I'm beginning to wonder how much blogging I'll actually be able to do this summer. We're only one week into it and between birthday celebrations, packing for a trip with my girlfriends & our families, and just the everyday life of entertaining a now 9-year old... I'm at a loss for words. Or... not exactly at a loss for words, just a loss for time to write those words.
Yesterday, was just one of my many busy days lately. After spending too much time trying on outfits so I could decide what to pack, I ran on the treadmill & then we ran out the door to meet my girlfriend for lunch. Lunch was fun & it was great to see her. Not only did she bring me the sweetest & most fun birthday gifts, but she also brought an ADORABLE tote bag for Bryn for her birthday, too! In fact, the photo above is a little notebook she gave me. It'll be going on the trip with me so I can keep notes on the week, as well as sketches for page ideas while I'm gone. Thank you again, Christa, you are too sweet. Stephanie told us about a new store that "we HAD to go into" that was near the restaurant. She said I'd love it. Well... not only did I love it, I was overwhelmed with cuteness! I've never heard of this store, so I guess it's new to our area, but since I did find the Charming Charlie website, it appears that it's a chain. So, if you love inexpensive jewelry, clothes, shoes, handbags... you MUST go! Everything in the store is organized by color... such a FUN place! I picked up a few gifts, a pair of cheap sandals for the pool, a fun ring & watch, plus a couple things for Bryn. I don't think my day would've felt nearly as busy, had I not spent an hour & a half in that store! I'll just forewarn you on that before you enter.
I have a list of things to finish up today & then it's time for some fun in the SUN! There will be a lot of laughter going on in the next week. I can guarantee that. You better feel better SOON, Sal, we're on our way...