The other day I had the S.B. Virus. You have all had it at one time or another. It's formally referred to as the Shopping Bug Virus. With a 16 year old girl in the house, I knew better than to hit the mall without her.
I got sick of waiting for her to wake up and more or less jumped on her bed.
Me: "I miss shopping," in my best whine.
Daughter: "Me too. Want to go?"
Me: "Well, yeah, I've been waiting for you to get up."
Daughter: "It will take me 5 minutes."
You see, my daughter was always my shopping partner in crime. We haven't been in ages. Divorce will do that. I didn't really have the money to take her but I knew we needed a little retail therapy.
I gave her some cash and then we met up a bit later.
Text from Daughter: "You done?"
Me: "Yup. You?"
Daughter: "Yup. You hungry?"
Me: "Always."
We decided on Cheesecake Factory and had to walk through Nordstroms to get there.
Me: "I hate Kate Spade," pouting.
Daughter: "Why?"
Me: "Because she torments me with cute things I can't afford."
Daughter: "Get one anyways."
Ha! I did try to justify a purchase with, "Well, I did almost die of a blood clot," (wondering how long I can use this before it gets old). Then my practical side kicked in and I knew it would be a foolish move that would induce guilt that would overpower the short lived new purchase thrill.
We treated ourselves to dinner and I ordered take out to bring home for her brother and cheesecake for the kids to eat later that evening.
Daughter ponders over cheesecake menu. So many decisions.
Daughter: "You should get one."
Me: "I'm full. I don't want one."
She knows me, eyes me suspiciously and then, "Well, you aren't going to eat all of mine."
Me: "I won't." I say this confidentially because I know the flavor she ordered is too sweet for my taste buds.
We go home singing, full bellied and a little bit poorer, but happy. I am proud to say that I have been cured of the S.B. Virus for the moment.
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Have a wonderful weekend Everyone!!
Reading this brought back such sweet memories. I loved shopping with my daughter. Now that she is married and a world away all we can do is discuss fashion through the Internet. I miss shopping with her so much...cherish each precious moment. They go by so quickly!!
ReplyDeleteWhat is it about shopping that makes us feel better? My daughter and I have the virus. We have been stuck at our desks alot during the day and do the online clicking, but that isn't as fulfilling and seeing all the colors, textures, etc. at a store-plus, we always have lunch or dinner out while shopping. Alot of times just the trip, without the buying is the best fix; just getting out of your routine and hitting the stores. I hate that so many malls have the same stores. Do you like malls or individual unique boutiques They are getting fewer and far between. Have a great weekend Debby,
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Shopping with a daughter is the absolute best! And oh how I love Kate Spade. Getting out and shopping or browsing adds spark to life and the spirit. Nancy poses a good question...mall or boutique? My preference will always be the small one of a kind shops/boutiques.
ReplyDeleteNothing like a little retail therapy to make everything better! I can't relate to everything here, Debby.
ReplyDeleteKeep getting better.
Have a great weekend.
Teresa
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Sounds like therapy to me. Good for you.
ReplyDeleteShopping & The Cheesecake Factory! ( my favorite restaurant) What a perfect day!!
ReplyDeleteYou deserved a great day out!
Have a pretty day!
Kristin
Love the shopping story with you and your daughter. My Mom, sister and I went for a day shopping trip about a week ago (we hadn't seen my sister in a while) so definitely times like those to be cherished!
ReplyDeleteAnd what a lovely surprise this Friday morning! Thank you so much Debby, so excited to wear the necklace! :)
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As soon as I read the title I was sold. I'm loving your little tales Debby & for me shopping is the answer to everything (happy-shop, sad-shop, mad-shop...you get the picture!!)
ReplyDeleteHave a fab weekend Hun xoxo
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Hey Debby - This post made me smile :-) I also have the S.B. virus.....think I was born with it!!! You see I have 7 older sisters.....I practically grew up at the malls.
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Loi
I've been doing a lot of that lately. Not good:-)
ReplyDeleteOh, I actually wish you bought the purse, then you could have it as a reminder of such a wonderful day with your daughter. Alas, this post captured it all perfectly. What a well deserved shopping trip.
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Just loving these posts, Debby. I feel as if I'm right there with you. Glad you're cured of the SB virus for now. A little fix here and there should do the trick :)
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful weekend <3 xoxo
Hi honey! I love this post beyond words because I do my best shopping with my daughter too! She always tells me to just treat myself! It all sounds so nice. Btw that first photos is exactly how I want to set up my dream office. Happy weekend!
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Sharon
Great pictures Debby! Nothing better than doing a little retail therapy with our daughters :) Enjoy your weekend!
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So nice to hear you and your daughter had a nice outing together! Hope you are enjoying your weekend. Lovely photos, as always.
ReplyDeleteI am a big advocate for retail therapy..makes almost everything a little better.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to have a daughter!
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