Date Nights!

Another great thing about being in North Carolina - DATE NIGHTS!  My parents and sister basically take over care of the kids and want Kris and I to go away!  Well maybe not completely, but they definitely encourage us to go out and enjoy time together which is not something we do enough! 

This time we were able to go out two nights in a row!  The first night we went to a movie and to an early dinner.  

 

It was so nice to be able to get away just the two of us and not worry about leaving John Thomas behind.  He always does great with sitters, but there is just something about knowing he is with family that makes me at ease.  Plus, knowing he has a great time!  While we were gone, they took the boys to eat and to ride Go-Karts.  John Thomas even got to ride!

The next night, we went to Boone with my best friend, Heather and her husband to have dinner and see The Band Perry.  We had a blast!  

I always cherish time with Heather!  We have been best friends since we were 15 and even though we live across the country from each other we still talk several times a week and anytime we are together we pick up right where we left off.  I am grateful to have that kind of friend! 

 The weather was really crazy, so we came prepared with the only two ponchos for sale at Walmart, size Youth!  Well not long after we were there, it came a huge storm and everyone had to evacuate the stadium and find shelter under the concourse.  Thankfully, Patrick had a huge tarp that we all huddled under to stay "dry" even though we were all soaking wet! 

After what seemed like forever, we were allowed back into the stadium for the concert.  They were one of the best shows we have ever seen!  Heather got this shot from our seats during the concert:

 

Thank you Mom and Dad, and Allie, for making sure Kris and I take time to enjoy each other!  We are grateful for you!