I've talked before about How I LOVE when my husband dates other women but just wanted to make sure everyone knew about Chick-fil-a's Daddy Daught Date Night. They support daddy's setting aside special times to show their daughters what healthy dating should look like.
I helped our daughter get dolled up for their funny night on the town with daddy. They got to pick out one of their fancy dresses, get their hair fixed up and even got to wear some lip gloss! We talked about how fun it can be to have times where we look extra special. While primping we talked about manners, and how much their daddy loves them like Jesus, no matter what and wants to spend time with them, talk with them, get to know them even more and just having some fun.
They had a ball {pun intended}! WHen they got to Chick-fil-a they showed their paper with their printed reservation information on it. They were then seated at a special table that had been decorated just for them with a pink table clothe. One of the employees came to their table to take their orders, took their payment there, and returned with change and their meals just like a 'fancy' restaurant. Chick-fil-a had a balloon and a Rose for each girl. They ate, and talked, ate and talked and then played in the toy.
I knew they were home by the loud commotion when they burst in the door trying to tell me about all that had happened. {swoon}
My hubs takes our girl on dates often. Some times its to run an errand, to a favorite restaurant for ice cream and touch screen games and some times it to Chick-fil-a for a full-blown fancy dancy date. They treasure them all.
Does your husband date your daughter(s)? Do you have any inexpensive date ideas to share?
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This is so sweet! Yes, my husband takes the girlies on dates. They each get a special night every-other month. We have done this for years. In fact they were worried they would have to stop their special date nights after they get married, but both of the guys think it is sweet, so we will keep it up as long as we live near each other! They take turns picking the restaurants and/or activities so each girl gets six “big” dates a year, with them planning three and their dad planning three… They do mini-dates from time to time, but the “rule” for mini dates is that can’t ever be planned more then an hour in advance and can’t cost more then $10! These usually happen spur of the moment. One recent example is on a run to Lowes Allie and Paul called and say they won’t be home for lunch, they have declared a “mini-date!” Then they went out for hot dogs & chocolate milk and strolled down the board walk while eating them and chatting. I love that they do this… My husband is not much of a talker so I get to hear most of their stories… I love they get this chance to catch up and feel close to their dad!
I love the idea of mini dates, BIG dates, and declairing dates!!! I knew other people out there had it together with fabulous ideas! Thanks for sharing. Soooo just read this to the hubs ;0) Thanks for sharing the inspiration!!! {dating daddy after married- swoon!}
BTW: how’s the wedding planning x2 going???
Wedding planning is going… well, fine… We are pretty much on schedule and over budget. That sounds just about right for a wedding that is 42 days away.
Please, please, please pray for us… We are going through a trial or maybe an attack… We are unsure what we are going through… We are in a position where we are reduced to claiming God’s promises and clinging to prayer and worship… I wrote about in on my blog… The post I am linking you to is from Wednesday, and here we are on Saturday, knowing no more than we did at the time I posted.
http://www.highmaintenanceaspirations.blogspot.com/2012/05/though-my-heart-is-torn-i-will-praise.html
Please pray for everyone involved!
Wow…is there a place I can email you about this. I would love to talk and pray with you more. I’m just not sure if either of our comment sections is the right place.