The Daily Hailey

I spent today with my mom, from morning until evening, moseying through Saskatoon with Christmas in mind. It was SO lovely.

We first went to an appointment, where I planned to knit in the waiting room. Turns out, I left key components of what I needed in the car about fifteen or so miles away. Not actually that far, but far enough that I was going back to get them! Rather, I made some plans on my phone and got excited and organized for the day.

From there, we drove to get some early lunch and discovered that now BOTH Tony Romas are closed!!! When did that happen?! We were so disappointed, but rallied, and drowned our sorrows in shrimp and Red Lobster. A solid second choice 👌

Look at her, accusing me of taking a picture of her 😇

We made our way to Stonebridge, which was the main event. We had a handful of places to hit there, and neither of us are really ever in that area. We started at Walmart, because I’m having trouble rounding up some of the yarn colours I need. I found a bit there, but not much. We didn’t find too much else there, but it was nice to wander through anyway. Then we ducked into Carter/Osh Kosk, Warehouse One, and Marks. Found a few things here and there. Got Wavy her “need” gift. Then across the street to Homesense, which was actually the whole point of the day. We wanted to peruse Homesense and feel festive and excited, while looking for a thing or two. I did manage to resist a LOT, but I buckled and purchased a little tree to add to our array of trees that goes above our kitchen cabinets every Christmas. I didn’t buy a new one last year at all, so it felt justified, even with limited funds. It was fun to get into the excitement of it all. Aaaaand after Homesense, we went back across to Dollarama, because we were thirsty. Guys, those Pure Leaf iced teas that are SO good are at Dollarama in the little fridge for just one dollar!! I highly recommend the raspberry one. It just tastes like summertime. Fresh summertime.

Stonebridge wiped us out a little, but we were determined to keep going. To Preston Crossing we went, for Old Navy, Walmart again, and Michaels. Would you believe I still don’t have the colours I need??? Goodness. It shouldn’t be so difficult! But I’m closer than I was this morning, so I’ll take it!

It was starting to get dark so we packed it in, determined to get home before the freezing rain came back again. We grabbed a quick bite of fast food and brought it back to my moms to enjoy before heading back home. I felt so fortunate to spend a day with her, getting excited about the season to come, making a few plans, and just being in each other’s company. We have a beautiful relationship ❤️ I sure love you, mom. Thank you for inviting me on this date.

** A handful of people tried to get in touch with me today, and I wasn’t especially reachable. I’m sorry about that! But I’m also not. I loved today too much to be diligently responding to things. Give me a second or two and I’ll try to respond to things tomorrow 🙂 **