I love my little turkey.
But I also love my husband. And I love being with him without the turkey once in a while.
We don't get a lot of date night opportunities living so far from family. I'm kinda nervous about babysitters so the majority of our date nights happen when my parents are in town, Derek's parents are in town, or we are in KC. The only other time is when we have a day off and Drew's daycare is open. And guess what? Derek had Monday off and I took it off to enjoy a day date with him and without the turkey. If you're thinking "wow, they put their kid in daycare even though they had the day off?!", sorry to disappoint. We did. And then we had fun. LOTS of fun.
One of the country's largest indoor water parks is about an hour west of here and we had been dying to go. With a multitude of slides, a lazy river, three hot tubs that could fit a couple elephants each, a swim-up bar and so much more, I was pumped. It was a rainy day in the 40's and we were ready to enjoy 75 degree weather inside the complex and let loose. Like we were 8 again. And we sure did.
The giant toilet bowl tube ride was probably my favorite, but have you ever heard of a water slide ride that you actually go up? Like on a roller coaster? Well they have it. Propelled upwards by a belt under the tube, this ride can get up to 20 mph and was crazy fun. Oh, and eating greasy food and enjoying 'adult' drinks was fun too.
I definitely think dates are the key to a happy marriage. We are all with our children so much (especially you SAHM's!), that we need some time to enjoy each other. Enjoy eating food and not having a toddler pick out all your good stuff. Enjoy driving without entertaining backseat passengers. And enjoy holding hands and flirting with your man!
I know a lot of us feel exhausted amidst the hustle and bustle of changing diapers, cutting up food, giving baths and entertaining that relationships can, unfortunately, fall to the bottom of the priority list. I think one reason that Derek and my relationship hasn't fallen is because we do take the time to date again. I know I don't have it all figured out, but what I do know is that I LOVE dates with the hubs!
Sounds like a lot of fun! =)
ReplyDeleteGood for you! We had a day date too! Not at a waterpark, but still fun.
ReplyDeletePeople shouldn't judge you for taking time for yourself, it makes you both better parents!!!!
That looks fun!
Your day date looks like it was a blast!! We have family in town this week and next... We're lining up dates left and right. :)
ReplyDeleteThat looks like so much!! I wish Seattle had a big place like that!!
ReplyDelete*So much FUN :)
ReplyDeleteAH, so fun!
ReplyDeleteThat looks like so much fun. Andy & I try to have a day date at least once every other month. Like you, I think it makes marriage just that much better.
ReplyDeleteAn indoor water park sounds like such a blast!!
ReplyDeleteI totally get you with the babysitters...it's so hard finding someone you know well enough and trust!
Good for you! I know you've been lucky enough to have both sets of parents visit fairly often, but sometimes you just need to grab whatever opportunity presents itself. Sounds like you had fun! Enjoy this next week with your family in town. Aunt Karen
ReplyDeleteMan, I totally agree! Every now and then you just need couple time! We're like you guys in that we don't really do babysitters, so date nights are few and far between, but when we get them, it's AWESOME! :o)
ReplyDeleteThat looks awesome! We definitely need mommy/daddy time sans kids!!
ReplyDeleteThat looks like sooo much fun!!!!
ReplyDeleteThat is awesome! Good for you guys! We don't have family close either so dates are tough for us - and I still have a hard time leaving the kids at bedtime. I know, I know, I gotta get over it, lol! You are inspiring me though:)!
ReplyDeleteWe put our kids in daycare for dates too! I used to feel guilty, but I don't know why. Connor is always so excited to go and I'm such a better mom when I'm a happy wife! =)
ReplyDeleteSounds like a lot of fun. No harm in putting your chid in daycare while you go on dates. A lot of people put their kids in DC even if they both aren't working. Come on over and visit my blog!
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