I am feeling much better on many levels this morning thanks to an ultra-productive weekend. For starters, my new laptop is now fully functional. (Only took seven days!) Getting that accomplished was a huge relief.
On Friday night, we went to a frame shop in Libertyville to see local artist Lev Kublanov‘s “Scenes of Libertyville” art reception. I really like his watercolors – I admire them every time I’m at the shop – and it was even nicer to meet the artist.
We went into the city on Saturday (soccer was at 8:45, and so the day beckoned). I’ve heard so much, and yet had never been to Fox & Obel, so that was stop #1. Wow. I was like a tourist in the big city as regular shoppers buzzed around me picking up this and that as I slowly walked the aisles to take it all in. We easily met the $20 shopping requirement for free parking. (A bottle of wine makes it a snap.) Mission accomplished, next it was off to Barney’s (needed more shampoo), and while there, I ran into my favorite makeup artist/consultant (she works for Nars). Hadn’t seen her in eons, so it was wonderful to catch up. I also made it upstairs to the fashion floor, and if I should ever win the lottery, I think I’ll be buying lots and lots of Lanvin. There was a gorgeous black skirt with grosgrain ribbon decoration, and I’m still thinking about it ….. wish I could find a photo of it to share, and then cut and paste and add to my 2008 “clip book”.
Our final shopping stop was Greer. Checked out the holiday card selection (can’t commit just yet, but lots of good choices!) and picked up an “i will” card from Dsix Design. The 11-year-old found a notebook he really likes, and I think it may reappear in his stocking. We closed out the evening with dinner at my sister’s.
Sunday was windy (which I hate), but it was fine as I dedicated myself to a day clearing out the house. I’m happy to say that the guest room is no longer buried under a pile of Martha Stewart Living and Charleston back issues. It looks much less cluttered, almost hospitable. We delivered a bag of clothes to Goodwill (that was also taking up guest room space). And as it was Sunday, we started the day with breakfast from Green Prairie -my plate pictured above. Tasty as ever.
More later. Happy Monday!