We have a tradition every summer before school starts I take the kids on individual "Dates". They get to pick where they want to go to lunch and what they want to do for their activity.
We have been busy this week doing our dates...
First was Ellie-- we went to lunch, then we did a little school shopping and then went to Peter Piper Pizza, played some games and rode the rollercoaster... FUN!
Then Katie-- We went to lunch, did some school shopping and then went and played Laser Tag together.
Then Matt -- we went to lunch, did some school shopping and then went to see "the Dark Knight".
Today is Lindsey's turn -- we are going to lunch and she picked school shopping for her main activity (she is going to middle school-- suddenly clothes are more important!) and then we are going to go to Sonic for a delicious drink!
It's been a fun week. I love going out with the kids individually. It's so nice to talk with them one on one and do something fun together! I LOVE MY KIDS!!! Hard to believe there's only one week of summer left ! WoW!
8 comments:
A great idea indeed! Thanks for reminding me that it's that time of year! We just went to back to school night with Nate & John with Liza and Caroline in tow--4 kids age 8 and under is quite a site around here. Sounds like a party!
The smartest part of your tradition is that you take the kids school shopping individually. Our school shopping days are so totally overwhelming, trying to help all of the kids at once. Just curious, how did you like 'the dark knight'? kelli
We told our kids today that Matt Doxey--yes the big Matt that wrestles--is 17! Nathan freaked out and said that's soooo old! You're a awesome mom!
Julia
The girls were telling me they got to go on their dates this week....they were very excited. I bet you really enjoy the one on one time. YOu have such an awesome family. by the way, thanks again for taking Kira to the activity on Wed. :)
I love this idea and hope to do it with my kids when they are older. I am glad you had some fun!!!
Dates with the kids are the best! What a great idea to do school shopping that way--You always have the best ideas Les!!!
awww how much fun leslie! i wanna startthat tradition with my kids when i get married and have kids!
You are such great parents!! keep it up, you are a great example to us all. Love you all!
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