Our Back To School Couples Fun Ritual - Back to School, Back to Us

 

Tomorrow marks the first day of school for our household —and we always celebrate our children growing up with a special appreciation for each other. This year it my turn to pick how we celebrate.

So while the kids are stepping into new classrooms and fresh routines, my husband and I are doing something a little different this year… He doesn’t know it yet. So you are getting some exclusive news. But….

We’re heading to the spa.

That’s right. I booked a couple hours for a couple’s massage and carved out a little slice of peace just for us. After a summer of snacks, sunscreen, schedules, and “Mom! Dad! Watch this!”—this is our quiet moment to breathe, reconnect, and remind ourselves that we are more than just the parents in the carpool line.

There’s something sacred about reclaiming time as a couple, especially when your lives revolve around everyone else's needs. The school year can feel like a race from August to May. So I decided to start it differently this time—rested, relaxed, and in sync.

It’s my way of saying: We matter too.

So tell me—what are you doing this year to celebrate the first day of school? Did you cry at drop-off? Sneak in a coffee date? Take a nap in total silence (because let’s be honest, silence is a luxury)?

Whatever it looks like for you, I hope you take a moment to exhale. To reflect. To smile. This year holds new possibilities—for our children and for us.

Let’s make room for joy in the margins. 💛

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