A couple months ago we had the best time on dates with James and Anna. 

Kenny has been waiting several years for Anna to be old enough to go to “A Daughter’s Heart” – a Daddy/Daughter event that has been happening locally for many years.  We’ve heard wonderful things about it for a long time, and this year, Anna is eight and old enough to attend!  

The special event was held at a local hotel and included a four-course meal, a speaker, and a dance.  Anna found the fanciest dress in her closet, I curled her hair with a curling iron for the first time, and Dad dusted off his suit.  They had a wonderful time together and definitely made a new memory together.  They enjoyed the meal – Anna especially enjoyed the Chocolate Mousse for dessert.  The theme for the event was “You Are Marvelous” and the speaker spent his brief time talking to the girls about their identity in Christ.  Then the night ended with a dance.  In the days before the event, Anna asked me what kind of dance it was going to be.  It occurred to us that the only reference she has for “a dance” is her ballet experience – a choreographed dance where everyone does the same thing.  We explained how this dance would probably have a DJ, he would play all kinds of different songs, and everyone could dance however they wanted to!  In the end they had a band which was even more fun.  One of the best parts, she said, was staying up late at the dance and not getting home till after 10:00 pm.  

Since Kenny and Anna had plans, James and I decided to do two of our favorite things – eat some great food, and spend time at Barnes & Noble.  We had dinner at Ted’s Montana Grill – a place we rarely frequent.  We enjoyed delicious burgers and then headed to the bookstore.  We ate dessert while browsing our favorite books and magazines.  Such a simple thing, but something we both enjoy doing together.  We’re so thankful for these times with the kids!