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Rather than hit the local mall, we opted to shop at the local shops in Chapel Hill, NC. What a treat it was to explore shops without having to remind a certain child to keep her hands to herself. Or to pause and feed two teen boys every fifteen minutes. We got to take our time! And think, without distraction!
When we got hungry, we stopped for a bite to eat.
On the way home, we decided to make a detour -- this time to the mall to find the elusive last gift. If we'd had the kids with us, we wouldn't have done that either... something about bedtimes and school day mornings.
I'm thankful today for the sweet break with Rob. I'm thankful for two responsible sons who got dinner on the table for the kids, read books with Ellie before bed, made sure she brushed her teeth and tucked her in. Treasured time away with Rob, even for an afternoon of shopping, might be the best gift anyone could ever give me!
Love,
6 comments:
Shopping without the stress - now that's my idea of a good time!
Lovely indeed. And I had a little tinge over Chapel Hill. 1988-89, good memories.
Barb, I'm sure Chapel Hill is nothing like it was in the 80's, as I'm sure Delaware has changed since we were there.
Now that was sweet! ;-)
Awe... Very sweet! ;-)
It's amazing what just a couple hours alone together can do! Most of our "dates" have been to go do some Christmas shopping lately w/o the kids in tow. And it's really been kind of fun!
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