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We Shopped 'til we Dropped!


MackenzieB

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Fun day, good times! Actually, today Cindy, Megan, Megan's soulmate and myself head up to downtown Seattle for a bit of shopping. A fav little store of ours was having a sale that we didn't want to miss. Megan now has another pair of Heels for Mount Footwear (me thinks it's some secret personal project of hers), Cindy got some skirts (I think... she was done and outta there long before me) and I got the cutest little leatherish skirt.

We followed that up with a stop for lunch at this small but awesome cafe that the staff at the clothing store keep telling us about when we go there. They were right! The place was incredible!

After lunch we headed down toward the waterfront. We had a bit of shopping to do at the Market (Pike Place Market). I strolled around and didn't cause too much commotion. I was in boots, skirt and a sweater. But I clock in @ 6'2" with shoulders that would rather reside on some kind of NFL player. Oh well... passing isn't going to be an issue. Due to my frame I think there's little doubt in anybody's head as to what I am. I do give it my best shot as far as makeup, outfit and try to not walk like a Neanderthal. Most people accept me for who I am.

One of the things I really wanted to get was a small purse. I haven't a lockable place for purses and such at work and don't really see any reason to demand such accomodations. So I found a small leather purse that has a strap and it actually has loops to put a belt through it on the back. It's small, about 6"x 6" with 4 zippered sections to it. And a cool Mexican messenger bag. It's made out of the same heavy material as ponchos. Shades and stripes of blues with a colorful strap that's long enough to wear cross body for this year's Pride Festivals I'm planning on attending.

Oh, and we have a Doc Marten's store here in Seattle about 2 blocks from the Pike Place Market. Finally got those boots I've been craving. They tend to present a "Don't mess with me, Just leave me alone" attitude when you wear a pair of Doc's boots with a skirt.

And with my now going fulltime at work next month, the requirement for safety footwear won't go away. My black Redwing combat-ish boots are ok with jeans but they just don't look as good with a skirt.

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Caitlin,

I know how you feel about shopping. So glad you, Cindy, Meg and Meg's soulmate all had a great time. I know if I was there, you all would have handed me the shopping bags to hold while you went to look at yet another purchase!

John

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Those Doc's look smashing darling and are soooo Seattle. You looked great yesterday, and we had a blast walking the market, it's a great people kind of watching place, and yes you do get noticed :rolleyes: The sun was out and it was like 60 degrees (off shore winds a blowin'), in early Feb, was just killer and hint of spring in the air.

At the 2 Blondes sale, I ended up getting 4 skirts (1 jean, 3 patterned) and a floral print top for about 18 bucks, all quality stuff. This store rocks and it is so friendly. Changing rooms are no problem here folks, and sales ladies give out great compliments.

Hugs

Cindy -

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What a grand day (Sorry Lizzie I know that's your word but sometimes it just demands to be used :))

I can just picture you all shopping and lunching together. With a touch of envy I admit. Not so much for the shopping as for the stroll and the lunch and camaraderie.

Congratz as well on all those shopping scores. Sounds like you did well!

Thank you for sharing with us and allowing us to join you -even if it's only in our hearts-for your lovely day

Johnny

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Mount Footwear? It's a bookcase! And those heels standing atop the mountain provide such a perfect contrast to the Buddha on the next shelf! Everyone knows that books are obsolete these days - what better thing to do with a bookcase? I won't bring up the ever-growing Bra Ball in your room. Not that it rivals Ft. Bragg's yet. No, I won't say anything about it. Uh uh!

Yesterday was a day unrivaled in Seattle. We've had two non-existant summers, and this weekend's weather approaches the best of those two summers, with temps in the 60's, cloudless sky, a summery breeze. The snow-capped peaks ring the Seattle area, and they were glistening in the sun. That warm atmosphere was the backdrop for a wonderous day with our foursome enjoying so many things together.

Life is good, and some days, it's excellent. This was one of those.

Love, Megan.

Still not satisfied with my shoe selection...

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Hi Lizzie,

They were there, but, the jewelry and apparel won our attractions yesterday. It's somewhat like the New Yorkers who never look up at the tall buildings - just knowing that the fish were flying nearby is enough for us - gotta love this place!

Love, Megan

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Megan,

I lived out in Seattle/Tacoma back in the early 70s. Such a beautiful place. Loved looking at Mt.Rainer as I headed for the base. Truly an awesome place and view. Never got tired of it.

I imagine that some tings have changed since I was there; hopefully all good things.

Mike

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Hi Mike,

We traded places - I left Seattle in 1970, moving to the outbacks of New York, only returning 15 years later.

I wish our secret had been kept a bit better. There are too many people here now, but the beauty is unspoiled.

To top it off, Seattle is tops for an accepting culture. When we were downtown yesterday, it wasn't just a few strange people popping into town. We ARE the town!

Come on out and visit sometime!

Love, Megan

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Caitlin,

I know how you feel about shopping. So glad you, Cindy, Meg and Meg's soulmate all had a great time. I know if I was there, you all would have handed me the shopping bags to hold while you went to look at yet another purchase!

John

Oh come on now John... We would have bought you lunch!

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..but did you go watch the guys who throw the fish?!

Not this trip, been there done that. We did walk right past that fish vendor while on our travels through Pike's. They had some amazingly huge prawns. Those things were about 5-6" long, although they wanted $21 for a pound of them.

And Megan, I so DO NOT have a "bra ball" in my room. You KNOW I've only got a few bras. 30 DOES count as a few ya know!

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Caitlin,

I know how you feel about shopping. So glad you, Cindy, Meg and Meg's soulmate all had a great time. I know if I was there, you all would have handed me the shopping bags to hold while you went to look at yet another purchase!

John

Oh come on now John... We would have bought you lunch!

See you know the way to a man's heart, through his stomach LOL

John

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I long for says like the one described...

I am SO envious!

Someday, someday I will live on the outside like I feel on the inside...

Every day I draw closer to that fine day, every day..

You ladies are an inspiration!

Love, Svenna

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