll show that you're more than what meets the eye
and come on,
what girl doesn't like a guy who knows how to help someone out?
Quatro
Themed Nights of The Week
Movie Monday
but have fun with it
on the first week of the four in a month
have a 40's theme
then next week, a 50's theme
and so on
Taco Tuesday
as college kids,
we both know what that means
make different tacos each week
as you would with the movies above
Wine Wednesday
i'm a red kind of guy
(Jacob's Creek)
buy different wines and try them out
be sure to keep to brands you've never heard of
it'll make for more fun
Thirsty Thursday
kind of like the one above
but try different restaurants bars
and their special drinks for the night
with those few ideas in mind, you can come up with your own themes for during the week when yall are either studying, or just have extra time to kill.
El Five'o <---clutch spanish right there
surprise her
go to her work and bring her favorite beverage
and/or snack
when you go to leave her work,
leave a flower on the front of her window
with a little note that says
"i can't wait to see you tonight!"
So for the somewhat clueless people of MERICA
that needed some quick and simple date ideas,
i hope that these somewhat helped!
Dear Juliet,
It's nights like these when the stars are out just perfectly, and I cannot help but want you by my side. You know, the last time I was in that old hammock, I accidentally stepped on the inside and ripped it. It did me well for about 5 years, but like a lot of other things in life, with time it ages. I wonder if you'll be the type to never want the "highest" dates in life all the time. I hope the simple will always be good enough for you, no matter what because the simple things about you, like your smile, will always be enough for this guy. I miss you more and more everyday, and as always, I cannot wait till the day that you're mine forever. Wherever you are tonight, I hope you sleep well and just know that there's not a star that I have not wished for you on tonight.
Yours Truly,
Evan
