88: Brian and Heather's Day at Maymont Park [Behind the Scenes]

Welcome to the Love How Deep Podcast with Brian and Heather Mayer. 

We have a special treat today, in that we invite you into a behind the scenes day at Maymont park in Richmond, VA with us!  

In this fun and relatable episode of the Love How Deep Podcast, join Brian as he sets the scene for a spontaneous quality time adventure with his wife, Heather, at the beautiful Maymont Park in Richmond, Virginia. Get ready to use your imagination as they share their day filled with simple joys and unexpected moments!

In this episode, you'll "experience":

• The Excitement of a Spontaneous Outing: Hear about the initial packing and anticipation for a simple picnic date in a local park.
• The Unpredictability of Plans (Even for Groceries!): Relive their humorous stop (or two!) at the grocery store as they gather their picnic "vittles" – fruit, crackers, spinach artichoke dip, and of course, chocolate!
• The Joy of the Journey: Imagine the music playing and the singing along in the car as they finally make their way to Maymont Park.
• Setting Up a Relaxing Picnic: Picture the scene as Brian and Heather find the perfect spot to lay out their charcuterie-style lunch and soak in the beautiful surroundings.
• Unexpected Animal Visitors: Chuckle along as they recount their close encounter with some very interested geese who seem to have a taste for human food!
• Friendly Competition with Card Games: Get a mental image of their relaxing card game session, featuring "Sky Joe" and the ever-competitive "Cover Your Assets," all set to some chill French music.
• The Beauty of Maymont Park: Take a virtual walk with Brian and Heather as they explore the rolling hills, the historic (and currently being renovated) Dooley Mansion (which Brian affectionately calls the "Mini Biltmore"), and the peaceful grounds.
• Exploring the Gardens and Landmarks: Imagine strolling through the Italian Gardens, admiring the colonnade and the sound of the waterfall, and then meandering into the serene Japanese Gardens with its unique walkways and Japanese maple.
• The Simple Joy of Spending Time Together: Throughout their adventure, Brian and Heather highlight the importance of simply getting out and doing something together, even if it's a place you've visited many times before.

Key Takeaway: This episode reminds us that quality time with your spouse doesn't have to be elaborate or expensive. Sometimes, the most meaningful moments come from a spontaneous outing to a local park, filled with simple pleasures and shared experiences.

Resources Mentioned:

• Love How Deep Free Date Night Ideas: lovehowdeep.com/date-night-ideas  

Call to Action:

• What are your favorite free or low-cost activities to do with your spouse? Share your ideas in the comments below!
• Think about a local park or beautiful spot near you. When was the last time you had a spontaneous outing there with your loved one?
• Make a plan this week to do something simple and fun together!

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