My life is so boring and my husband is about to go back to Iraq and I want to do some things as a family that dont cost alot that we can get into before he leaves. We both go to the lake alot but I cant fish because I am mommy and I have to take care of the baby. I try to suggest things for us to do and he shoots me down on all of them saying it costs too much or something. We have been married 2 years and we are super in love but we are boring as can be! Please give me some suggestions. I only have a limited amount of time before he is gone for 15 months and I want to make this time memorable!!
2007-07-20 04:34:01 · 15 answers · asked by MyOpinionMatters 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Thanks janicajayne I asked for a suggestion not a psychology report on myself. I dont have a lack of intrest...Everyday is the same so I would like to twist it up a bit. But thanks for pointing out there is a problem here :)
2007-07-20 04:58:11 · update #1
Thanks janicajayne I asked for a suggestion not a psychology report on myself. I dont have a lack of intrest...Everyday is the same so I would like to twist it up a bit. But thanks for pointing out there is a problem here :)
2007-07-20 04:58:25 · update #2
Go to the beach, picnic in the park, amusement park (your baby might really like this, mines did at that age), read to each other, take a lot of family photos, do a road trip
2007-07-20 04:39:35 · answer #1 · answered by plumprump26 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Truly, you can do anything you want to with a 5 month old. Maybe a movie wouldn't be practical, but there's many options that aren't costly. You could in fact fish with the baby in a car seat or poratble play pen type thing. Get one of those Kangaroo pouches and go hiking, a picnic, bike riding or what ever type of nature is around where you live. Children's museums are inexpensive and fun for the whole family, you must have a stroller, correct? Browse around the mall, go for a walk, a car ride, anything! Do make the most of your time, you will be sorry if you dont!
Good Luck!
2007-07-20 12:32:44 · answer #2 · answered by Primordial Soup 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Picnics! The little one can play with toys (or sleep) while you and your hubby can enjoy each other's company.
What's important is that you spend time together, regardless of where it is. Take the time to snuggle together with a movie because in a few months you will be snuggling with no one. Lay in bed an extra few minutes or go to bed early and enjoy his arms holding you. Kiss and love and promise each other to stay true during the separation.
Find a project to do while he's gone. Scrapbooking, filling up photo albums, lose weight, helping baby to walk and talk, etc. Give yourself a reason to get up in the morning so that you don't become depressed. And whatever you do, STAY AWAY FROM THE NEWS.
2007-07-20 11:42:01 · answer #3 · answered by theewokprincess 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How about a picnic in the park? Lay a blanket down on the ground and if your baby can crawl, let him/her do that whilst you and your husband eat and chat the day away....take nice long family strolls through one of those scenic trails.
If you have a museum in your area and they don't charge alot (some accept small donations, as apposed to an entry fee), then go for a wander through there.
Invite friends and family over for a nice afternoon backyard barbie....there's many things families can do together with babies and some of them don't cost a cent.
Also, check your local paper for things you can all share in.
2007-07-20 11:45:58 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is absolutely no reason that you can't fish just because you're a mom. Women in Asia used to carry their children into the fields and work with them. Don't fall down the mommy hole where you talk to everyone like they're your child and you think you can't do stuff because your MOMMY now. Going to the beach is fun, so is going to the mountains. Maybe your husband doesn't want to go and do things. Maybe he just wants to stay home and soak up some normalcy.
2007-07-20 11:39:55 · answer #5 · answered by maigen_obx 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check your local paper or websites and see if your city's symphony puts on summer concerts...they're usually free and you can spread some blankets and bring a picnic and enjoy some family time with the baby and also have a romantic evening with your husband, while enjoying great classical music or fun summer-themed concerts.
2007-07-20 11:37:30 · answer #6 · answered by roja_senorita_76 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
our baby was like 6 months when my husband left for iraq... we took the baby to chuck e cheese and let them take pics in the booth we only spent like five to ten dollars. We played games with the baby and made her press buttons, like the light up game...and we played games against each other (the other one held the baby). We got a birthday cake for the baby since he was going to miss the 1st birthday and let the baby mess in the cake it was fun and we took pics.. afterwards the baby was tired so we got to spend some alone time together.. it was a good day.. we aldo bought a kite to fly with the baby as soon as he gets home(something to look forward to)
2007-07-20 11:44:11 · answer #7 · answered by sckr4luv 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Why can't you fish? The baby can sit right next to you in it's little seat and watch you fish. What's the problem? You need to quit blaming your lack of interest in activities on the baby and admit what the real problem is.
2007-07-20 11:37:42 · answer #8 · answered by janicajayne 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Take the baby to the sitter to get some "alone" time. Or, you can pack some food and have a picnic with the baby.
2007-07-20 11:37:11 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have a picinic in the park, go hang out with friends. Make sure to make time for just him without baby. Good luck to you both.
2007-07-20 11:39:48 · answer #10 · answered by jhardinmom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋