You know, I enjoy shopping and even if there's not anything I really need or want, it comforts me. Like the old commercial for Callgon...Callgon take me away.
Humm...emotional shopping, is that like emotional eating? I don't go to malls, #$%^&^^%$# food courts are there.
Deal is this.
I go out to Barnes and Noble, to an Antique Store or Hobby Lobby, Tuesday Morning, you name the store....it's therapeutic shopping.
I find myself, more often than not, finding things I really would not ever have on my list! Then I put them back, yes, in it's place and I leave happy as a lark! It's the thrill of the hunt that excites me!
Do you ever find things you think are real treasures and then put them back?
Do tell!
Have a great day, sweet friends!
Nancy, I like looking at all the new things too. I do not buy every time I am out...that's for sure. I do love getting deals. I hate food courts too. I do not want to smell food while looking at clothes...is that strange? Blessings to you this week. xoxo, Susie
ReplyDeleteI had not really thought of that, but so true! My thing...love those cookies!
DeleteHello Nancy, I have cut back shopping outing big time since I retired. I already need to downsize what I have and no longer need. I hope you feel good, enjoy your day! Happy Tuesday, enjoy your week ahead!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your week, Eileen!
DeleteSorry about being stressed out but you handled it perfectly! Nothing like a little shopping trip to soothe the soul.
ReplyDeleteAs for me, when I shop there's no turning back. I take home what I buy. Hope you're feeling better!
I totally get this! If I really want it, it is mine and on the way home:)
DeleteI love shopping too Nancy. Unfortunately I am not as disciplined as you to put the things back lol! I do usually say if it has been in my cart the whole shopping trip and I am not excited about it I will put it back.
ReplyDeleteHave a great week.
Kris
There are times... I don't put back!!
DeleteSometimes I put them back and sometimes not! lol Just going out to antique stores, etc..., is a nice afternoon for me!
ReplyDeleteI agree!
ReplyDeleteYes, I often tdo just that. Sometimes I take a photo with my phone. Then if I'm still thinking of it days later, I'll retrace my steps to see if it's still there. I don't like to be an impulse buyer. If something isn't there when I return, I know it wasn't meant for me to have it. '-)
ReplyDeleteGreat idea to take a picture of it. Good for you not being an impulse buyer, not me! I have to say, if I really want it then, it's mine!
DeleteYes, I do that also. Put it in the basket and keep shopping, then if I find something better back it goes where I found it. Sometimes I leave without purchasing nothing. But I get out and about.
ReplyDeleteHave a great week Nancy.
Hugs,
Mary
I hear you! That could be me on some of my shopping outings!
DeleteI always tell Dan it's about the hunt when you go out. That's when it's fun- making a project of looking for something and then it gets better when you run across something you didn't expect and love it! Yes when I get in a funk it helps me to go out and get some retail therapy. I'm much better at not buying than I used to be. I have loaded up things at T.J. Maxx and then wandered about putting them back.
ReplyDeleteYes, that funk is it and retail therapy is the best!
DeleteI usually like to buy,buy,buy but I think it's great you are happy just with the hunt. My husband would be thrilled if I just liked to hunt and not buy :o) I will say that I buy much less than I used to though. I also find that I feel refreshed and happy with just a small purchase like a candle.
ReplyDelete~Des
Oh Des, don't get me wrong!! I do buy, but there are times I'll just put it back! Which just means I really did not want it!
DeleteNancy, glad you got some stress relief my friend. I am a thrifter or as my man would say, "Junker". But he DISLIKES Thrift stores and Yard sales! Me...I take it by spells to be honest. I like to go when I've plenty of time to browse and I don't always buy. But now when I'm on a mission....LOOK out! I will shop all day to accomplish a mission I may be on. LOL! I truly love to shop at stores like Ross, TJ Maxx, Marshall's, Micheals, AC Moore and well, let me in Lifeway store and I will be in there for hours just browsing at the books and studies they offer. Matter of fact I feel some therapy coming on soon! LOL! Hugs and blessings, Cindy
ReplyDeleteOn a mission, that is when I do buy! Like those stores too, maybe we will run into each other one day! Hope you have a great therapy session today!
DeleteNancy, I so enjoy a day shopping by myself in Hobby Lobby, TJ Maxx, Tuesday Morning ...these are located in my city. But, I love to drive 60 miles away to Barnes & Noble where I can spend an entire day reading and drinking coffee! I don't have to buy anything, it really is therapy! Happy Wednesday, Pam @ Everyday Living
ReplyDeleteDear Kindred Spirit-
ReplyDeleteYou know I am right there with you!
Some of our best phone conversations have been when I am sitting in my car in a store parking lot!
Love to you my friend!
Yes, shopping can be so relaxing and fun. I love just browsing, and often never even buy anything. But when I do buy something, it's usually unique, one of a kind items. :) Isn't Barnes and Noble delightful? I'm glad you had a fun shopping day, Nancy.
ReplyDelete~Sheri
Yes Nancy I do this all the time! I have to tell you that I was just in your neck of the woods. My cousin L has recently moved to The Woodlands. Have a wonderful flower filled week!
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