A friend-of-the-family has offered to babysit for more than 24 hours allowing Liz and I to have a little romantic get-away. We’re going to Newburyport and staying at the Essex Inn — its a Bed & Breakfast with a whirlpool tub and fireplace in the room. It should be very nice. There are lots of good restaurants within walking distance and shops we never get to visit because it would cause the children to combust.

We may go to some antique stores or Kittery, Maine (outlet stores). I’m really not sure what Liz would like to do.

I’ll take off this afternoon and all day tomorrow. Its really very very generous of this friend of ours. I don’t think I would want to do it. Her sister will be spending a couple of days with her so she won’t be alone. On the other hand her sister will bring two of her own kids. Still. Holy cow. We should find something to do that’s worthy of the sacrifice our friend is making.

I should have taken Liz skiing. damnit. Is it too late? I think so. And she doesn’t like last minute changes to plans.

I think we’ll also go up to Portsmouth, NH and toodle around their downtown.  Its supposed to be scenic with interesting restaurants, pubs and boutiques.

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