I’m lucky to be married to a wonderful man who not only loves me but fully embraces the fun and playful side of our relationship. We’ve always made it a priority to keep things lighthearted, even in the middle of busy schedules and the chaos of everyday life. Today, I decided to take that spirit of playfulness out into the world in a harmless and unexpected way.

While wandering through the grocery store, I found myself in front of the avocado display, staring at the endless pile as if I didn’t know what to do. That’s when an idea struck me—a little moment of innocent mischief. I spotted a man nearby, clearly focused on his own shopping, and decided to ask for his help.

“Excuse me,” I said, holding up a random avocado with a confused look, “Do you know how to tell if one of these is ripe? I’m hopeless at this.”

His face lit up, and his bashful smile was absolutely adorable. He immediately stepped in like an expert, explaining the subtle art of avocado selection. He even picked up a couple, gently squeezing them before handing one to me with a proud, “This one’s just right.”

I played along, nodding and thanking him like he’d just saved my day. As I walked away, I caught him glancing back with a little grin, and it made me chuckle.

When I got home and told my husband about my little adventure, he laughed and shook his head. “So, did you get the best avocado in the store?” he teased.

It’s moments like these that remind me how much fun life can be when you let yourself step outside the routine. A tiny, harmless bit of flirting can be such a refreshing way to keep things lively—not just in your own life but in your relationship, too. My husband and I both know it’s these little sparks of mischief that make life—and love—that much sweeter.