I did something last night that I have never, ever done before. I liked it, and I know I will definitely do it again.
I went to the movies by myself. ALL BY MYSELF.
And I liked it.
No.
I LOVED it.
It's not that I've never wanted to go alone or felt too uncomfortable to go alone... I just never had the desire to go. But I knew that my husband didn't want to see "Sex and the City" and I sure couldn't take the kids with me (though the R rating didn't stop the two ladies in front of me from bringing their children.... an infant and what looked to be a 5 year-old and a 3 year-old...)
I bought popcorn, a Coke and a box of Raisinets. I poured the Raisinets into the popcorn bag and no one groaned in disgust. I didn't have to suck up anyone's slobber when I took a sip of my drink. I didn't have to share ONE BITE. YUM-OH.
I loved every minute of the movie. It was good to be with the girls again. I loved SATC when it was on HBO (though I watched most of it on DVDs rented from Netflix) and the movie didn't disappoint. I enjoyed catching up with the characters I grew to love, and although the ending was a typical Hollywood fairy tale tied up in a neat bow, I was glad to see it all work out for Charlotte, Carrie, Miranda and Samantha. I was sad when the credits rolled. I wanted more time with my "friends".
I left the theater and went treasure hunting at TJMaxx. I had time to peruse everything and got lots of awesome bargains. Shopping in peace with no one calling my name is something I haven't done in a long time. I don't think I'll try that again soon, because the pocketbook does take a hit, but it was great fun. I even managed to buy myself 3 things, which is rare. Normally I shop for everyone else and forget that I need things, too.
When I got home I had cupcakes to make for Camryn's class party, so it was back to the Mom grind. It's all part of the job, and I LOVE my job; I wouldn't trade it for all the tea in China (and I love my tea, you know!) I'm so blessed to have a wonderful managing partner (my husband) who takes over the company (our kids) for awhile so I can have some vacation time. Love that man. Love him, love him, love him.
6 comments:
I'm a new visitor to your blog but I really enjoyed your post.
When I was an adult before kids, I couldn't imagine going anywhere by myself. I thought it would be sad and loney..and embarrassing. Now, as the mother of three, I am in NIRVANA when I get to go somewhere by myself. To not talk, to just hang out with my own thoughts is pure bliss.
Glad you got to go see the movie and have some nice time for yourself. And I agree...what is UP with people taking their kids to adult movies? It is insane. No matter what the rating or even how late, there are always kids at any movie nowadays. I don't get it.
Leeann
niccofive.blogspot.com
Good for you! I haven't done a movie alone in a long time but I'm not opposed to it. Heck, I do everything else alone. Glad to hear you enjoyed yourself :)
You go gurl! I'd go to the momvies with you any day! I never thought to put the Raisinettes IN the popcorn - YUMMO! Just b/c I read your blog entry yesterday I had to pick up some Raisinettes at CVS yesterday. I thought of you with each yummy nugget! Hugs!
I love my me time too and I love my DH for giving me that time when I need it. Way to go for having fun on your own!
I'm glad you had such a good time! I love doing stuff alone.
Oh that sounds heavenly...
I've never been to the movies on my own, or had dinner out on my own - never really done much on y own at all lol Adding this to my 'bucket list'
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