Things I have been up to while not running ( a lot) Part II

Michael, the champ, lova, bo, or whatever I feel like calling him had a GREAT job but it took a lot of time away from family. I mean allot. Like, 15 days straight no break, 16 hour days. We both felt very blessed about his job, he not only loved it but we reaped financial benefits. But the problem was when he was away I was alone (moping and being super dramatic). Rarely did it see him on the weekend. Insert sad face.

But two months ago he was offered a promotion. Not only did he get a raise but he had a normal schedule. That is right, no more night shift, swing shift, 16 days straight. It was pretty exciting. He will be mine every weekend, and on every holiday. My heart over flowed with love and joy. To celebrate we wanted to do something in Atlanta, low key, maybe outdoors.

To be honest there is just something about sitting outside on a cool summer night relaxing that just just brings us closer together.

I googled and came across the Starlight Drive In. So here is what got me. For 8 bucks a person you got to see a double feature with two new movies. Um, hello can you say steal? Oh, and no 40 minute previews! Straight to the good stuff!

We were all about that. 

We arrived pretty early to get a good spot. (which I recommend doing). 

There were family's there that picnicked (which is what we will do next time), tossing footballs and such. Please note, we did see a family friendly movie thus the kids everywhere. Maybe if we saw the Purge instead How to Train Your Dragon the crowd might have been different...

We opted for lounging around and we just sat in our chairs, sat back and talked. It was a beautiful cool summer night. We even made a palette to lay on our stomachs and watch the movie from the car- another win.

Unlike the 1950's where you put some mic into your car, you used your car's radio. It was awesome it was like complete surround sound.

                                          

The atmosphere, being with my best friend, trying something new and not breaking the bank sure made it a great night. Oh and the movie was super cute too. We plan on going back over the next few months. Fall and drive ins just sound right.

Have you ever been to a drive in? What did you think?

Things I have been up to while laying off running

Taking a full month off from running really took a toll on me. I thought a week was bad but it totally jacked up my daily routine. But ya gotta keep moving on. Since I had lots of spare time and energy I tried out some new things around Atlanta.

The first was from a groupon deal for Dip'n Dab. I have always wanted to do a BYOB and painting. And to be honest I just don't know how to paint so I was excited that there would be someone there to instruct me.

Of course I came prepared.

I tried to keep it classy since I was the only one with beer so I used the cups for the wine.

Everything was set up for you when you got there. All you had to do was squirt some paint on your pallet and throw on an apron and you were ready to get your Picasso on.

It was a full house, with hip, clean vibe going on. They had, I want to say house music playing in the back. I don't exactly remember but I do remember liking it and there weren't any words. It was perfect music to get your drink on and paint!

There was an instructor at the front of the class that would draw distinct, step by step lines for you to follow, she also painted her own portrait. I do think we picked a more challenging painting but I still loved it and I think the experience was worth well it.

It was cool to get up and walk around in the end. Everyone's paintings were so different.

And everyone had a great time from birthdays, to bachelorette parties to injured runners :)

Overall, my abstract painting turned out pretty well. I am a BIG fan of Picasso's one line drawings and although mine if far from a Picasso I still heart it.

Here is a picture of the inspiration...

And here is mine... it could have been better but the beer buzz might have kicked in a few times.

So have you ever bought a groupon? This is one of several I have gotten and they seem to always be a steal. I particularly loved this one because it got me outta the house and trying something new and different that didn't involve running 20 miles ;)