.: DATE OUT!

Saturday, February 4, 2012

DATE OUT!

Dave and I took Corbin on a date out this week. Usually either Dave or I take one of the kids out just to get one-on-one time with them. Corbin coined the phrase "date out" a couple of years ago. I used to call it date night out and Corbin shortened it. The kids love one-on-one time with the rents. Stuff we do:

go out for ice cream
slushies at Target
Go to the Library and read books
Book Fair
Out for hot chocolate
Bike Ride
Movie
To the store to get a treat

They feel special and ask for date outs all of the time. We love it.

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melissaFebruary 5, 2012 at 11:19 PM
So cute! What good parents you are! We keep talking about doing one-on-one dates with the kids, but we just don't ever seem to find the time to do it. When I grow up, I want to be as wonderful a mom as you are.
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Ben and LaurieFebruary 6, 2012 at 10:09 PM
I love this idea. So glad you guys are making it work. We are still trying to get there! I miss your cute family. Beth says she has really enjoyed getting to know you better. I'll give you a call next time I'm out there!!
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thecollettesFebruary 10, 2012 at 1:11 AM
Mel! Do the one-on-one dates. Even for 30 minutes, you will not regret it! You make me laugh..."when I grow up". Ha! Thanks, you are the sweetest. for reals. Laurie--you have a few more kids to work with than I do... :) Beth is great! I'd love to hang out next time you come again!
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Saturday, February 4, 2012

DATE OUT!

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