I have errands to run today and will be heading out in a little while. Library, post office, bank, presciptions, etc.
I am trying to get ready for the trip this weekend!! We are all pretty excited to get on the road!
I have my Christmas list all made up...and there isnt much I need to buy gift-wise on the trip except for stocking stuffers. I am glad I took some time and actually wrote the list...otherwise I would have been shopping for gifts that I dont need/arent in the budget!! It is those 'filler gifts' that always get me!
We have a family tradition that started when I was 12 of drawing names to fill each others Christmas stockings. I remember the Christmas I was 11...mom filled everyones stocking, and hers did not get filled--so I suggested that we pick names and all get involved...and this has grown into a much loved event. Now all my kids and their SO's LOVE to be a part of it.
Each year, the request to draw names gets earlier in the year. This year we drew in JULY. Everyone is supposed to keep their name a secret...but half the fun is trying to figure out who has who.
What goes into the stocking is totally up to the giver, although the recipient does make a wish list.
And the kids only have to fill their stocking, they dont need to buy for anyone else in the family.
It is such a fun event on Christmas morning!
OK, now I am really ready to go on the trip...all this blogging has got me ready to hunt those perfect stocking gifts!!!
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The stocking stuffing sounds like a great idea! I think my 9 year old has to get a little older (maybe 10 or 11) and I might try to start that too! It would sure give even the youngest, a "purpose". Great idea! Thanks for sharing!