Today, well yesterday at this point, is my birthday. I haven't gone to bed yet, so it still falls under today in my head. It was a really nice one. We all slept in, and then we spent a good portion of the day just playing with the kids. They love playing in our big bed with us. Finn LOVES pillows fights and rough housing with Daddy in the soft blankets. Lorelai tries to copy it all but gets sensitive with the rough housing stuff. She just bounces and rolls around. Its their favorite way to play. After a while we were all hungry, so we finally got dressed and went out. Texas Roadhouse is my pick every year. I love it! It was no different today. Yummy food with leftovers for tomorrow. We came back home after and watched some cartoons with the kids. They were tired and both fell asleep for a late nap.
I took that oppurtunity to sneak out and meet my friend, Lucy. We met up at a Starbucks(felt like I was cheating on my Keurig) and talked for a while. It was nice to catch up. We have been close for quite a while but we had a bit of a tiff about a month ago and took some time to cool off. Today was a fresh start I suppose. We've left it in the past and are back to normal again. We followed it up with a movie. We had a hard time deciding between Guilt Trip, Parental Guidance or This is 40. We finally chose the latter. We went to Studio Movie Grill because they have deals on Groupon often. Every couple of weeks they run a deal for $6, which gets you your ticket and a soda. Its such and affordable way to go. Ive bought at least one every time it pops up on the Groupon site. Seriously, if Groupon is available in your area, go for it! They always have great deals going on and the deals change so often, there is plent of variety. They have a free app, which makes it great for finding something to do on a day when everyone wants out of the house or you want to get a good deal on dinner out. I love how many times we have been able to turn a deal into an afforable date night!
Anyways(sorry for going off topic in yet another post) the movie was funny. I think my rating of the movie would be a B. Like I said it was funny, there was straight good humor. There were also parts that were suppose to be funny but no one laughed at. I do think there was enough good humor to make up for the not so great humor though. Its not appropriate for young ages at all. The more serious personality probably would not enjoy it. It also wouldnt be classified as bubbly fun either. The movie is basically trying to show a marital rough patch in a humorous light. The couple in the movie are at a crossroad in their marriage of adjusting to the ways it has changed. I could tell from the responses of the theater audience that there are relatable points for a wide range of people. So, to me, thats a good thing. My biggest complaint of the movie, it was a little too long. I really dont mind lengthy movies but I just didnt feel this one had enough going on to be as long as it was. They filled the time just fine but I feel like it could have definetly been wrapped up at least a half hour quicker. If you decide to watch it in the theater, stop by the restroom before going in! I dont think I would recommend others to see it in the theater, I dont feel that its worth paying the price of a movie ticket to see. Its more worth Redbox or Netflix prices. Its not unenjoyable its just not at the top of recommendations. http://youtu.be/gxkNuHrS6cg - Trailer for the movie.
After departing from my friend and the theater, I stopped by Wal-Mart to pick up a couple of times and to enjoy just a little more quiet time. Now I am home and sleepy. Over all it was a very enjoyable 26th birthday. I hear the whimpers of a child, so Im going to try to calm them and get to bed. Good night!
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