YESTERDAY WAS A SHOPPING DAY

Yesterday I woke up late – about nine. I had breakfast and then got some parcels ready to send my grandchildren. It took me quite awhile as I sent about three envelopes to each one plus one to the three of them. I bought one of those books from Hallmark. I had to fill out custom forms for each one. I also called the clubhouse and left my name for the woman in charge of paintings to be hung in the clubhouse. I have to wait about two weeks. It will be exciting if she decides to hang my paintings.
Then I went out. I started by going to the post office. I went to a new one as there is a REPTILE store that moved next door to the one I usually go to. It would just make me too nervous. The last time I was there the man told me that he had found a snake in the store the previous morning. I feel bad not to go there but I would be too nervous. Funny when my friend use to say she wasn’t going shopping in a store next to a pet store I thought she was silly. Now I’m dong the same thing! I must call and tell her. It didn’t take me long as the lines moves quite fast and they had two assistants helping people as they came in.
Then I went to Michaels. I had some coupons and a gift certificate so that helped cut my cost down. I bought some stuff for my Hanukah loot bags.  I also bought some felt to try to make some Hanukah decorations. I don’t know if I’ll have time or not. Now I have to go buy some Hanukah bags. I hope the Dollar Store has them. Many of the Dollar stores here have changed to DEALS where prices are up to five dollars!
Next stop was ROTELLI for lunch – pizza and their yummy fries. Then I went shopping in the New age store close by. I bought a journal for my friend who is sick with cancer. I encouraged her to write in it. I wonder if she will. I also got her one of the ELF books. They are so encouraging and fun.
Next it was the mystery store. It is a store devoted to just mystery books. I bought two books written by an elderly woman. So far it’s quite funny!
Then I went to BOOKS A MILLION. Can you tell I love books???? I bought a few cards there and also had a coffee. I have started to drink iced coffee which is delicious and great on a hot day. I read my book for awhile and left.
Next stop was the Jewish Community centre in Boca Raton. I picked up some of their literature to find out what is doing there. I wonder if I should have waited for the New Year. Anyhow I have to read through them and see if there is anything I’m interested in.
Then it was BORDERS! I had a coupon but when I got there I saw that the store was closing and everything even the fixtures were on sale. I was tired by this time so I looked around a little. 
Then it was home!!!!!!!! I just had time to change my clothes and head to a friend’s for supper and bridge.
My poor friend has cancer and is returning home for more chemo!!!!! I will hope and pray that she can come back soon.
That was my very busy shopping day. Since hubby goes golfing on Monday I will probably shop. However once January comes I will be starting an art class on Monday mornings.
Today I will do the Wii and go swimming. I also want to hang up my Hanukah decorations. I can’t wait to put up my tree. For supper I will  make some salmon/potato latkes. The rest will be frozen for Wednesday night. I am still not sure I have enough food for my Hanukah party. I have about twenty coming. Three people will eat and rush off to a show at the clubhouse. I wish they would have decided to do on or the other!!!!
So far I am serving:
potato latkes
salmon/potato latkes(maybe another kind too)
miniature quiche
fruit/vegie salad someone’s bringing
salmon dish someone’s bringing
bread
lox
appetizers
lasagna

Maybe that will be enough. I guess I better get some fruit. I might make some cupcakes and I have to decide if I want to use my chocolate fountain. I’m hesitating as it’s a bit messy.
So that was my day and that’s my day today. 
Of course at night we play bridge so it will be another full day.
Time to get some more rest if I can fall asleep.