A special Monday with my husband....

No work today. We went to breakfast Ken and I, together... at Bob Evans...buy one and get one free...and this was a one day special. So it goes to say there were many families chiming in for some nourishment before they went out to attempt their exchanges. We ran into some dear friends and made plans to go to dinner real soon! Then an 86 year old young man came to my table to sing Bing Crosby's "White Christmas". I think he just wanted to be with other people but had a sweet smile and his voice was charming. Ken kept laughing quietly after the gentleman left our table to perform for another table. The crew at Bob Evans did not seem to mind so I gave him a small gift card to cover his lunch or dinner. Christmas is still ringing in my heart! Then I went to see Kim at Great Clips...she is due in three weeks with her second baby girl. I gave her a big tip to cover the costs of the new baby diapers and a couple of new sleepers for the newest princess. Kim is such a hard working young mother ...it felt great to be able to help her out a tiny bit during these hard times economically. Cash is the gift that keeps on giving...only she knows what they need the most. Then I met Marco's in-laws who were waiting to get their hair cut also! What a small world! I discovered a great discount store in my neighborhood...Ollie's....and they had their after Christmas half off sale as well as some great Art books to use with my children on Wednesday night. I know others have recommended this store t me but this is the first day off I have had from the studio in ...well I do not know when I last took a Monday off :0)! Then I had a special coupon for Michaels and picked up some of their bargains for next year and the supplies needed for several art projects. I ran into a couple more artists ....and before I knew it it was getting dark! Now I am sorting and getting ready to get to bed early...well trying to get to bed. Have a wonderful week!!!! Peaceful dreams of a light snowfall for the New Years. Peace, Mary Helen