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Father's Day 2014 was simple, spent with family and we delighted in the little things. Special days don't have to be grand to be special. Trevor was treated to a morning of sleep, pancakes with sprinkles and home-made cards. I had a disappointing mommy moment at one point in the morning. I thought I was recording Trevor opening his gifts and reading his cards from the kids only to realize second later that I had just taken a picture. I guess a memory captured just in our hearts.
We then went to church where every family was given a bottle of barbq sauce. This wasn't just a nudge for the dads to get to the grill but an invitation to welcome someone over for a meal and love on those around you. A family you don't know well in the neighbourhood, a co-worker or someone who needs to feel loved. Sharing a meal is a simple and great opportunity to come together.
Trevor picked Montana's for his lunch, Isla needed a nap and off to the in-laws for a barbq. Kids jumped on the trampoline in between rains, I Facetimed my dad in Alberta and Monopoly was played late into the evening. A full-family-filled day.
This past Friday was the Father's Sports Day at preschool and Opa decided he was able to go with Oliver. Oliver was thrilled to have time with Opa. He took a hammer and a snack for them to share. Opa and Oliver made an alligator out of nails and rubber bands. It's a keeper.
Found these cute Dad and Grandpa cards on Tater Tots and Jello.
Hope all you wonderful Dad's felt loved.
Father's Day is a few days away. I recently came across a mens discount website. It's called Jack Threads. I'm sure there are lots of them for guys but I don't shop online for my husband too often. He's picky.
So I decided to buy Trevor two ties. Yes a typical father's day gift most would think but not for my husband. I've never bought him a tie as a gift. Mainly because he doesn't wear ties ever. Just for weddings. We have three coming up so I thought it was the perfect opportunity to buy one [or two]. I liked that these were different. I got a bow tie and a skinny casual tie. Trevor is really picky when it comes to clothes yet he doesn't want to go shopping. So I took the liberty of shopping for him and trying something different. He's either going to love it or I'll be returning them. I'm trying to take his style up a notch so we will see come this August.
Do you check out discount websites? Here are a few I like. You can get great deals on name brand clothing.
Hautelook
Zuilly
Jane
Bluefly
YOOX
Gilt
Thred Up is a very cool store if you are looking to buy name brand used clothes plus you can sell your clothes for cash. They also donate all the unused items to charity.
If you are looking for high end luxury consignment, go to Walk In My Closet. This website is all about name brands. Guessing only a select few shop here.
Some that are beyond my price range but fun sites to check out:
Century 21
Bib + Tuck
Luxury Garage Sale
Rue La La
If you have one you recommend, please share!
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