Enhancing connection
I know this blog is specific to the area I live in, so if you live in another area, think of similar ways you can go on a date.
West Texas has a variety of date night spots that will enhance your connection. Whether you have been together for a few years or are just now getting to know one another, this list is chalked full of ideas that will add explorative energy to your relationship and may deepen your bond. Worried about finances living in a boom town? That aspect is covered as well, some of these ideas are inexpensive, while others are free, yet creative.
Date Ideas: creating the bond
Creating a bond between two humans is the best part of being alive. Here are a few ideas that allow you to get to know the person on a deeper level, tune into your Self and explore the growing cities of Odessa/Midland.
Buffalo Wallow/UTPB trails/YMCA duck pond-take a stroll and/or talk/listen to some music
UTPB duck pond-pic-nic
Comanche Trails-disc-golf or a bike ride
Sherwood Park- play on playground equipment
Parks Legado/Medical Center Hospital-farmers market
Ellen Noel Art Museum-art gallery
Ellen Noel Art Museum/Odessa College-ceramic throwing/painting
Painted Potter-painting ceramics
Cheers to paint- paint on some canvas
Cpl Rays Coffee-coffee shop chat and/or bring a game to play
Volcano Sushi/Red Oak/Jersey Girl Pizza/Cork and Pig/TABOO-dinner
Cinergy-arcade games
Diamond lanes-bowling
Green Acres- putt-putt golf
Family Armory-shooting range
Old School Wrestling- local indy wrestlers
Jackalopes Hockey/UTPB Football/Rockhounds Baseball- go to a local sports game
Keep an eye out for the car clubs in town hosting events to view their automobiles
Buying/playing “We’re not really strangers” *Added bonus: buy the “Honest Dating” deck add-on
Buy art supplies and paint together
Sending each other music for lyric interpretation and/or listening to each other's music
Date Ideas: deepening the bond
Have things been going well in your relationship and you both would like to take your dates to another level? Here are some ideas that explore how well you two work together, ensure lots of laughter and deepens intimate connection.
rOMing yoga-yoga class and/or couples yoga class (see how well you work together!)
Love to dance studio-dance classes or FREE option, dance in your house/ on your patio
University Park-play frisbee or tennis
Wagner Noel, 10 Sports Bar & Grill-comedy show/stand-up
Wagner Noel- ballet, musical performances, dance performances
Permian Playhouse, The Globe Theatre, Midland Community Theater- musicals/theatrical performance
Loop 338-enjoy a scenic night drive
La Casa Verde Nursery/Johns Corner -shopping for plants; gardening and/or planting together
Fun-run or working out with the other doing what they like (change it up!)
Garage Sales/Estate Sales
Day trip somewhere (so much potential to get to know someone better and hello road trips games! )
Laying under the stars and moon listening to music or talking
Shopping for/cooking a meal together
Gathering at family/friends house with games (make sure to switch out so you both mingle with each other’s friends/family)
The commitment
Getting to know one another, your Self and your environment is a lifetime commitment. If you have started picking one item at a time or have completed them all, one thing remains certain: You have now explored the corners of West Texas, your body, mind, and soul and have created an everlasting connection with another. These connections are the essence of life and the love being shared is the currency of our humanity. Thank you for being a part of the change in the world. Remember to have fun, laugh, and love with all of your being.
Self-Care Books
47 Simple Wellness Tips for the Body, Mind, and Soul- Kendra Pennington