Normally on a Saturday, my husband and I would be finding something to do together, even if it is just house and yard work most of the time. But he's on extra hours this week - so off he went to work - on a Saturday afternoon. Whatever was I to do? Could have beaded. Could have read-ed (sorry-couldn't resist). I'm sure the dogs would have loved to have me spend the time here with them. BUT - "spend it wisely" said the man handing over the $20 bill.
So......it took me until he was at the end of the driveway to decide what I was going to do with it. I treated myself to a movie - a matinee, popcorn and a LARGE SODA (we NEVER drink soda) all to myself. My movie choice - "Hope Springs" - Meryl Streep, Tommy Lee Jones. Definite chick flick. ADULT chick flick. Hubby would have hated it if I ever could have talked him into it in the first place. But really - it was another one of those movies that they hawk as funny - which really wasn't so much. There were a few chuckle moments - and many times I was shaking my head in agreement of the situation they were troubling over (gee - you mean I'm not the only one that feels that way? They actually put that thought in a MOVIE?). I'm glad I only paid 7 bucks - but still find that TEN DOLLARS for a MEDIUM popcorn and a pop is an outrageous rip off! Movie theaters should hang their film strips in shame!
So now I have just shy of 3 more hours to kill before hubby gets home to finally enjoy his weekend - and then it's back to overtime hours again next week. Not complaining - we REALLY REALLY need to $$$ - but I do like spending SOME time with him. Normally we spend a few hours together in the morning and early afternoon - but when he doesn't arrive home until 2 am - and then doesn't wind down and come to bed until after 4, which has him sleeping until after 10....well, you get the picture.
Our outing to the lake on a trail walk earlier this week....before the hectic work week began....
Hope your holiday weekend is special. Fill it with fun, family, and wonderful memories....
Peaceful beading,
TTFN
1 comment:
Sounds like you had an awesome time. we all need down time to ourselves. That's was keeps our sanity in tacked. But, I am with you on the Popcorn & soda. I think that's highway robbery. Oh well, if it's once in a while, I say, go for it. Enjoy the rest of your holiday weekend.
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