Snuggle Time for Spouses

It's Fall. Things are winding down. You may feel a little like winding down yourself and if not you, maybe your spouse does. In anticipation of spending some quality time with your spouse, let me make some suggestions about getting prepared.

Personally prepare yourself for snuggling. Ladies, why not buy you and your husband a pair of matching flannel pajamas? Pucker up. Don't overlook filling a basket by the couch with some breath mints, gum, and his favorite candy. Oh yeah, ladies remember to get a new flavored lip gloss. Men be nice to the ladies and shave in the evenings if necessary and don't forget your lip chap, too.

A change in the seasons brings with it an increase in dry skin, so invest in a rich moisturizing body lotion. Please remember to get a routine pedicure during the Fall and Winter months. On a tight budget? Take the $10 or $20 to the drugstore to purchase products for completing a do-it-yourself pedicure at home. While there pick up some hair bands and bobby pins to keep your hair neat while snuggling!

Time to move on the atmosphere for cuddling. No matter how many blankets or comforters you have, purchase a new "date night" cover up. You also need some lighting, such as night lights or candles. If you have a fireplace, it is time to call for an annual inspection, after which you can make a toasty fire. In my house, my husband is the "fire curator". I just give him reminders to pick up a load of firewood. If you have some docorating money in the budget, invest in some new throw pillows in soft fabrics. Also change out the thin draperies for a heavier material that will hold in the heat.

Now it's food time. What warming food will be a staple in your home this Fall? Chowders, soups, breads, butters, casseroles. Now is a great time to use your crockput, throw in some vegetables, seasonings, and a soup bone in the morning for a welcome dinner at night. Need help? Check out some online recipes.

Men love the smell of food cooking. You could also do some baking on the weekends and display your cakes, pies, and cookies on the counter in a new glass cake stand. Stock the pantry with hot chocolate, coffee, and teas. Now may be the time to remind your husband you would like a whistling tea kettle, coffe maker, or cappuccino machine.

Wives make a comfortable retreat for your husband this year. Husbands fuel her budget with a few extra spending dollares to make it happen!