While Husband Appreciation Day officially passed
on April 21st, there’s no such thing as an inappropriate time to
show just how much you adore your significant other.
Whether it’s for his hard work, loving care for
the kids, those awesome back massages or simply as a small surprise,
we’ve put together a list of 7 budget-friendly ways that you can
spoil your husband.
Take the Kids Out
Remember when your parents would leave the house?
That sense of freedom, knowing that you have the whole space to
yourself for a few hours, isn’t lost when you become a parent.
If anything, the desire for some alone time grows
even stronger, especially for a hardworking father.
Bring your kids along on a shopping trip and give
dad some time to relax, unwind and rejuvenate. Leave some of his
favorite drinks and snacks on the table as an added bonus.
Surprise Him with a Treat
A long day at the office can be draining, even for
the strongest of men. Surprise the man in your life with a quick
visit and a small treat. Be it a tasty cupcake, a refreshing coffee
or his favorite beef jerky snack, your efforts will be met with great
appreciation. If you have a busy day ahead, drop a love note in his
briefcase or pocket before he heads off to work.
Cook up His Favorite Meal
Men love food. Period. Spoil yours with his
favorite dish. Whether it’s a continental breakfast in bed, or a
hearty
evening dinner, he’ll feel
like the first time you crossed eyes.
Dance
The premise is simple: turn down the lights, turn
up the stereo and go
for it. Even if it’s in
the dining room.
Solve a Problem
If he works from home and complains about back
pain, pick up some heating pads, give him a massage or spoil him with
a new office chair. If the kids’ rooms are a mess, a little
clean-up job will be greatly appreciated. If the fridge is looking
frighteningly empty, fill it up. Your efforts will take one less
stressor off his mind and put a smile on his face.
Spoil Him with a Unique Gift
While chocolates and whiskey make for great gifts,
why not take it a little further? For example, if your hubby is into
geology or enjoys collecting random doodads, the internet offers
plenty of options. You can buy
rare stones and metals online
and some sell real gold nuggets from around the world. It’s all
about thinking outside the box.
Give him a Heart Attack
Not in a literal sense - that wouldn’t be very
nice. The idea is to cut out some construction paper into hearts and
tape them all over the interior of his car. It’s super cute and
he’ll absolutely adore you for it.
CONVERSATION