The older we become, the more Christmas can look like one large bill rather than a time we set aside to spend times with those we love the most. And as you struggle to find that perfect gift for the man in your life, I’m here to suggest a few simple and affordable options that could make his Christmas that much brighter. Not all gifts have to be a large box, a big bow, and an oversized price tag to match. Get him everything on the list, and it won’t cost you a penny, but you better start getting your renewal vows together, because there’s no way he’s letting you get away for another man to have all this fun.
1. Sleep
Sometimes
all a man wants is to close the door, pull the covers over our heads and
snore uninterrupted for approximately 3 – 7 hours straight. Show your
husband some hotel-style turndown service with a preset alarm clock and
the sounds of Kenny G playing softly in background, and he may look in
your eyes while shedding a tear of gratitude. Then he may change the
music, but he’ll still get the best sleep of his life and wake wondering
where he ever found such a thoughtful spouse.
2. s*x
This is the no
brainer that for some reason we still need to bring up. More than
anything, your husband wants to know he’s still desired by his wife. And
believe it or not, he still wants very much to be emotionally connected
as well. For men, it happens through attentive s*x. There was a time in
your lives when the two of you couldn’t keep your hands off one
another. I mean, how did your kids get here, right? Show him you still
can’t keep your hands to yourself, and block off some intimate time to
remind each other you’re still that same couple – just in more a
seasoned package.
3. Night/Day out with the fellas
Sometimes a man needs to talk about men issues with other men around.
Historically, you haven’t been that thrilled to discuss Sport Center’s
Top 10 list, and he’s been dying to talk about Odell Beckham, but can’t
seem to get to you grasp the gravity of the situation. Call a few of his
happy hour buddies and tell them to surprise your man at the local
watering hole for a few hours. He’ll come back refreshed and ready to
watch more of HGTV’s greatest hits cuddled up at your side.
4. Videogame Time
Before marriage and fatherhood, your husband most likely had an intimate
relationship with Call of Duty, Madden, Grand Theft Auto – or maybe all
of them. Show him that the console isn’t a threat to your relationship
and schedule some quality gaming time for him to get reacquainted with
his digital ego. After a few hours of touchdowns, completed missions,
and dodging bullets, your husband will emerge with the smile of victory
ready to embrace the everyday challenge of figuring out what’s for
dinner tonight.
5. Full body massage
Men like being pampered too. Especially if it’s directly by their woman. After the kids go down, set the mood, tell him to relax, pour a glass of his favorite beverage, turn on his favorite tunes and go to work on his aching muscles for about an hour. Use the fact that he’s literally putty in your hands to your advantage and engage in some conversation that you have been wanting to have. It’s okay – he’s not going anywhere.
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