A Table for Two (or One… and One): Dating My Husband All Over Again

One of my favorite things in the world is going out to lunch or dinner with my husband. It’s not just about the food (although we do enjoy good food). It’s the connection, the laughter, the great conversation we’ve created over time. He always gives me great ideas and wisdom.

But every now and then, we like to switch it up. Sometimes, just for fun, we’ll sit at different tables—yes, separate tables like strangers—and pretend we’re meeting for the very first time. Or we’ll go to a bar and pretend to be strangers. And let me tell you sometimes I go home with my date on the first night. 😉 

It’s hilarious, exciting, and surprisingly romantic.

He’ll send over a drink, or I’ll seduce him to come sit with me, or strike up a conversation like a man trying to shoot his shot.

 I’ll play the role of a stranger or mysterious woman who’s just trying to enjoy her meal. We flirt, we joke, we even ask each other outrageous questions like, “So… what do you do?” or “Do you come here often?” Or “what are you looking for” as if we didn’t just fold laundry together that morning.

It might sound silly to some, but to us, it keeps the spark alive. It reminds us not to take ourselves too seriously. It keeps us connected to the “why” behind our love—not just the bills, the routines, or even the blessings—but the playfulness and chemistry that started it all.

Marriage isn’t just about being together every day; it’s about choosing each other every day. And sometimes, that means choosing to be goofy, creative, and a little spontaneous. It’s in those moments—laughing across the room, playing pretend, and sneaking kisses in the parking lot like teenagers—that I remember how fun love can be.

So if you're married, dating, or somewhere in between—try it. Sit at separate tables. Meet each other again. Ask your spouse their name like it’s brand new. Stare at them like you’re meeting for the first time. You might just fall in love all over again.

Because sometimes, the best kind of date is the one where you already know how the story ends—together. 💕