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Celebrating anniversaries is important to many couples, whether they’ve been together for a few years or a lifetime. However, it can be difficult sometimes for a couple to “keep it fresh” and find new ideas on how to celebrate their love. Here are some ideas to help. Some are new, and some are tried and true.
Dinner and a Movie
A couple could rent the first movie they watched together and pair it with the meal they had together. Even if these initially occurred on different dates, this can be a fun combination for a nostalgia trip. Some might live near a restaurant that serves the same kind of cuisine. They could go there and order the same things they ordered for that first meal together. Alternatively, they may wish to cook the meal together.
Being Tourists in a Familiar Place
One fun little gambit is to tour a city with the fresh eyes of a pair of tourists. They may want to try it in the city they currently live in. Or, they can go back to the city where they first met. Going to parks and museums as if they are seeing them for the first time can create a sense of adventure that adds novelty to a familiar place. A kooky souvenir would be a whimsical anniversary gift.
Pretending to be Strangers
Another fun anniversary gift idea is the go to a park or coffee shop and pretend to be strangers. One partner could approach the other as if meeting him or her for the first time and try to “pick them up.” Creative strategies or pick up lines could stimulate new interest in an old relationship. An established couple can find a new approach to meeting and wooing each other.
Design a Photo Collage
Friends and family may want to help with the almost daunting task of collecting all the best photos of the couple together. They can arrange them artfully or, if they have the talent, shrink the pictures and arrange them into a colorful mosaic in the shape of a heart or other romantic object. Adding pictures of their favorite things and places helps to round out a collage so that it won’t contain only pictures of the couple themselves.
Cuddle Marathon
Perhaps they could spend the entire day in bed together watching old movies. Novelty pajamas or soft, fuzzy blankets make for a cozy environment to relax and enjoy each other in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. The couple could watch YouTube videos on simple massage techniques to soothe aching shoulders and try them out on each other. Eating their favorite foods in bed is another way to enjoy each other’s times together.
Taking a Class Together
Another fun anniversary gift idea is to take a class together. Cooking classes can be an exciting way for couples to build their skills and have new flavor adventures together. Working as a team is a great metaphor for a marriage or long-term relationship. On the other hand, they may want to take an exercise class and motivate each other to get healthier and build stamina and strength.
Keep Being Creative
It is possible to come up with a near-infinite number of ideas for creative ways to celebrate an anniversary. Thinking outside the box can be a fun exercise for couples to find new ideas and strategies for adding novelty to an established relationship.
