Take this time talk, watch other people with their kids, and then just walk around, hand-in-hand. Start by creating a trail of rose petals from the door to the kitchen where your mate will find a note to go to the bedroom. This is a way to validate your respect for each other. This is a wonderful way to interact with each others friends as a couple.
It is important to separate the two parts of your life and keep you work at the job, and when at home, pay attention to your mate and/or family.
Even if you do not understand everything being said, listen with interest. When couples have been together for a long time, the makeup comes off, the nice clothes turn into oversized sweats and tee shirts, and instead of cuddling on the sofa or floor, one sits on the couch and the other in the recliner. Do not make excuses in fear of your mate not liking, loving, or respecting you.
Open Your Eyes Do not drive yourself crazy with this, but take notice of how your relationship is going.