TheHub and I had a couple of errands to run. Well, I am not positive I call going to a gourmet chocolate shop an errand. It is more like a pleasure than a chore. And yes we grossly overspent, but after all it was a chocolate shop where everything is overpriced. Sometimes you have to just suck it up and pay for deliciousness.
After we left there we stopped by a little restaurant in Homewood, a burb next to ours. We had broccoli soup while we watched the panic shoppers trying to get last minute shopping done. I like being out during the final rush as long as I don't have to buy anything. (Buying chocolate does not count since it was a self indulgence for us rather than a gift).
We ran home after attempting to do a quick errand for Son1, hung out at the house for a bit then picked up My Beloved Sister to go look at Christmas lights. We rode around for a couple of hours then landed at The Purple Onion for a burger and their famous mint tea. I think she enjoyed it!
We dropped her back at her house, put on soft clothes (AKA pajamas) and watched a little tv. Tomorrow is Christmas Eve which will end my year long countdown. Thanks to all who have come along for the ride!
P.S.The high temp tomorrow is projected to be in the mid 70's. So much for a winter wonderland here!
No sleigh rides are gonna be happening either. Oh well! I'm just glad I kept a couple of pairs of shorts out when I changed the closet over to my winter duds.
And though I love this hymn, it is not seasonally appropriate this year either.
Sounds like a good day was had. We're hoping to get out tonight to see the Christmas lights.
ReplyDeleteOur temps are expected to be about -18C/0F with a wee bit of fresh snow. No shorts here!
Merry Christmas to you and yours!
We went to Costco yesterday and it was crazy. I am glad that there were two of us because there was no parking. My husband was able to circle while I went into the store. Even with all of that, people were still in a good mood.
ReplyDeleteYou were lucky to both be in the car. We have done that before also. It is fun to watch the people who wait to shop, especailly if you don't have to.
DeleteI’m wearing shorts right now as I type this. We cannot believe how warm it is here! Sounds like a lovely time with your sister. 💕 Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteJokingly I said I am glad we have not covered the pool yet, but who knows?
DeleteI agree buying chocolate is a necessity, with no budget!!!! We will be having a white Christmas here in Canada. Merry Christmas to you and your family!
ReplyDeleteI would love to have a white Christmas just one time, but the prospects look dim.
DeleteMerry Christmas! You made it! I loved your Christmas build up. It's been fun and it helped keep me accountable so I got stuff done.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Janie
It is all done and all I really have to do is tidy the house and begin food prep for tomorrow.
DeleteMarry Christmas! I never think twice about spendy food if it's something I really love.
ReplyDeleteWe might have gone overboard buying a bit too much, but it's Christmas and it's chocolate.
DeleteSounds like all your year long preparations worked out really well.
ReplyDeleteWishing you and your family a very happy Christmas, Anne.
If nothing else the prep has kept me from being stressed out.
DeleteHow refreshing to know someone else thinks edible indulgences are well-deserved. I've enjoyed your count-down!
ReplyDeleteChocolate is always worth it!
DeleteI went to north Alabama to see my oldest today and I walked in my hometown park in a T-shirt at 9:30 in the morning! It was already very warm! I am loving the weather because less of a heating bill but if it gets much warmer we will have to turn on the air!!! Merry Christmas! Cindy in the South
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean. I think Christmas Day the a/c will be on.
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