Black Friday

So did everyone get the deals they were looking for?

I wasn't really looking for any. Just the fun of going out shopping. A great tradition with my BFF.

This year it didn't really feel the same. We only hit a total of three stores, but it took all day this year. We also started later than we usually do, and well, it just wasn't the same. Don't get me wrong, I am still glad we did it. But there is just something about waking up when it is still dark. We also used to start out our day by hitting the McDonalds and eating some breakfast. Then we would go over to the stores and stand in the crazy lines. Then we would hit Starbucks for a PEPPERMINT MOCHA. YUM, my favorite and you can only get it this time of year :).

However, this year was quite different with 2 under 2 in tow. First last night Cam decided to stay awake from about 4-6 and had two, yes two poopy diapers within that time. Poopy diapers are never fun, but they REALLY stink between the hours of 4 and 6 am. No pun intended. I finally got to sleep by 7, and woke up at 8:15. I am supposed to pick up my BFF at 9:00 am. Needless to say she got a "Can we push it back text".

I got to her house around 10:30 am which is actually quite good for starting the day at 8:15 and getting myself showered, the kids fed, dressed and diaper bags packed. Stroller and kids loaded into the car.

We discuss the whole starbucks situation, and we decide to do a quick stop at a Target for her to run in and get us some drinks. I stay in the car with Cameron who cries everytime the car comes to a stop, and Maddie who is saying Please continuously (which sounds suspiciously like CHEEEESSSSSSSEEEEE) because she saw the peanut butter and jelly sandwhich I packed for her in the diaper bag for lunch.

I will say the Peppermint Mocha WAS super yummy, but the ambiance of the first sip just wasn't the same. :)

BOth kids did really well, and I felt like a Super star walking through Kohls with Cam in the sling. ( I am still surprised at how many people are in awe of the slings. I thought they were more common lately.) All of the people in the massively long line Ooohed and Aaahed at my cute little man. And he IS a cutie, it is not just cause they have been standing in line for the past half hour that they were so smitten with my handsome guy!

I bought only one true Christmas gift. But, I got a lot of things for me and Maddie. However, ALL of these things were very much needed. I got her a hat and gloves, I got me some new lounging pants, and some new walking shoes. (I have to start training to train for the 3-day- yes I said that right!)

I also got Maddie the one toy I wanted to get for her. I have seen it pretty much every where for $60.00 and I got it at Kohls for $40.00 I am pretty sure that is a good deal. And probably will not see it any cheaper this year. So make that 2 true gifts :) I also got her some stocking stuffers!

Anyhow, here's to the beginning of the Holiday Season! Hope you all enjoyed your day. Wether you decided to go out and brave the crowds and or stay in and put up your Christmas Decorations.