He Knows Me So Well: Birthday Recap 1
Posted: August 28, 2011 at 5:00 pmCan we go back to yesterday so I can relive it five bajillion times? Pretty please with a cherry on top? As I mentioned in my post last night, Peter had a day planned out to celebrate my birthday together. And he met my two requests for my birthday – not having to think/worry about anything and feeling pampered/doted on – with flying colors. It was truly a perfect day for me.
You already know that yesterday started with a 9.5 mile long run followed with a cereal breakfast on our back deck. What I didn’t tell you was that I came home to a strangely serene and relaxing environment. Normally, I walk in the door and immediately have a toddler tugging on my leg and a bobbling baby scooting around getting into all sorts of trouble. Normally, I have about point two seconds to devour food, grab an ice bath, and attempt to stretch/foam roll as I get treated like a jungle gym.
Yesterday? Yesterday I was able to come home, leisurely eat my breakfast in peace, and take my time doing whatever I darn well pleased. While out on my run, Peter had taken the kids to his moms for them to spend the day and night with her. Suh-weet! I can’t even tell you how long it’s been since I could have a chill morning like that!
And apparently…on the way home from dropping off the kids, he picked up a little something something for me.
A Pistachio Mango donut from the only place I will ever eat a donut – Dutch Monkey Donuts. Dutch Monkey is a family owned shop churning out gourmet, high quality donuts made from scratch every day. Their menu changes daily and Peter discovered this gem for the first time.
We only go maybe once every few months, so this was quite the little surprise. Nothing big, but a special little touch to get the day started. And I love that he knows me so well to pick a mango donut over the chocolate crème pie he chose for himself. You know how else he knows me so well? While I was out he also tweaked a few things to my new menu for the blog (have you checked it out yet?) to make it look better. Sweets and blogging. I knew I married this man for a reason. 
Once early afternoon rolled around, Peter told me we had to get ourselves out the door. We had somewhere to be. Just where exactly?
Let the day of no worries, relaxing fun continue! I think he could sense I needed a physical and mental break. What better way to do that than sitting for 2.5 hours in a cool theatre, getting lost in a great story?
And while no movie ever compares to its book counterpart, I loved The Help and thought the directors/producers did a wonderful job recreating the book, developing the characters, and grabbing the essence of the stories. Much enjoyed!
After that, Peter said we had to go drop off something at his mom’s house that he forgot for the kids. Braedon just may need more than two diapers to get through the day after all. I told him I didn’t mind the pit stop and would love to see them for a few minutes. Well, little did I know it was all a ploy because before getting to his mom’s house Peter dropped me off somewhere else.
Why….hello, lover! A massage! A massage! A massage!!!!! And not just any massage. Some sort of body melt treatment that would include an hour massage plus reflexology treatment and a glass of champagne. I gave Peter a big kiss and giddily bounced my way into the salon’s main entrance.
Then plopped right on down with my champagne while waiting for Javier to come get me.
Yes, Javier. I about died laughing because not only did he have a stereotypical guy masseuse name but he looked the part to a tee too. Ha!
The massage itself went wonderfully. At first it felt a little weird having a guy massage me, since it was the first time. And it took a bit to quiet my mind – I have problems with that and it had hit me I wouldn’t be seeing the kiddos – but then I let it all go. It was truly the best massage I have had in my life.
I kept thinking “oh, it’s over now” and then Javier would start working the kinks out somewhere else…or start the soothing scalp/neck stress relief…or start the reflexology (TLC for the feet). It actually didn’t zoom by in a flash! And Javier knew what he was doing. I mentioned training for a half marathon and also having a sore neck and shoulder area. He actually focused on those spots instead of just going through a standard massage routine. I can’t say this without it sounding dirty, so here it goes – Javier worked me in just the right places and it felt ohmygoshsogood Yea. Told you it would sound dirty.
Eventually Javier and I parted ways so I could go back to my true love. Peter found my goofy grin hilarious and kept saying it sounds like things got a little frisky with Javier. I told him not to worry. And then we went on our merry way for the rest of the night…which I will talk about tomorrow. I have written enough for one post. Hope you all had a great weekend too! See you in the morning. 
- What is the last movie you saw? Did you like it?
- What things can someone do for you that makes you say “he/she knows me so well”?
You had me at Dutch Monkey. I pine! I perish…they make my heart sing!!! I knew as soon as I saw the picture EXACTLY what I was looking at.
It had been months since we’d been there, and Patrick surprised me with one on Shannon’s first day of school. BLISS.
Sounds like a PERFECT day!!!
They are seriously so good!
That sounds like a wonderful birthday! Peter did so well!
What a wonderful birthday! You deserved it love! You are wonderful! How nice of your husband to make your day so special!
Ok , that donut looks so good! Im not a huge donut fan, but wow!
I want to see The Help, think I might drag Mike to see it this week ; )
and Massages! Ahhhhhhh! I was just saying to Mike how I need one so bad!
xoxo <3
That sounds like a truly amazing and relaxing day! You deserve it so much and it’s nice to hear that you were treated like a princess. yeah!
He sure does know the way to your heart. That sounds like an amazing day! Can I borrow Javier so he can work the kinks out of my shoulders?? lol. Hope the rest of your day goes just as great 😀
my name came up wrong! 😛 stupid keyboard
AHHHH! What a man. The little things totally make life! A Pistachio Mango doughnut? That sounds ridiculous good. And owwwww a massage! Can’t wait to read the rest
AWESOME you get the day to yourself!
I almost walked out 45 minutes into The Help but then I stayed and I liked it by the end. Especially loved the casting for Minnie and Abileen’s roles.
So glad to hear that you had a wonderful B-Day (happy belated)! It sounds like the hubby really redeemed himself! 🙂 You deserve it!!!
That doughnut sounds amazing!! I’m really hoping that custard in the middle is mango flavored?!
Oh, yes. Oh, yes it is! 😀
Sadly the last movie I saw in the theater was The Simpsons Movie – 4 years ago while still pregnant with my oldest!
My husband does a lot of “he knows me so well” stuff. I honestly can’t think of one right now though 😛
OH i love this! I had a HUGE smile on my face while reading 🙂 You and Peter are so cute! CAN NOT WAIT for part 2! <3
i’m SO glad you had a lovely day! i feel like i got to vicariously have a celebration through your day. that doughnut looks so tempting, and i don’t care for doughnuts at all!
That’s why I like dutch monkey. They aren’t your ordinary doughnut. LOL
Aww, Peter is such a sweet guy! I can’t wait to see what else he had in store for you :). That massage sounds amazing! I’ve never had a professional one before…I should change that.
I soo need to see the Help still! The last movie I watched was The Green Lantern I think….
Holy moly Tina- I am so jealous! What a fabulous part 1!!!!! You are one lucky lady!!!! LOVE that the massage guy’s name was javier. he he he!
I seriously almost asked if he was serious. LOL
Your husband is basically the sweetest man alive. 🙂 So glad you enjoyed your day!!
Girl, your birthday is sounding amazing!
And I probably would have said that just with the doughnut alone…haha
Last movie I saw was Something Borrowed which I watched while being lazy on the couch last night 🙂
Sounds like he’s doing a good job making up for Mother’s Day so far… and the night is still to come! Can’t wait to read about it. =)
Aww!! SO sweet!! What a perfect birthday so far!! That donut looks freaking divine. sex on a plate much?? 😉
Hahhahaa! What a description! LOL
What a sweet sweet husband you have! I’ve never gotten a professional massage, but now you have me wanting to get one…tomorrow! Haha! Can’t wait to read part II of your birthday weekend fun!
Oh my gosh, it sounds like an amazing birthday!! 🙂 I’m glad it was everything you hoped for. 🙂
I’m a little jealous of that massage… 😉
I should show this to my hubby and tell him what he has to live up to now, haha. It sounds like you had a great day! I love it when massage therapists get it just right too for us sore runners!
The last movie I saw was also The Help. The book was way better (of course) but I still really liked the flick. I’m glad you had a great birthday!
That sounds like such a fantastic birthday! I can’t wait to hear about the rest of it!
OMG your husband is a gem!! That sounds like the BEST birthday treat ever. I can’t wait to hear the rest!!
That sounds like an AMAZING birthday! I’m glad your husband has a sense of humor – mine would’ve been pissed had a guy (named Javier, nonetheless) done a massage on me! (He actually “forced” me to go to a woman OBGYN because he didn’t want a man seeing my girly parts…)
This day sounds perfect. Peter is such a sweetheart for making your birthday amazing! Doughnuts, champagne, hunky masseur names Javier. That’s the life. 🙂
I’m finishing reading The Help right now and can’t wait to see the movie! I’ve only heard good things about it, even though the movie and book can never compare.
The first half of your day sounded fantastic, and there’s more?! 🙂 Good job Peter!
I’m glad you liked The Help! I saw it a couple months ago at a sneak preview and the director and half the cast came for a Q&A after. It was really cool, and I agree that they did a great job with the movie!
Sounds like a great day Tina! What a great guy you have there! I want to see The Help. I saw Captain America with the boys. I always get out voted on movies! Tony knows me so well. He never misses a beat, so it’s hard to put my finger on one thing. I hope you had a great day today too!
Happy Birthday to you!!
Yay for a great day!!!
Love, love, love The Help. Did you bawl your eyes out like I did?
My hubby bought champagne and OJ for me today to celebrate my 20 miles. He knows me so well 🙂
Oh, how awesome!!! Love our men. 🙂
that is so sweet! I’m so glad you had such an amazing birthday. You deserve it. I know you think of others all the time…
What a PERFECT day!! I would be in heaven too! I’m glad it fulfilled all of your hopes and dreams! 🙂
We just saw Super 8 at the “cheap theater” last night. It was okay. I’m not really into sci-fi movies. I really really want to see The Help though. I just need to convince my hubby to come see it with me… or maybe I just need to give up and go with a girlfriend!
SO SO jealous! Time away from the kids is needed for us stay-at-homers!! It makes you such a better mom when you get them back! Good job, hubby!
Wow! What a thoughtful husband you have, planning everything to a tee like that.
Those donuts look DIVINE! I wish we had a place like that around here. Actually, maybe I don’t, I’d be about 800 lbs!
What a fabulous birthday and a great hubby you have 🙂 Looks like an amazing day, can’t wait to hear about the rest!! You deserve nothing less 🙂
Aw, what a great day! Good for you 🙂
My Mom and I saw The Change Up on Friday. It was stupid fun but I liked it!
Umm…I think he made up for the Mother’s Day mishap. Woo hoo!! 🙂 Sounds like a PERFECT birthday.
ahh, now thats a good husband. Way to go Peter! hope you get spoiled even more tina!
WOW! Happy belated birthday… and what a fantastic weekend! Peter did great – perhaps he should talk to my husband!! LOL
OMg that sounds like the best birthday ever and that’s not even all of it! Peter is such a doll of a husband. He’s really raised the bar for all us single ladies ;)!
Looks like a great birthday so far!
What a perfect birthday! Pampering, love, and a massage by a guy named Javier. Can I just picture that he looked like Javier Bardem.
I am so jealous! Sounds like an amazing birthday! I too, am not a doughnut person, but those look fantastic. I’ve been massaged by a guy before and honestly, it was too stressful for me to enjoy! 😛 It’s nice to have someone who knows you so well to treat you to the things you love.
The best part of this post was realizing I’m not the only one who gets a “toddler tackle” when walking in the door from a run all sweaty. 🙂
What an AWESOME birthday for such an AWESOME lady!! That doughnut sound ridiculously amazing. OMG! 😛
Sounds like a fabulous day!! Happy bday!
Wow, that sounds like an AMAZING day! From the donut to Javier to the movie. I really need to use the Spafinder gift certificate I’ve had for over a year after reading this. A massage sounds perfect! Peter did good!
Sounds like the perfect day already! You deserve it!! And wow…that doughnut looks AMAZING!