In Episode 64 of The Kids Are In Bed, Tim and Jenni Severson dive into a jam-packed week that included a new patio discovery, some unexpected parenting chaos, and a long-overdue rewatch of Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Birches on the Lake: Our New Favorite Patio
If you’re looking for a perfect patio near the Twin Cities, Birches on the Lake in Wayzata just climbed to the top of our list. Nestled above Long Lake with a north-facing view (read: full shade even on hot days), Birches delivers on vibe, comfort, and food. Tim had what he claims is the best Nashville hot chicken sandwich he’s ever eaten—featuring tzatziki and pickled cucumbers—while the kids played classic arcade games like Pac-Man and Mario Bros (for free!).
The highlight/messy lowlight came when Clementine knocked over Tim’s beer—directly into his shoes. Parenting, right?
Mother’s Day Misses and the Joy of Folding Laundry
Instead of picture-perfect plans, Tim and Jenni found themselves folding approximately ten loads of laundry. But they made the most of it by watching Crazy, Stupid, Love, which turns out to be even better than they remembered. (Well, most of it. That “graduation gift” plot line? Yikes.)
Who’s the Box Office Champ?
In the ultimate Mother’s Day movie trivia showdown, Tim and Jenni guess who among Steve Carell, Julianne Moore, Ryan Gosling, and Emma Stone has grossed the most money at the box office. (Spoiler: It’s not Gosling. Cue shame.)
They also battle head-to-head in a round robin of movie memory, naming as many films as they can for their chosen actor until someone blanks. Hint: it doesn’t go well for Tim.
Episode Highlights:
- Full review of Birches on the Lake patio in Wayzata, MN
- A messy but hilarious Mother’s Day story (with bonus broccoli and Brie)
- The joy of rewatching Crazy, Stupid, Love
- Actor trivia + rapid-fire film naming game
If you’re a fan of patios, parenting, or movies that still hold up, this episode has it all.
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