“Yes” to the gift shop
I can vouch for all of the office staff that it is incredibly difficult to say “NO” to the gift shop. There are SO many temptations and so many things we all “need”.
The list of my personal indiscretions is such:
I now have 2 Pendleton blankets, one on the couch, and one on the bed. I couldn’t say “no” to the one that is a cotton blend, it is just so soft and colorful.
Embarrassingly, EVERY fall I buy at least one new winter hat. It’s just that the new collection that arrives in October has the hat I always wanted… and just check out the pom-pom!! It is not just a guilty accessory… we do live in a snowy climate.
I admit, my earring addiction is getting out of control. Of course I have to have at least one pair from each of the artisans; Navaho silver, beads, stamped tin, feather, turquoise… so that leads to either needing more ears, more nights out or more days of the week to justify my addiction.
Whenever I need a birthday gift or housewarming present it is so easy! Socks with funny sayings, beautiful candles, pottery, cards, beautifully packaged hand lotion, handcrafted soap, hair accessories, you name it! Gifts for every friend.
Bags. Need I say more.
I have my eye on a Pendleton purse with a tasteful blend of wool and leather. I have a turquoise Joy Susan hobo bag that I had to buy quickly as they fly off the shelf. My Cotopaxi tote is a favorite for weekend trips and is so colorful. I have bought zipper bags, grocery bags and beaded bags…
My kids have outgrown the stuffed animals, Maileg mice and jammies (SAD!). But I can still shop for my young niece and baby showers.
Ember, our dog, is guilty of an occasional bout of shoplifting when the Jelly Cat stuffed animals are at his eye level. He has stolen a bat, fluffy white chicken, penguin and a “bashful” lamb.
As we pick up new products so often I flirt with a new purchase almost daily. I just can’t say “no”.