That night was spent at Jill's for game night. We played one game of Catan, which seemed to last a long time (Randy won), and then watched Flight of the Conchords for the rest of the night. Such a funny show, but I agree with Lucy, it's not for everyone.
Saturday Adam and I enjoyed an entire day to ourselves thanks to Jill who offered to have our girls over for a sleep over. Delightful. I slept in and read in bed for an hour after waking up. We finally got ready and headed out for the day. We waited 20 minutes to have lunch at Cheesecake Factory where we enjoyed a good meal and conversation, despite the crazy people next to us that insisted on a booth. We also took home with us a jar of Thai peanut sauce, which made for a delicious meal yesterday (did you know you could buy their sauces and dressings?). We then went to a movie, 21, it was the only thing playing that wasn't rated R and we were both in the mood for darkness and entertainment, but it wasn't that great. The popcorn and company were good though.
Sunday I told myself I wasn't going to nap because it often messes with my schedule, but I couldn't help it. I was so tired I just had to. So about 3pm after dinner I laid down and Adam came in about 5:30pm to wake me up. Drat...that's way too long and too late to be able to recover from and go to bed at a decent hour. Aargh, another poor choice. At 7pm I had a youth conference meeting, which I wasn't happy about having to go back out for, but it unknowingly saved me from a sleepless night or so I think (just the act of going out made me exhausted). I came home, read for a couple hours and then went to bed at 10:30pm. It was nice (for once) waking up this morning at 6:30am feeling refreshed and ready to go.
I even ran this morning with a goal in mind. Apparently Adam's family wants to do a 5k with the whole family...kids and all. I'm not sure how it will work out with my girls. I don't think they could walk a 5k (without complaining) so I need some pointers to help them get ready. I am glad this morning to have something to work for to push me. I ran/walked 3 miles in 45 minutes so hopefully in a few weeks running will stop hurting and become more enjoyable.
8 comments:
sounds like an awesome weekend. how fun that your girls requested pictures. and even more fun to have saturday to yourselves. that is such a treat.
yay for sleep and good luck with the running!
how nice to have that family outlet to take your girls and have the option of an alone day or weekend....my brothers live in town, but it never occurs it to them! I think i loved the swing and slide shots the best! WOW...those are amazing. and thanks thanks thanks for the tips on the sauces...I love their wraps...the ones where you put the chicken in the lettuce and all kinds of goodies, and bought the butter lettuce at costco, which is delicious by the way...but i refuse to do them wihtout their sauces and often find myself thinking...I want to go and see if they can sell me some.....wow! I am out the door!
I am really jealous that you guys went to Cheesecake, I haven't been yet. I hear the wait is very long but I like that place, so it's worth it, right?
Running!? Amy I am so impressed. I'm excited that we are all doing this family 5K thing. I think it will be great. I hope everyone realizes that a 5K is not a serious thing- it's just for fun. You can walk, push a stroller, do whatever. I am trying to get my kids ready by going for walks 3-4 times a week, about 30 minutes. In a few weeks we'll do some longer walks. I am sure they'll be fine. I think it's good to get the kids working for a goal. They will feel so proud of themselves at the finish! I can't wait.
Goodness, you're already running/walking the 3 miles?! I'm impressed. I'm concerned about getting my family ready for this event for sure.
love your running photo. excellent capture of an everyday moment!
Oh, good...now I can laugh with you about favorite scenes from flight of the conchord. It's just one of those shows you hate to love.
Awesome running picture. I can see you setting it up. You look like you're going so fast! Way to go.
I can't wait to see all the posting from your family about this 5k. I just read a post on Jill's blog and she mentioned it too. Blog posts in the making, I can see them now!
We enjoy Flight of the Conchords, too. I can't even imagine being at home with no kids overnight, I don't think that's ever happened here! Waking up on your own time, reading in bed, a daytime date. It all sounds like heaven.
and the swing photo is amazing!
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