A night out

We don't get many of those, my son and I. We went out once for supper a year or so back, but we've never done a night-movie together. I haven't done a night out on my own for 3 years... (and the last time I went out I didn't know what to do with myself - all the friends are busy with families or out doing stuff I'm not into, so went back home and watched TV with the dogs)

But we've gotten tired of just sitting around the house on a Sat night, watching whatever junk the TV throws our way, just vegging.

So this Sat night we took ourselves off for dinner and movie! We planned ahead and got tickets to Madagascar on Friday - thankfully, as all the shows sold out well before they started! We ate at our fave restauarant, we wandered and window-shopped. And then we movied.

We really enjoyed it. It's a cool flick, and one my son wants on DVD as soon as it's released. I liked the little references here and there (listen for the National Geographic music at one stage!), subtle enough that many won't get them. The story was funny, the characters great. Highly recommend you go see it if you haven't already!
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I seem to have got into a bad rut of nothingness when it comes to social life. Now that I've deserted two churches, no-one looks me up anymore. I see so many people in my office during working hours that I'm not really into seeing more after hours - and those I work with live around me... I seem to have lost friends - and as you all know, I haven't had a date in nearly 9 years! Just don't know what to do about it.

Perhaps getting out on a Sat night a bit more often (funds allowing, of course) might be a step in the right direction. And if the weather holds out, I won't be able to resist throwing a braai (barbecue) for those I think I still know soon. :) There's just something about warm weather that makes me want to gather up logs and pine cones and set them alight. Heat-induced pyromaniac? I guess I am. Bring on summer!