The snow has hit us early this year. Hopefully, it’s a sign that we’ll get a lot this Winter. I do hope so; I enjoy the beauty of the snow. Some others, well - not so much.
I’m ripping and stealing the following from my sister’s blog because it was too funny not [...]

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Many times before, I’ve referenced the small town I live in as Mayberry. It’s a great little town tucked (or wedged, as the case may be) between some larger towns. And while it’s currently a little run down, it makes up for those shortcomings through its spirit and familiarity. Local retailers know and [...]

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I heard on the news this morning that the economists are concerned about the decline in consumer spending this holiday season. Some retail chains are taking drastic measures to entice shoppers. Select Macy’s stores in New York will be open 24/7 starting Friday and going through Christmas day. Others are offering even [...]

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Headed into the city (NYC) armed with a camera, my sister, and three teenage girls. We’re planning on seeing the tree at Rockefeller Plaza, gaze at the decorated store windows, play amongst the kids at FAO Schwarz, and ice skate at Rockefeller.
Hope you’re shopping journeys (if out and about) are unstressful, and full of [...]

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