November 7, 2020. Madison, Mississippi. The Shopping Spree.

When Molly turned 11, I took her on a shopping spree for her birthday gift. Kate started the ball rolling when she turned 11 and Ken and I took the family to Tysons 2 for Kates birthday shopping. Kate, Christina and I went shopping while Ken took Molly in the stroller along with Mary Frances for a walk. They walked to a Godiva chocolate store. Mary Frances still remembers being told by Ken that she could anything she wanted in the store. So our shopping spree was a big hit and we all speak fondly of our shopping trips together. For Molly's gift, I gave her several options. She selected shopping so today was the day. What she wanted was tops for the winter. She has grown taller so her tops from last year are too short. We found everything she wanted in the first store and she is pleased with her choices. Molly is taller than me but she will turn 13 later this month so fitting clothes is difficult. She must have tried on 50 objects and rejected most. But bit by bit she is now set for the winter, which in Mississippi is not very cold. I even bought two shirts for myself. Outside the dressing rooms is a delightful area just for Christina and me to evaluate the fashion show. It even has a chandelair. Our shopper excursions always end with lunch at a fancy restaurant. And Kate joined us for lunch which made the day even more festive. We dined at an Italian restaurant. Molly was pleased with her shopping and her lunch. Nothing pleases a grandmother more than having a happy and content grandchild. Today, everyone was happy.