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Social Plans (Couples)
Definition
In theory, it’s as simple as texting your friends to get together, picking a date/time/place, and showing up. But that’s not how it works in real life, and certainly not how it works after having kids. For starters, you want your partner’s buy-in for who you’re getting together with, and you’ll need to get a babysitter, so consult with the “Childcare Helpers” cardholder. Then, syncing calendars (pre-bedtime? after the championship game?) will make you question if it’s really worth the effort. If you actually make it out the door without cancelling, you have earned a bonus cocktail.
Conception
You want to be social with your partner
Planning
- RSVPing to party/night out invitations
- Discussing with partner who you both would like to see
- Reaching out to friends/colleagues seeking plans
- Coordinating schedules
- Determining restaurant/event interest
- Designating alcohol-free driver or calling an Uber
Execution
- Working with “Childcare Helpers” cardholder to confirm babysitter
- Making reservations
- Purchasing tickets to events
Minimum Standard of Care
While there may be one more extroverted partner, is it reasonable to expect to socialize with other couples on occasion? Try to agree to a mutual comfort.