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back to back

We had two date nights in two days (I'm sure that is a record for us)! For our first night out, we had just enough time to squeeze in a movie. I had been wanting to see The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, after it was so highly recommended by a friend. I loved the book and read the sequel last month and I'm expecting the 3rd and final book this week from Amazon. It would be perfect!

After driving around looking for parking, we were 10 minutes late. Normally that wouldn't matter, since most previews last at least 30 minutes. Unfortunately, the movie had already sold out. After quickly scanning the reviews of the other movies, we decided on Ondine . I think we were both surprised at how much we enjoyed the movie. It was different, sweet and entertaining - I really loved it. (Yes, Colin Farrell is in it and that was a plus!)

For our second night, we had plans to meet friends for dinner and then to see Storm Large perform. We went to Belly for dinner and it was really, really good. Our friends set us up with great wine pairings and we had a lovely dinner together. Storm Large's show was high energy, as usual, and it wrapped up just shy of midnight. Way past our bedtime, but well worth it.

It was great to get some time out on our own - we look forward to more opportunities in the future!

on my own

In January, hubby had two back-to-back business trips to the East Coast. One was even over a three day weekend. I actually don't mind when I'm on my own with the kid. We usually get along pretty well when daddy is out of town, as long as I plan wisely. Typically, I will schedule more playdates then usual and often I will have a special activity scheduled as well. It helps to keep his mind off the fact that daddy is out of town. 

I decided it was high time that I have my own special activity. I had been wanting to see the new George Clooney movie. I figured I should treat myself, especially since hubby had already seen it. One morning last week, I went for my morning run, did a few chores around the house and headed to the movies. When I bought my ticket, I had to clarify that the matinee price was really $8.50. I remember when they were only $3.25 (Oh, now I feel old!). That wasn't going to stop me...

chick flicks

In the past week I have managed to squeeze in two movies: Duplicity and Sunshine Cleaning. I was lucky enough to get a friend to go with me to see Duplicity (It helped that Clive Owen was in the movie).

I've been seeing trailers for Sunshine Cleaning for a few weeks now and it looked interesting. I had the option of running some errands or catching the movie by myself. Not a tough decision. Hubby was out of town most of the week and I needed a little break. Since the kiddo was covered, I went to the movies. 

I have always enjoyed the movies. So does hubby, we just don't always agree on which movie to see. I think I've seen more movies by myself since the kiddo was born - I'll take the break when I can get it, even if I'm by myself...