Dario and I got home from Gig Harbor around 7 p.m. I actually got to sleep around 8 p.m. Ksea and I got up at 11 p.m. to get to Old Navy.
We stood outside at Old Navy for about 15 minutes. The line to get into Old Navy went literally around the building. Once inside it was very, very crowded, but we could still walk around. We picked up what we wanted within 30 minutes and headed to check out. We went to get in line and one of the employees said, "The check out line starts there" and points to the other side of the store. Ksea and I head to the line and realize the check out line went straight to the back of the store, around and down the other side of the store. It was insane. It took us 40 minutes to check out. It was worth it. I stayed under my budget, which I am very proud of and got a few things I love.
Ok. Once the Old Navy mission was completed, we headed back home to catch some more zzzzz's. I got to bed around 2 p.m. We woke up at 3:45 p.m. to head to JC Penney's for their doorbusters. I had a list of what I wanted and brought the ad with me.
As many of your know, I have a West Highland White Terrier (Westie) named Delaney. She is a difficult dog, but we love her. I have always loved Westies and I am so glad I have Delaney in my life. JC Penney had in their doorbuster ad a pair of red fleece sleep pants with Westies on them in pj's. Ksea and I went to the pj department to look for them and they only had one pair left--a large. They would swim on me! I was so bummed. While we were standing in line to check out, I realized that I forgot something on my list, a pillow from the home department. I sent my sister on a mission to go get it. She came back with my pillow, PLUS THE WESTIE SLEEP PANTS IN SMALL!!!! It was meant to be!!!
There was only ONE thing one my list that I did not buy from JC Penney. My best buy of the day: A pair of $100 boots that I bought for $25! WOOHOO!!! Again, I even impressed myself that I stayed under my budget. The check out lines at JC Penney were also soooooo long and it took us more time to check out than it did to shop, but it was, again, soooooo worth it!!!!!
By the time we checked out at JC Penney, some of the stores in the mall were already open, so Ksea and I headed into the mall. First stop: Starbucks. I changed it up today. Normally, I do not stray from my Pumpkin Spice Latte, but I got a wild hair up my ass and ordered their Caramel Brulee Latte. It was very good and it the spot. I had it ALL drank before we continued shopping. Next stop: Bath and Body Works. I had three coupons that I absolutely had to use. I ended up spending $60 total for a TON of their seasonal lotions and body sprays. Who can resist a woman who smells like Peppermint? :-)
Ok. Now that I had a heavy bag of lotions, sprays and clothing, we headed to the car to unload and came back into the mall to continue the shopping. We continued to browse the stores and ended up buying one cardi at Forever 21 for $9. Yes, $9. Such a steal.
Last stop of the day: Yankee Candle. This had to be the last stop because I had a coupon for buy two large jars get two jars free and carrying around four candles is sooooo heavy (because of my accident, Ksea carried everything heavy today). I ended up deciding to keep one of those jars for myself: Gingerbread. The others are for Christmas gifts. I tell anyone that if they cannot decide what to give for a Christmas gift to go to Yankee Candle. It is heaven for me and their scents are very long lasting, powerful, and scrumptious!!!
Ok. We ended up getting home at 8 a.m. After checking in with Dario and telling him about my wonderful shopping excursion, and after having a warm cup of Holiday Peppermint Coffee, I immediately retreated to the sofa for a quick nap. I woke up at 10 a.m. and realized I am in the exact same clothing that I wore on Thanksgiving. I literally felt gross. :-( So, I have changed into my flannel sleep pants and have been drinking warm stuff all day long. I took another hour and a half long nap and I am ready to consume some left over stuffing from Dario's sister's feast.
So, Black Friday was a success for us this year. Some years are good and some, well, they are not so good. It is what you make of it. For my twin sister and I, it has become a tradition that becomes a bonding experience for us and I wouldn't change it for the world. Yes, most people think I am crazy for getting up early to do these things; however, I do not care, as I enjoy it and sets the mood for me.
This pic is of me and Ksea at Old Navy at Midnight. Ksea is on the left and I am on the right.
Ok. I am off to eat leftovers now and drink a massive amount of herbal tea. :-) I have Target and Wal Mart to hit tomorrow. Silly Me.......
xoxo
Cricket
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