Hey Sarah,
I wanted to extend a huge thank you for coming over for the playdate today. My son had a blast with your daughter, and he’s already looking forward to their next get-together outside of school. I truly value open communication, so I thought it best to share something that’s been on my mind since you left.
When I invited you over, I didn’t quite envision us actively playing with the kids. Typically, when I host, I’m hinting that the little ones can entertain themselves while we sneak off to another room for some much-needed adult conversation. It’s not that I don’t enjoy my time with my son; I just find myself needing a break now and then.
You seem like a very involved parent, while I lean more towards a “let them figure it out” approach. With all our parenting responsibilities—feeding, clothing, and ferrying kids around—do we also have to be their constant supervisors? Isn’t that what devices like iPads and Xboxes are for? I had Netflix ready for our kids just in case they needed some downtime. Having another mom to chat with is such a delight; it allows me to discuss adult topics instead of just the latest episodes of Paw Patrol or where the nearest dinosaur bones might be.
By the way, your homemade carrot cake was a lovely surprise! I was planning on tossing some popcorn in a bowl and letting the kids fend for themselves, so thank you for that delicious treat. And I have to commend your creativity; my backyard turned into an archaeological dig site filled with dinosaur bones in no time, thanks to your imaginative play!
I hope you didn’t mind that I took a moment to Snap a few pics while you engaged with the kids. I just needed a little pause to recharge.
Now that I’ve gotten that off my chest, I have some fun ideas for our next playdate. We could hang out in the kitchen and gossip about the other moms, enjoy a glass of wine, or even indulge in an episode of Real Housewives of Atlanta together. The Housewives are basically my unseen best friends—you might just love them!
You seem like a fantastic mom, and I can envision our friendship blossoming into happy hours, girls’ weekends, and double dates with our husbands. I’d love to keep this going and have another playdate soon. Just remember, we’re parents 24/7, so why not carve out some time for ourselves while the kids play in another room?
If you’d like to host next time, I can bring the wine!
Looking forward to hearing from you!
Best,
Megan
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Summary
In this playful email, Megan expresses her gratitude for Sarah’s visit while clarifying her expectations for future playdates. She humorously explains her preference for adult conversation over direct supervision of the kids and shares her ideas for making the next gathering more enjoyable for both moms.
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