Every first week of the new month we have what we call "New Budget Month Dinner." It's a standing date that involves zero guilt for spending a chunk of change on a nice dinner out together. Not only is it good for our budget to be deliberate when spending money on dining, but it gives us something consistent to look forward to and an opportunity to try new restaurants. The special-ness of these dinners also means we really focus on each other. It's considered sacred time — phones are put away and conversation is purposeful and fulfilling.