Hey Laura,
Thanks a ton for dropping by for the playdate today! My son had an absolute blast playing with your daughter, and he’s already asking when they can get together again outside of school. I value transparency in friendships, so I felt it was important to reach out and clarify something that’s been on my mind since you left.
When I invited you over for a playdate, I didn’t intend for us to actively engage with the kids. Typically, when I host another mom and her child, I’m hinting that the kids can entertain themselves while we sip coffee in another room and chat about life’s little quirks. It’s not that I don’t cherish time with my child; it’s just that sometimes I crave a break from the constant supervision.
You seem to be more of a “hands-on” parent, while I lean towards a “let them figure it out” approach. Isn’t that part of the beauty of parenting? We juggle so many responsibilities—feeding, clothing, and driving our kids around. Do we really need to babysit them 24/7?
For entertainment, I thought we could rely on good old technology. I had Netflix ready just in case the kids needed a break from playing outside. Having another mom to hang out with is such a luxury for me. It allows me to discuss topics beyond Paw Patrol and snack time.
And can we talk about that homemade carrot cake you brought? It was divine! I was planning to toss some popcorn in a bowl and turn on the hose for a makeshift snack. Your baking skills truly surprised me.
Your creativity also shone through as you transformed my backyard into an archeological dig site. The kids were totally into it! I hope you didn’t mind that I took a few moments to catch up on social media while you engaged with them. A little “me” time goes a long way.
Now that I’ve shared my thoughts, I have some ideas for our next playdate. We could hang out in the kitchen, gossip about the moms at school, or maybe enjoy a glass of wine while discussing the latest celebrity gossip. If none of that resonates, I’d be happy to binge a few episodes of The Real Housewives of Atlanta with you. Those ladies are like friends I’ve never met, and I think you’ll find them entertaining!
I genuinely think you’re a fantastic mom, and I can envision our friendship blossoming into happy hours, girls’ weekends, and even double dates with our husbands. I’d love to keep this going and arrange another playdate. Just remember, we spend so much time with our kids, so why not carve out some adult time while they play in another room?
If you’d like to host next time, I’m more than happy to bring the wine.
Looking forward to hearing from you soon!