Buy him a subscription to his favorite magazine. Special Music Select numerous songs that your mate would enjoy and have them either recorded on a cassette or burned on a CD that can be enjoyed while driving to and from work. If you have a clogged garbage disposal and your boyfriend or husband is able to unclog it, compliment them on being handy. 77.
Take this time talk, watch other people with their kids, and then just walk around, hand-in-hand.
There are going to be differences in opinion, and probably some disagreements. There are hundreds of things you can do to better your relationship. Be patient and encourage new directions while being honest about concerns that might arise. Guess what they did on Saturday? To add a little spice, record a few secret messages every few songs just reminding them how much you love and appreciate them.
You will both appreciate what you have even more as well as your own special relationship.