Way to kick things off! Definitely some good ideas in the mix. I bet it would be fun to try to surprise you, though I might have to steel my nerves for a few of those ideas, haha. Love the dinner outside idea, too. Just light a few citronella candles to keep the mosquitoes at bay. I would totally tag along for the kid date as that sounds like a lot of fun. I love watching their little minds work through tasks or just work up their imagination at play. Makes me feel like a kid again myself. The best times with my niece are definitely getting outside and just exploring. It doesn't have to be anything expensive, the gift of time is the most priceless gift of all! I imagine this one should get the wheels turning for our monthly contestants. I better get to work on my own... ;)