Dollar Store Date

A couple of months ago I found myself in the local Dollar Tree on a Friday night.  As I was perusing the aisles, I was thinking about how fun it would be to go on a date to the dollar store.  So, grab your spouse and follow these instructions for a fun night out!

Each person gets $5.  The goal is to find items you think your spouse will like.  You can also play different variations of the game and make categories such as longest, tastiest, cutest, strangest item, etc.  Set a time limit (such as 20 minutes) and begin shopping.  Don’t let your spouse see what you pick out and buy.  Meet back up at the car when the time runs out.  Grab some dinner off a dollar menu on the way home and show each other what you picked out.  You’re sure to have a great time and have a few laughs.

This date helps couples take the time to let loose and have fun.  Being able to laugh and be silly is good for the soul and promotes happiness in our lives (including marriage).  This can also be a good lesson in budgeting and staying within our means.  Having good financial discipline can really help increase happiness and decrease stress in our relationship with our spouse.

Tell us about the wackiest item you found on your dollar store date in the comments below.

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