Running around today with the kids was a much needed break from housework and a good jump into the holiday spirit. I always avoid going out on Black Friday, and hesitated to leave the house today thinking it may be a crowded disaster. Deciding to take it all in stride and get some things done at the same time, we packed into the car and headed out. We went to several small, local stores for Christmas gifts. Everyone was in good spirits and well-behaved, mom and kids alike. The shopkeepers were happy and helpful. Two of us even got hair cuts. Spilling two full drinks, one right after the other, at Subway didn't even begin to dampen the mood... my coat, yes, but not the mood (pun intended :)
Our next to last stop was Fresh Market to pick up chocolate Advent calendars- a much loved tradition, but anything that involves chocolate is a much loved tradition in this house. I have aspirations to plan our Advent season with some old and new activities and be prepared for the start of it next Sunday. I'm excited to christen our Cradle to Cross wreath this year and to pull out our Jesse Tree, with the homemade ornaments as well as our conventional Advent wreath. Note to self: add candles to the shopping list.
In the meantime, check out this link to a great post on abundance; Discover the Abundance at Awesomely Awake.
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