01 Dec
The Black Friday Post Written After The Fact
First and foremost I would like to say that it has been pointed out to me several times how insensitive my statement about “being trampled to death” sounds on this post. I think I wrote that particular post on Tuesday or Wednesday of last week, and I sincerely regret the fact that my ramblings actually came true. It would really freak me out if I had mentioned a shootout in that post as well.
That Husband and I ended up venturing out that day, completely avoiding Wal-mart altogether and instead heading over to a magical wonderland known as The Galleria. Nordstrom, Saks, JCrew, Lush, Sephora, Potbelly’s, and an ice skating rink all under one roof. I could visit every day and never get tired of going.
I really liked the “Santa Traffic Directors” they had stationed at the parking garage entrances to make sure everything went smoothly. I felt bad for them, it must be a miserable job.
As we walked out of The Galleria with our purchases (2 new bras from Nordstrom and a cheese grater from William-Sonoma for me), I started to yell “Treat, treat, treat!” because I am both silly and in possession of a sweet tooth which is rarely satisfied. That Husband decided to teach me about the magic of Paciugo Gelato. The shop is located just down the street from the temple, and we both decided that whenever we go to the temple from now on a stop at this little gelato shop is in order.
I can’t remember what That Husband had, but I liked his better than mine.
My face kind of says “I know you asked me to take this picture, but I think I would like to stop posing and start eating my gelato again.”
I chose dark dark chocolate, wedding cake (duh, what else would That Bride choose), and sea salt caramel. The sea salt flavor was a mistake. Should have gone with the amarena black cherry swirl like always.
I did end up getting some black friday deals, but on internet purchases only. I’ll reveal them as they are delivered (hopefully most of them will come this week!)
What did you end up getting this Friday?
I'm a farm-raised almost-crunchy stroller-pushing picture-taking lifestyle-blog-writing gastronomy-obsessed divine-seeking thrift-store-combing cheese-inhaling pavement-pounding laughter-sprinkling lover of individuality and taking chances.
Nothing, but that gelato looks delish! Too bad it’s still early in the morning here!
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1I didn’t really pay mind to the whole trampled to death comment (I do feel bad about the NY incident). No drama here in DC/VA - afterwork and Saturday morning shopping excursions.
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2Nothing, I refuse to shop on Black Friday. I’d rather spend time with family. We did go shop on Sunday though to use our Wal-mart gift card (some people don’t know us) and do some purchase and exchanges at William Sonoma. My hubby is now happy to have a brand new coffee machine at home.
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3I never shop on Black Friday, and the incident this year at Wal-Mart confirmed that. I didn’t think anything of your comment, I’ve heard off-the-cuff statements about Black Friday like that for years. I did get lots and lots of sleep though!
That gelato looks so very yummy. Ryan can’t understand why I want a milkshake/smoothie/ice cream when it’s snowing outside. He also doesn’t understand why your gelato is so appetizing. He’s missing out
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4I LOVE The Galleria. I was there once about 5 years ago and had a blast. Truly a classy place.
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5A 32″ flatscreen for our bedroom! Wahoo! it was 300 bucks cheaper than normal. So excited.
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6Cecy-Your comment “some people don’t know us” had me snorting with laughter. LOL. I’m still giggling over it.
Whitney-NICE!
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