Today started out brisk, but by lunchtime I was able to ditch my coat. I knew I wanted to get outside for an adventure. Hubby Tony had a dentist appointment, so I was on my own to do whatever I wanted. I decided to go explore a shopping area that's located in a tony part of town. I drive through the area more than I stop there, but I knew it had a great independent toy store, and I've started the hunt for Christmas presents for the grands.
The toy store was at the eastern end of the shopping area so I started there.
The store wasn't busy and an associate was very helpful, giving me a lot of good
ideas I can run by Tony before we decide what we want to gift. I was on my way
out of the store when I saw copies of a book I had bought for myself last
year called Mary Engelbreit's Little Book of Thanks.
The slim book is filled with quotes about thankfulness as well as the
delightful drawings that Mary Engelbreit is known for. I decided to buy one
for each of my daughter-in-laws.
The books ended up being my only purchase. However, I had a great time walking up and down the street and browsing in gift shops, charity shops, home decor shops, and clothing boutiques (where I pretended that I could afford outfits that would set me back an entire year's clothing budget).
When Tony sent me a text that he was leaving the dentist's office I decided to head home too. However, instead of going the most direct way I took a scenic route that took me past large houses on rolling acreage, which extended the adventure.
Five years ago today: TOO Close!
What a delightful way to spend an afternoon! I enjoy a good browse-around myself every now and again.
ReplyDeleteI love shopping with myself! lol 😆
ReplyDeleteI can go where I want. I don’t do that so much lately since everything is so expensive and I don’t want any temptation. I like taking drives too. Sounds like a very good day.
I mostly do a good job of keeping my charge card in my purse.
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ReplyDeleteI guess I should have come out of the basement today.
ReplyDeleteYou missed a good one. I can't believe it's still so nice in mid-November.
DeleteIt's good to go somewhere different and browse. The books look good.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you had a really leisurely pleasant afternoon. The book looks like a perfect gift for anyone. You have reminded me that it's time to start thinking about gifts !
ReplyDeleteWe have to mail most of the presents, so I'm always on the lookout for something I think people will like that aren't too heavy.
DeleteThese kind of adventures can be very fun...Good for you that you went a different direction and enjoyed a great afternoon. I have always enjoyed Mary Engelbreit's work/books. Sounds like a very uplifting kind of day.
ReplyDeleteIt was quite rejuvenating.
DeleteBrowsing while out is as fun as shopping.
ReplyDeleteAnd definitely easier on the wallet.
DeleteAh the scenic route...a treat.
ReplyDeleteAlways!
DeleteThose books look cute!
ReplyDeleteI love browsing shops like that
ReplyDeleteThis book is perfect for right now.
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