When my eldest daughter turned baby-sitting age, we started going out to breakfast every Sunday morning. It's cheaper than dinner-dates, but it gave us time alone together.
At one point, we became too busy to do pretty much anything together. We started a ritual wherein I would make coffee and bring it back to bed. We had coffee and chatted until it was time for me to go to work.
In answer to your question "What pleasant rituals and traditions might you be able to bring forward from your past?" I'd have to say none. These are a couple that I'd like to bring back, but it's not to be (at least right now).
I'm just posting them for anyone who might be looking for something "convenient." These two rituals don't require a whole lot of cash or time.
Oh yeah. Another one that would be nice for those whose spouses are amenable is the "one minute kiss." Pick a time of day, and take a pause for a kiss. Don't let go for a minute. Time it. It has to go on for a minute. It sounds kinda contrived, I know, but it's nice.
