Independent Girls

On Independence Day, independent girls.

Doing the things we love.

Partaking in breakfast.

Power shopping at the mall.

Picnicking in the park.

Happy 4th of July!

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Tuesday Tracy took me to Just Between Friends, a consignment sale for kids.

After what seemed like a minute but was really an hour, I finally found her amidst the aisles of clothes.

She searched some more. I helped find the targeted goods.

A great time. Great deals.

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Thanks

The official Thanksgiving day started with family brunch and ended with a line of lunatics waiting 2 hours outside of Target in the icy, snowy air.

Cozy to crazy.

Yes, while the official Thanksgiving holiday was Thursday, I’d like to proclaim ‘julieabbymac’ a blog of thanks. This is my daily demonstration of values and joy. These are the things that, to me, are worthy of giving thanks. No need for a special once a year list.

Thanksgiving is celebrated annually with family and friends while giving thanks is worthy of a journal, a blog or simply a calendar reminder to keep the thought top of mind.

Narrative:

Abby and I spent our long weekend together with friends, with family, and with Santa. The princess is loving the lights of the holidays and learning some of the initial icons.

We have a Christmas tree. We visited the Northtown Mall Santa. We have a lighted snowman.

She shopped her heart out with Grandma and I this weekend. Record breaking sales reported for the black friday weekend. Sales from online retail to reach 10%. We were contributors to the economy’s craziness…having so much fun along the way!

Thanksgiving. Black Friday. Thus begins the holiday season and continues many days of giving thanks.