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Project 52: Good Friday is low key

We had a wonderful Holy week, full of celebrations, one of my favorites was the Good Friday celebration.  But it was emotionally and physically draining.  By the time that evening rolled around, we weren't up for much of anything.  We ended up having a game night on our bed with crackers, cheese and salami. 
It was fun, we played cribbage, and In a Pickle (which we determined is not for two people with little to no brain power).  I'm looking forward to this Friday because Joel is off the entire week, which should mean more energy and maybe something creative!
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  1. overtiredmumApril 6, 2010 at 4:35 PM

    Low key is good - having the chance to catch up with each other is great. Have a good week together xo

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  2. CarriApril 6, 2010 at 6:46 PM

    I love games so I just looked up In a Pickle. I could hardly figure it out by reading the directions - so I'd have to agree with you about playing that one on a low-key night! :)

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  3. Jenn AndersonApril 7, 2010 at 9:54 AM

    Sometimes those are the best dates! I like the cheese in bed!

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  4. Tina PuntigamApril 7, 2010 at 4:00 PM

    Overtiredmum-Thanks! We're having fun so far. He says that this Friday will be great :D

    Carri-Thanks for dropping by!! In A Pickle was a little tough to figure out at first, but it basically boils down to bigger or smaller. I think it would be great fun in a group.

    Jenn-The cat seemed to like the cheese, too. I think our cat is a closet vegetarian :D

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  5. AnonymousApril 8, 2010 at 11:37 PM

    i've had some dates like that where we were just tired out and played a game in bed. hope you're recovered this week! thanks for sharing!
    tiffany {Simply Modern Mom}

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