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Happy Labor Day to my fellow Americans! Does anyone know why we celebrate it? I’m not too proud to admit I had to google it, so for fun, here is your fact of the day. Labor day was officially declared a holiday in 1894 to commemorate the contributions workers have made to the strength, well-being and prosperity of our country.
And now I know.
We started off our weekend with a bang. Actually, it was pizza, wine and the documentary Going Clear about Scientology. Woah.
Saturday morning David went shooting, so the girls and I hit up the Davidson Farmers Market.
They had a ball on the playground, eating popsicles and going on a walk through downtown Davidson. It filled up a solid morning and we made it back home in time for lunch, naps and the Georgia football game, which I realized we didn’t actually have access to. So instead I did a periscope on my favorite healthy counter top staples!
And I did some recipe finalization, which David helped me photograph once he arrived home.
Saturday evening David and I had a special date night out.
We started at the new at the new Upper Crust Bar & Social Club in Davidson that opened just over two weeks ago. I loved the vibe! Exposed brick and a relaxed yet swanky feel made it a great spot for a cocktail.
We just were there for an appetizer and tried the scallop and flounder ceviche (delicious) along with this dish that had a goat cheese and lamb mixture inside a sweet pepper with an olive salad and baby leeks.
Despite my terrible picture, the flavors were amazing!
From there we stopped by the winestore in Cornelius for a few sample tastes before heading to my friend, Courtney’s, house for her 30th birthday party. I love hanging out with friends without kids around occasionally because it means complete sentences and wine.
Sunday was incredibly low key. We (all of us- Koda included!) spent a full morning playing at a park.
After lunch and naps, we stuck around the house, cleaning, playing and just relaxing. The girls played by themselves for over an hour upstairs. We’d occasionally hear giggles and my heart would explode. I love watching these two become friends. It was so awesome that I didn’t even mind that much when I went up to discover an entire bottle of shampoo was used to “clean” a cardboard box.
That evening I made a wild variation of this Turkey and Black Bean Chili to help soothe David’s slightly sore throat.
Then we crashed on the couch for another installment of The Story of Us (which I still recommend if you are a history/documentary lover too!).
And that’s a wrap!
How was your weekend?
emma @ be mom strong says
Looks like a great weekend! We were traveling… ugh! But man it’s good to be back in my own bed now!
Erica D House says
It’s funny – Travis and I were in the car the other day and he asked, “What’s the point of labor day anyway?” and I actually knew the answer! Told him it was a day off for the workin’ folks.
Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says
Hahaha, I’m laughing at the shampoo used to clean a cardboard box 😉 That restaurant you guys went to looks so fun! I’m glad you guys had a good night out!
John J. says
David’s shirt, “Life is good” says it all – for your family and ours (of which you are a part!) It’s September and I know you are already celebrating your “birthday month”, of which you have a long tradition!
Kate says
Yes for date nights and complete sentences…!
Our Sunday was really low-key as well. But Saturday was a highlight: my husband took care of our son and I had 5 glorious hours to wander through the city all by myself… 🙂
Fiona @ Get Fit Fiona says
Trips to farmer’s markets are the best. Not only do I find great stuff there, but I like the social aspect of it to – getting to know the different vendors.
Gena says
The farmer’s market looks great! Sadly, we haven’t been able to make it to our local farmer’s market this year yet, too much baseball, travel and now soccer! What a great weekend outdoors – hopefully we will sneak in some park time today after getting a bunch of projects done around the house over the weekend.
Becca says
Sounds like a good weekend! I love having a kid-free night out. Unfortunately it rarely happens. Glad you guys had a good night out!
Erin @ Her Heartland Soul says
Kona on the couch! haha The cuteness!
Alyssa @ renaissancerunnergirl says
Pups always belong on the couch! That is my dog’s favorite spot too, except for the armchair and/or our beds of course.
Looks like a fantastic weekend, Davidson is such a pretty town! My friends who went to college there all loved it.