The Miss Elaine-ous Life

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Outside – You Capture

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I went and did a little shopping tonight. BY MYSELF.

Did you catch that?

I was ALONE.

Now mind you, sometimes I like shopping with the family or even friends but tonight? I NEEDED some “me time”. Like soVERYbad. The last couple of late afternoons/evenings with the kids have been INSANE and I just needed a break from it all.

Thankfully my husband knew this and sent me on my way.

I hit the local mall first and after being accosted by those pushy kiosk ladies who wanted to put some “miracle” lotion on my hands (I did not let them…), I found this awesome store called “Charming Charlie”. I was instantly charmed. It was a Mecca of ladies accessories and although a bit overwhelmed at first, I found myself quite happy just wandering through…

This was after I visited Bath & Body Works and actually bought a couple of Christmas gifts for other people.

Then I got a couple for myself at Charlie’s place. Trust me, I deserved them. (this is also known as “retail therapy”, right?)

Long story short (too late!) I then ended up at Target (as usual) where I tried something on and just DON’T understand why they put THE most unflattering lighting in those fitting rooms. I quickly put my own clothes back on and decided I need to lose even more weight. Ugh.

All this to say, we DID get outside today. The kids and I even took a little walk around the block. And then it rained on us a bit. But otherwise it was a very pleasant afternoon, while we were OUTSIDE. Once we got back inside it was kind of a different story. Guess we just need to stay OUTSIDE. Too bad we can’t live out there… Camping anyone??

Empty tree branches = 8 recyclable bags of leaves
Two of my three blond beauties
A little blurry but definitely seasonal
No, not my front stoop (I wish) and no, not my cat (I do NOT wish)

This one got “leafed” behind. *groan*

K on the move in her “skinny” jeans. OH the cute.

Can you see me?
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Comments

  5. I am in desperate need of time to myself too! It is just hard to get my 9 month preggo butt off the couch these days. Love the pics! Merry Christmas1

  6. The Charming Charlie’s here in DFW hosted a blogger event last year and I loved it! It was one of the first stores I went back to shop after I had my first baby, I love the way they organize their store by color! Isn’t it so fun?!

  7. I have no idea when I’m going to get to do some Christmas shopping. I’m cutting it down to the wire this year. I hope we get some nice weather days in the next two weeks while I’m off.

  9. green?!? hold on I’m confused…lucky. I really like the sky pic and the ordament in the tree!

    Thanks for stopping by my blog (Life, Love, Green)

  21. Things may be a little chaotic in your life right now but you’d never guess it by your peaceful, beautiful photos. They just warmed my heart – from the adorable kids to the bare tree against the vivid blue and white sky. I love the berries, the doorway, and most of all your reflection in the beautiful, holiday, OUTDOOR, ornament!
    Really nice job this week, Elaine!

  23. Yay for some alone time shopping! It sounds lovely! I am in desperate need of some of that myself. Hopefully soon. 🙂
    Gorgeous pictures! I love the blue sky. 🙂

  24. Cute kids! I read that fresh air is invigorating for adults but kind of tiring (in a good way) for kids. My son is a terrible sleeper but took the best nap of his life after we went sledding on our first snow day up here in Rochester!

  27. Thanks for the comment. I recongized your name and I realized that I know you from You Capture! I haven’t participated in forever- stinking morning sickness took over my life for awhile.

    But I’m back now and feeling better. Great job!