Elder Sister,
Do men still complain about the cost of dating? This idea occurred to me last week, if you Follow us onlineI’ve been getting out a lot more lately. From museums to music events, I enjoy going out and having fun. All of the events I’ve been to recently have been free, and some even had free alcohol. Which is why the issue of complaining about the cost of dates has come to a head recently. I’ve been married for almost nine years, and one of the things that has been important to my husband and I since the beginning of our marriage is to keep each other entertained on dates.
We’ve always made dating a priority, but dates don’t always have to be expensive. When we first started dating, we would frequently use Groupons to try new places in Greensboro or Raleigh. We were two people in our 20s still figuring out life, and while we were figuring out life, we made spending time together a priority. Spending time together doesn’t have to cost a ton of money. One of our favorite dates still is going to the movies on Tuesdays because Regal has discounts on Tuesdays. Plus, we seek out new experiences, like: No skippingI went there recently and it was an amazing musical experience, completely free.
If I could leave you with anything, it would be this: Date yourself, and date your significant other. Be open to exploring more in this life and trying new things. I grew up in a household where many people around me limited themselves, either because of religion or their own fears. Because of this, I lived my life with a lot of fear of doing new things until I was in my mid-twenties. One day, something clicked inside me and I realized there was more to this life and this world than what I had seen, and I wanted to explore more.
I want that for everyone around me. I want you to want more. What that more is is different for each person, but I want you to know that you don’t have to limit yourself. Also, stop limiting yourself because of money. Entrepreneurs like me are often on a budget, but don’t let that limit you or your experiences. Find free events and go out there. I hope this inspires you to go out too, sis.
What are some free or affordable activities that you enjoy?
May God bless you.
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