We arrived at Atlantic City early. The crowds were small, but it didn't diminish the beauty and extravagance of the hotel. We sat at a quiet table for two and were waited on by very attentive servers. The food was wonderful, but the company was outstanding. I felt like a newlywed taking pictures – not like a woman married for 18 ½ years with 4 kids (+1 foreign student).
We took a look at the dessert menu, but decided that a venti cup of Earl Grey tea and a cookie at Barnes and Noble would suit us fine. We made the 45 minute drive back home and settled into a familiar seat at the book store. We sat in comfortable silence, shared a few things of what we were reading, made observations, browsed the bargain books, and then left for home. The unfortunate thing is that it was only 8:30 when we arrived at the house so only one out of five kids was in bed. Oh well. I enjoyed my date with my husband.
I realize that I blog a lot about my marriage and my family. I hesitate sometimes because I don't want others to think that I have it perfect or that our family has it all together. Come to our home any day of the week and you will know otherwise. However, I do consider myself to be blessed. I like to share those blessings with others. Please join me in appreciating the blessings in your life no matter how small (or how big).
I don't consider our life to be indulgent or extravagant. I do have 5 kids in our home for goodness sake. I enjoy an indulgence every now and then and tonight was one of those nights.
3 comments:
What a great night. Thank you for reminding me of my own blessings as well! Have a Merry Christmas Sandy!! I'd love to plan a trip home to see my family soon. Hope we can get to meet then.
You didn't even make the dinner. I did. How wrong. we are definitely not the perfect family and this is the perfect example of why.-Laura (her daughter)
What a nice treat for such a cute couple. It is always OK to indulge a little. Our marriages are worth it:)
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