Another Perfect Day

When I woke up on Saturday, the first thing I realized was that Brad was gone. That could only mean one thing- he'd gotten up with the kids so I could sleep in. I laid back down, grateful for the kind gesture, especially since I'd been a bit of a brat the night before. I was debating whether or not to go back to sleep when I heard a most delightful sound. Suddenly I heard Brad and the children break into a loud chorus, "Away in a manger, no crib for his bed . . ." I could hear them from across the hall. I grinned. What a nice way to wake up. It completely cheered me up from the slightly grumpy mood I'd been in- feeling bad because of my late night brattiness. Instead, I decided to be grateful. I said my prayers and got up.

Later on, Brad watched the children while I went shopping. And no, it wasn't grocery shopping- it was the fun kind- I had some great coupons I wanted to use. I was able to get some things for the children and a delicious orange smelling lotion for myself. By the time I got back home, I was thoroughly relaxed. It was a nice contrast from the night before when we had suddenly turned insane and decided to take three children grocery shopping past their bedtime. What were we thinking? Noah had a huge melt down. It was very fun. NOT. So, I was enjoying my kid free morning.

I came home, fed the children lunch, tidied up and got ready for my date with Brad. We'd been trying to go on a date for more than six weeks- but every time we'd had it all lined up, something happened- the first time the sitter canceled, then I got sick, then the babysitter wasn't available, then Brad got sick, then I got sick. So we were pretty much DESPERATE for a day out together. I guess the sixth time is the charm! We decided to go canoeing in the Provo River- we'd been about a year and a half ago and had loved it. It was perfectly lovely.

Afterwards we split the most delicious steak salad at Cafe Rio. Basically a perfect day. Couldn't get any better than this.