11 Date Ideas for the Common Homebody

Homebody. I feel like this has negative connotations to it, but I personally love just being at home, whether by myself or with others. Sure, I love going on adventures and going to new places. However, sometimes you just don't want to leave the house or you want to be cheap (cheap is good).

The list below is meant for couples, but they can be adjusted for single people to do by themselves or even with friends. So, let us begin!


Starting with the obvious ones:

1. Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, or any others of the sort-

    Sometimes you just want to cuddle up on the couch with your beau and watch that television show you've been marathoning for the past week, or you want to try to tick one more movie off your never-ending queue. It's just nice to sit, relax, and enjoy each other's company without trying too hard. And doesn't that sound lovely? Especially if you add a glass-or two-of white or red wine.

2. The Movie Theater Experience-

    I mean, this could potentially be clumped in with number one, but let's just go with it. 

Can we talk about how expensive it is to go to the movies? I mean, ticket prices can get pretty pricey, especially on the weekends. But, if you want to add popcorn, drinks, and candy-that can rack up the price a little high for comfort. 

    So, why not just pick up a Redbox on the way home, stop at your local video store, or even watch that movie you got for Christmas five months ago and still haven't taken off the plastic wrapping? It's cheaper and you get to sit in the comfort of your own home. You can even pop over to the store and get popcorn, drinks, and movie theater candy for way, way cheaper.

Plus, who doesn't like the ability to pause for a bathroom break instead of regretting drinking that whole 32 oz. of pop when the movie isn't close to being over?

3. Romantic Dinner-

    With this, I mean, a good Chinese takeout, pizza delivery, or both(#nojudgment here). Don't like either? What's wrong with you? Just kidding! There's always a fast food pick-up on the way home or some healthier option! It's up to you! This gives you time to enjoy each other's company without the hassle of making dinner and worrying about dishes afterwards! And yes, this can be romantic, you don't need candles for this, but they can be incorporated if you so desire. Oh, and another chance for some wine if you want it! (I do!)

A beautiful pepperoni pizza from Little Caesar's that I bought as an excuse for
 a photo!

4. Napping-

    This may be more of a daytime date, but if you want to take a nap before bed, go for it! There are many statistics on napping, and many people are saying that naps may be beneficial. The National Sleep Foundation says, napping can "improve mood, alertness and performance." On the other hand,  Mayo Clinic website says napping can go either way depending on how it's approached. Sometimes you just need a good nap and why not make a date of it? Cuddle up together and napping might making you feel closer to one another (not just literally).

5. Board Games-

    This may be a little tricky for some people-me and all the other competitive types out there. However, if you aren't a sore loser like me, the board game world is available to you. For us others, we have to pick and choose what's safe to move forward with. It may also depend on your date or how strong your relationship is to be able to handle these tremendous tribulations. I wish you luck!

    Games that people may want to be careful around: Monopoly and Sorry!

Before:

Potential after:

                                I'm just joking...maybe.

    Games that may be a bit more safe: Clue (which is a bit difficult for two people), Scrabble, Battleship, Guess Who? (Do people still play that? I loved it as a kid!), Chess, Checkers and maybe Candy Land or Chutes and Ladders (games specified for kids can get intense).

6. Video Games-

    This can also be tricky, like board games. It's less likely that things will get thrown around, but I'm sure it happens, which can be a bit more damaging than throwing a board. People can also get angry, so depending on the people- it may be best to play a more tame game. However, there are a variety of games to play and it's a good way to connect and do something together. 

7. Cooking Together-

    Option 1: This can be a cute activity to do together where you pick out a recipe, go out and buy ingredients, and then work together towards an end product. A go to recipe for me is always pasta, you can't go wrong!

    OR

    Option 2: Make a competition out of it! It feels like at this point, I'm asking for people to fight, but I swear, it can be enjoyable! Who doesn't love cooking shows? Play a variation of the show Chopped and give each other ingredients (different or the same) they have to use to see who can make the better dish. It may end in a horribly tasting mess, but you'll still have fun doing it.

8. Puzzles!

    Puzzles are a good activity for couples. It gives people a chance to work together towards a final goal. You don't need to be completely focused on it, so it gives a chance for conversation and just a chill atmosphere.

9. Read a book-

    Just reading a book together can be relaxing and enjoyable. You could even take on character voices and make a play out of it (well, you could even read a play together). If you had both been meaning to read a specific book, why not do it together? Or if you don't want to read it together, you could always read it separately and then discuss it over coffee like a book club. Whatever works for you.

10. Poetry Slam-

    With this, you can do performances for one another inside the comfort of your own home. This can be done seriously with thought out poetry. Couples could also joke around with it and do improv. They could be given a subject or have to take a topic/word out of a hat and make up something on the spot for kicks and giggles. This can also be adapted for other performances and not just poetry. Just have fun with it!

Now, if we're getting a little risky-

11. Late Night Walk-

    So, maybe you didn't want to leave the house for a date because you wanted to be lazy or didn't want to have to deal with other people (besides your date). But, I love walking at night. Depending on where you live, you may see a few people out or even no one.

Red SuperMoon from last September!

    a) It can be your exercise for the day or to just get some fresh air for a few minutes. b) It can also be a way to tell your parents or friends-'See, I do leave the house.' or c) Walking in the dark alone together can feel very intimate. Sometimes it's nice for a change of scenery, especially with a full moon and a sky full of stars (will also depend on the season and location, as well).

CAUTION; Please be careful when doing something such as this. If you decide to walk on a gravel road or somewhere where there are cars and other motor vehicles, please make sure that they can see you. Safety first!


I hope you enjoyed these ideas and get some use out of them! What kind of dates do you like to have at home?

~Rachel

    

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The problem: I have too many interests.

However, with this line of thought, I think others must feel this way.

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I think it will give me the freedom to write about anything and everything. I think that since I don't want to be in a specific niche, then others may want to read what I have to write about.
I'm jealous of the people who can stick to one topic and always have something new to write about in their specific niche, but I don't think I can do it. I do, however, need to find some focus.

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