Shopping

So, I decided against any sort of underpants purchase . . . because I was unsure as to which design or pattern might be most fashionable. And, frankly, I was planning on showing off those first undies to anyone who cared to see them. I guess it's a double bonus . . . I saved money and the rest of the world was spared being blinded by the sight of my bloomers.

But, I did stimulate the local economy. A friend and I went to a small, rural community and visited several local craftspeople and purchased their wares. I picked up quite a few lovely items, got several difficult christmas giftees taken care of . . . and put money in the hands of the people who actually made the goods.

I think we should start a movement to convert day after thanksgiving shoppers from mall runs and stomping poor wal-mart workers to death . . . and encourage them to seek out actual artisans and craftpeople . . . and purchase their wares. It would make the community stronger . . . and give you good karma.

And, I'm still recovering from the most excellent meal we shared with friends for thanksgiving. Honestly, the best collards ever. And the corn pudding was so good I was almost embarassed to take a 4th helping . . . almost.