So it feels like it has been aaaages since we had a proper date night. I mean, don’t get me wrong, I love going on family dates, with baby Sam in tow. He makes everything more fun! Buuuuut. Well, it’s so nice to get one-on-one time with my man, too. Just us two. Even if we miss Sam like crazy and most of the conversation revolves around him. ;) It’s rejuvenating and important to connect like we did pre-baby. SO. We did just that last night. We headed out for a little movie-and-dinner date, because we’re basic like that. And it. was. awesome.
We saw Jurassic World, which was amazing. If you’re a fan of Jurassic Park, then you will like this movie. It was pretty cheesy, but so was the original, and that’s how it’s supposed to be, you know? Yeah. Thumbs up. Also, mark my words: they are sooooo going to make a Jurassic Universe. I can feel it.
We ended our date on a super fancy note, with Chik-fil-A at the park. FANCY. But also really fun. :) I love this man, so so much.
And a beautiful sunset on our family walk with our bébé whom we missed a lot! Yep, it was a pretty good day.
When was your last date night? What’d you do?
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Brittany
I seriously loved Jurassic World. I’m a huge fan of the original, so I wasn’t too surprised, but man…now I desperately need another movie. Gorgeous sunset!
Katie
YES. It was so awesome. I want to watch the first three movies again now!!
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Sarah
Awww that looks like so much fun!! Our last date was for our anniversary last month. We recently moved to NC from AZ and hadn’t had a date in almost a year, but last month we visited AZ over our anniversary so my mom watched our daughters while we went out of town for the night! Ah-mazing! Now, we have a lot of at-home date nights that are really fun too! Our girls are 3 and 1, so I probably won’t be comfortable leaving them with a babysitter for a few more years if I’m being honest!
Katie
That sounds like so much fun!! What an amazing anniversary trip! :) And we always have at-home dates. They are just as fun, I think! It’s not where you go or what you’re doing so much as who you’re with. <3 And I definitely understand your hesitation with babysitters- it's tough when you are at a completely new place and don't know/ trust anyone yet!
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Bonnie Way
We do dinner and movie dates a lot too! Though they’re getting more expensive… :( Our last one was for the latest Avengers movie (hubby is a big fan and he’s gotten me hooked). I’ve never actually seen Jurassic Park… so probably not going to see Jurassic World. Glad you enjoyed it though! :)
Katie
We’re going on a family trip soon, and my little cousin is going to make us watch Avengers because it’s his favorite movie ever and we still haven’t seen it!! Okay, and by “little” I mean 21 year old… I feel old. ;) And girl, you NEED to see Jurassic Park! It is a classic!
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Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries
You guys are too cute! We love us some Chick-Fil-A!! I think we went there on our last date too. ;)
Katie
Haha we had only ever been there once, but it is SO good! Those sauces, though!! ;)
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Jennifer
Yay for date nights! My kids are 4 and 2 and we finally made date night a priority. (Like once a month! Haha)
Katie
YES, it is so important! It’s hard to make time for, though, so I totally commend you for making it happen once a month!! That’s huge! :)
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Catherine @ foodiecology
Jurassic World + Chick-fil-a = awesome date in my book! And what a gorgeous sunset.
It’s been ages since the hubs and I had a proper date! We were just talking about maybe doing a hotel/spa “staycation” while the inlaws watch the babe.
Katie
Aww I LOVE that idea! I have been wanting to do a staycation! Such a fun idea- I hope you get yours! :)
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Rachel
Our last date night was just last week, but duel purpose; I accompanied my husband to a small businesses pitch competition becuase he owns his own company. It was fun though, watching him network and kick ass in the business world – plus the food and cocktails were ON POINT. It also didn’t hurt that he won second place for his pitch – it was great exposure for the business.
My best friend babysat and Colin was asleep in his crib when we got home, so she stayed a while longer and we all celebrated the win with some delicious wine. It was a great night!