Serious romance is hard work and just so, well, serious. Does it have to be? How do you and your husband relax? My guess is you need a few laughs to enjoy each other.
Here's a romance test for you. Would your husband rather cuddle up with you on the couch and watch a) The Notebook; a gorgeously romantic tear-jerker of a movie or b) watch dust settle on the flat screen TV.
Well, when you put it that way, I guess I'd have to say my husband would rather polish the silver than watch a movie like The Notebook or The Bridges of Madison County. Now, my husband can get all sweet and romantic-like, but he's more likely to cuddle up to a movie with a few, good laughs. Those serious romantic movies tend to make his eyes glaze over.
There are some very important men in my life besides my husband. They have made movie night with my husband a wonderful part of our romance. So, a big Thank You goes out to Jim Carrey, Ben Stiller, Matt Dillon, Adam Sandler, Bill Murray, and Owen Wilson. A funny movie, with a nice love story weaving through it, is the perfect ticket in my house for a relaxing evening and a happy man. Romance is a funny thing.
If your husband is like mine, he's feeling the same need for romance with a healthy dose of belly laughs. These are some of our favorite fun movies.
The Princess Bride (1987): Is this a kissing book? The Princess Bride is the story of a woman who is being forced to marry a cold, evil prince, while her true love tries to stop the wedding. I don't know how many times I tried to get my husband to watch this movie until finally I just put the movie in, clicked play, and hid the remote. It's now one of his favorite movies. He likes it because of the comedy and the fighting. I love it because it's just a joy to watch.
Groundhog Day (1993): This movie is not only funny, it's a look into human potential for love and living life through the repetition of one, dreary Groundhog Day... over and over and over... until a miserably cryptic weatherman, played by Bill Murray, can get it right. Through the process, he tries to figure out how to win the love of the woman who, well, starts out really not liking him in the least. The movie is a classic and one that you'll want to watch over and over and over and over...
Wedding Crashers (2005): Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn are at their hilarious best in this movie. They are two divorce mediators all week and 'wedding crashers' on the weekend. They don't just sneak into weddings to meet women, they make themselves part of the party. They dance, get in the pictures, and make up stories about who they know... and everyone believes them. Eventually, you know there has to be a love entanglement or two. There are some love and life lessons to learn. You'll enjoy this light-hearted pick.
The Wedding Singer (1998): Adam Sandler plays a 1980's wedding singer, Robbie, who is a classic example of everything we knew and loved... even the mullet hairstyle! He meets and befriends the lovely Julia, the waitress at the wedding reception hall. Robbie sinks into despair when his fiance leaves him at the altar. Julia is going to marry a man that is just all wrong. There are so many funny and touching moments, that you'll want to watch this movie over again and again to catch it all. Oh, and, the song Robbie sings to Julia, 'Grow Old With You', will brings tears to your eyes... and your husband, too.
Fun With Dick and Jane (2005): Life is good for Dick and Jane, until the stock collapses at the company that Dick works for, and he's made to be the fall guy. Losing all their money, their home, and their respectability in the community, tips the couple right over the edge. Off they go on a ridiculously funny blue-collar crime spree. But, when things take an unexpected turn, they turn their crime spree into something to heal the working people and the town. Jim Carrey is funny, crazy, and sweet, all at the same time. Lots of laughs and a warm ending.
Love Actually (2003): This movie portrays eight stories of love in its many forms. The stories show romantic love, as well as love of a father for his son, love between siblings, and love of friendship. It's a beautiful story that shows that Love Actually is all around. These stories are funny on so many levels, but also deeply touching. Get your hanky ready and snuggle up.
Taking romance seriously can really be hard to do, especially if your husband is like so many others. They need a laugh or two to relax and start to enjoy themselves... and you! Pick out a funny romantic movie, get cozy, and enjoy your time together.
Here's a romance test for you. Would your husband rather cuddle up with you on the couch and watch a) The Notebook; a gorgeously romantic tear-jerker of a movie or b) watch dust settle on the flat screen TV.
Well, when you put it that way, I guess I'd have to say my husband would rather polish the silver than watch a movie like The Notebook or The Bridges of Madison County. Now, my husband can get all sweet and romantic-like, but he's more likely to cuddle up to a movie with a few, good laughs. Those serious romantic movies tend to make his eyes glaze over.
There are some very important men in my life besides my husband. They have made movie night with my husband a wonderful part of our romance. So, a big Thank You goes out to Jim Carrey, Ben Stiller, Matt Dillon, Adam Sandler, Bill Murray, and Owen Wilson. A funny movie, with a nice love story weaving through it, is the perfect ticket in my house for a relaxing evening and a happy man. Romance is a funny thing.
If your husband is like mine, he's feeling the same need for romance with a healthy dose of belly laughs. These are some of our favorite fun movies.
The Princess Bride (1987): Is this a kissing book? The Princess Bride is the story of a woman who is being forced to marry a cold, evil prince, while her true love tries to stop the wedding. I don't know how many times I tried to get my husband to watch this movie until finally I just put the movie in, clicked play, and hid the remote. It's now one of his favorite movies. He likes it because of the comedy and the fighting. I love it because it's just a joy to watch.
Groundhog Day (1993): This movie is not only funny, it's a look into human potential for love and living life through the repetition of one, dreary Groundhog Day... over and over and over... until a miserably cryptic weatherman, played by Bill Murray, can get it right. Through the process, he tries to figure out how to win the love of the woman who, well, starts out really not liking him in the least. The movie is a classic and one that you'll want to watch over and over and over and over...
Wedding Crashers (2005): Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn are at their hilarious best in this movie. They are two divorce mediators all week and 'wedding crashers' on the weekend. They don't just sneak into weddings to meet women, they make themselves part of the party. They dance, get in the pictures, and make up stories about who they know... and everyone believes them. Eventually, you know there has to be a love entanglement or two. There are some love and life lessons to learn. You'll enjoy this light-hearted pick.
The Wedding Singer (1998): Adam Sandler plays a 1980's wedding singer, Robbie, who is a classic example of everything we knew and loved... even the mullet hairstyle! He meets and befriends the lovely Julia, the waitress at the wedding reception hall. Robbie sinks into despair when his fiance leaves him at the altar. Julia is going to marry a man that is just all wrong. There are so many funny and touching moments, that you'll want to watch this movie over again and again to catch it all. Oh, and, the song Robbie sings to Julia, 'Grow Old With You', will brings tears to your eyes... and your husband, too.
Fun With Dick and Jane (2005): Life is good for Dick and Jane, until the stock collapses at the company that Dick works for, and he's made to be the fall guy. Losing all their money, their home, and their respectability in the community, tips the couple right over the edge. Off they go on a ridiculously funny blue-collar crime spree. But, when things take an unexpected turn, they turn their crime spree into something to heal the working people and the town. Jim Carrey is funny, crazy, and sweet, all at the same time. Lots of laughs and a warm ending.
Love Actually (2003): This movie portrays eight stories of love in its many forms. The stories show romantic love, as well as love of a father for his son, love between siblings, and love of friendship. It's a beautiful story that shows that Love Actually is all around. These stories are funny on so many levels, but also deeply touching. Get your hanky ready and snuggle up.
Taking romance seriously can really be hard to do, especially if your husband is like so many others. They need a laugh or two to relax and start to enjoy themselves... and you! Pick out a funny romantic movie, get cozy, and enjoy your time together.
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