First Valentine's Day as a married couple? Well, Brett was at work most of the day, and I had a job interview. We didn't get to see each other until about 6. What did we do? Well, we tried to go out for dinner, but without reservations, it's impossible to get a table without waiting over an hour. But then we discovered the genius idea of getting take-out. We got Carrabba's Carry-Out, and instead of waiting over an hour, we only had to wait about twenty minutes. Then we got a movie, and ate at home. Not romantic? No, I think it is. It was our own little beginning of a Valentine's Day tradition. At least, until we have kids.
We decided that waiting over an hour for the ambiance wasn't worth it when we can have a comfortable dinner at home while watching a movie. It turned out to be a great Valentine's Day, despite the lack of preparation and restaurant.
And seriously, how could Valentine's Day be anything than wonderful with this cute hunk of a husband?
I think that is a great way to spend Valentines! We do things a little different too. Most couples go out on a romantic dinner and leave the kids behind. Us on the other hand, we bring all of our kids. This is the one meal a year where they can order whatever they want. After all, that is what you do when you go on a date!!
ReplyDeleteI love our tradition! And I love that you are establishing yours. :)
This is a tradition you can do when you have kids, too! When we feel like a Valentines or anniversary dinner and its just too busy to go out on a date, we put the kids to bed and one of us runs out for takeout. It is nice to eat a meal in the comfort of your own home and save $$ by not using a babysitter or paying tip to a waiter.
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