['It was such a nice night last evening, that my wife, my children, and I all sat on the back porch and simply enjoyed the evening together.']
That's sounds like a lovely night. I bet it was wonderful
Just last night, I sat on my back porch with my wife, my children, and my guitar.  I was just strumming along and enjoying the time with my family.  My God has been good to me.  Life truly is good.