Unexpected Date Night

Friday night was an unexpected date night for Kermie and me.  My mom and dad took Grayson for the night for some one on one time and Ella made her second attempt at staying over at her cousin Ava's house.  Kermie and I were both "on call" as we weren't sure if either kid would make it all night, but luckily they both did! 

Grayson spent the evening out at a farm of one of my dad's friends.  He was pretty much in heaven getting to see and sit on all the tractors.  Grayson adores his Pa, so getting to spend the evening doing "manly" things like Pa was right up his alley. 

 

Ella had a blast playing with Ava and having a slumber party.  She wasn't quite ready to come home the next day so I think it's safe to say she's no longer afraid of staying the night!  She sure loves her Ava time!

 

As for Kermie and me, we spent the night watching a movie (that we do not recommend-Looper) and enjoying some unexpected piece and quiet.  It is always strange to wake up in the morning to silence and without a kid in our bed.  Ella will typically come to our room at some point each night and I always love cuddling with her when she does.  Kermie got all the cuddling this time... although he's not the biggest fan.  We even got to go out for an early lunch at Cracker Barrel before picking up the kids.  It's the small things :)