True Confessions: When Holiday Shopping Goes Astray
My intentions are good, but sometimes I just can’t help myself. See, what had happened was…
I was out and about Christmas shopping yesterday, right. And umm…er…uh, I picked up a few things for my ‘other’ babies at KB Toys and two gifts from Burlington Coat Factory. I really did.
- I found one of those ’so real puppies’ for my baby who loves to torture my pooch. This thing will bark, jump up and down, wag its tail, give you a paw, piss on the floor, and everything. LOL
- I found a ‘Cheetah Girls dress up kit’ for my baby who loves to dress in her mama’s clothes. In true mini diva fashion, my girl will have the animal print handbag, shoes, jewelry, matching outfit, etc. A mess, but she’ll love it! LOL
- I found another Bratz doll with an actual curling iron and accessories for my baby who loves to do hair. If I hadn’t seen it for myself, I wouldn’t believe a 3 year old could style her own hair. I’m talking straight parts and all. Word!
- I even found a little something for my boys who love to ruff play and dang near kill each other. Now they can punch, wrestle, and dive until they’re blue in the face or at least one of them surrenders. Hmph, that’ll never happen.
- From Burlington, I picked up a gift for my office party: a ‘bar butler’ that dispenses shots of 4 different kinds of alcohol. You can probably guess that I work with a bunch of middle aged men whose idea of a great time must include lady liquor. LOL
- I also found my brother a ‘p.imp’ robe per his descriptive request (i.e. long, extra thick, and belted). After searching all the major department stores, I noticed the prices ranged from $25-$99, but I finally found one in Burlington for $17.99.
And all of this was within budget too. *pat on the back* But then…I uh, ventured into Macy’s, and uh… Aww hayle, I saw these shoes and couldn’t resist!
There, I said it! Whew, it feels good to confess! LOL
As soon as I saw them, my brain immediately recalled sections of my closet, zeroed in on a gray suit, scanned the perimeter for a pink cami, then searched my jewelry container for complementary accessories. In a matter of seconds, I was ready for Monday morning. Ha!
Thank goodness I only have 3 more gifts to find. Otherwise, I’d be in a lot of trouble. *sigh*
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They are cute.
Didn’t you give a Holiday spending budget for yourself?? If you did and you haven’t exceeded it then you aight! :-D
Those shoes are too cute…and wasn’t it you who said not to forget yourself when you are shopping for others?
While we are confessing*…nah, no confessing for me…innocent until proven guilty!
*I allegedly bought a too cute pair of red shoes from the Nordy’s clearance rack while allegedly gift shopping at my local mall. Allegedly.
(aka Samantha)…girl it’s ok…It’s your birthday month and almost Christmas..you DESERVED those!
@dimples – I didn’t create a ‘budget’ exactly, but I did include myself on the wish list. Problem is, I’m not buying anything I put on that list. This is all EXTRA. LOL
@ no fear – LOL @ allegedly. Yea ok. I allegedly bought a pair of shoes too. Doesn’t matter that I just showed you a picture. If you don’t SEE them on my feet, then it aint true. LOL Ooh and I’m jealous you have RED shoes. :-(
@ mzinspired – That’s what I keep telling myself. Not sure if I believe it though. LOL
Ooooh SM those shoes are FLY! Say 5 Hail Mary Janes and keep it moving ;-)
Those shoes are cute! Did you ever find that coat?
Re: the red shoes that I allegedly bought, I have to thank you.
I was walking into Nordy’s on my way to another store when the red shoe display caught my eye and knowing of your quest, I stopped to see if any of those on display matched your requirements. Sadly, none did, but at least the stop was not in vain. Allegedly:-)
You’ve exceeded all of your goals you have ever set for yourself, from what I’ve read in this blog. One (or two, what the hay) very, very HAWT pair of shoes isn’t going to undo that hard work. Wear them at least ten times and you’re forgiven!
Fabulous shoes! Look at the bright side you are still under budget.
Luvin the shoes!
Those are adorable. I did the same thing at Macy’s today but my weakness was a pair of boots…every now and then a gift for yourself is a good splurge.
Lawd, those shoes were fiyah today. I love em!