March 12, 2019. Madison, Mississippi. A Big Day.

Kate purchased the dress she will wear at the rehearsal dinner when she is the Maid of Honor at her friend's wedding in November. Mary Frances was delighted to buy a jacket she has looked at for six months. She loved this funky garment immediately but it was way too expensive. After Christmas the price was reduced 50% but it was still out of her budget. But today, only one of these warm cosy jackets was on the rack and the price had dropped in half again. So she bought it. She was excited and so was I. I gave Kate and Mary Frances a shopping spree for their birthdays. As I wanted them to buy summer clothes, we decided on Spring Break for our shopping expedition. Today was the day. We had a fine time. We visited four stores. Now the girls are set for the season. Both girls have good taste and it is fun to watch what they select. Kate needs to try on lots of clothes because most will not fit. She does not mind trying on clothes. Her comment coming from the dressing room was priceless. Christina and I sat and inspect with each garment. Molly helps to bring in clothes to Kate. To celebrate our shopping we ate lunch at a new restaurant, The Seafood Restoration. A dozen raw oysters started our feast. Wonderful food. Enthusiastic group. A day like today does not get much better for an old grandmother. We all had a big day.