I am turning to my favorite internet ladies for help.
I won a thousand dollar shopping spree at the mall.
But I have to spend it by September (my original plan was to wait and spend it for Christmas).
So now I am trying to figure out what to spend it on.
So what would you buy if you had $1000? This is a higher end mall too. So think Nordstrom's, Crate and Barrel, Pottery Barn, and Lululemon.
If I don't respond for an hour or so it is because I am dropping my big girls off at my mom's. That is right a thousand dollars and a weekend with only 1/3 of my girls, life is good.
I can't buy Christmas gifts now because we do an exchange and I don't have exchange names yet. We only spend about 100 dollars per girl so that leaves me with 700.
@jennlin, I can't buy gift cards only items or "experiences" (Hair cut, massage, etc.)
I can't buy Christmas gifts now because we do an exchange and I don't have exchange names yet. We only spend about 100 dollars per girl so that leaves me with 700.
@jennlin, I can't buy gift cards only items or "experiences" (Hair cut, massage, etc.)
I would still try to shop for the girls early. Or for school items the oldest may need. Is there a nail place? Maybe go get a mani/pedi. I would then think of things around the house you may need, sheets, towels, kitchen items, pillows, etc. and then whatever is left you can spend on clothes or shoes.
I would get all new bedding, pillows, towels. The nice stuff is $$$ and it's the gift that keeps on giving every night when you climb between your high thread count sheets
Is there anything that your family could enjoy right now? Using it for Christmas is great, but if you already have ti budgeted, maybe a just because gift that the family could enjoy isn't out of line.
I'd buy a fab purse but that's me. 2nd choice would be spa day for my mom and me and a nice dinner or the same with DH.
Franco Paul born 6/4/15 at 39 weeks. Mila Francesca born 10/19/13 at 37 weeks. Both born via C-Section after 6 years of fertility treatments, disappointments and losses. Love them!!
I would get something classic that you normally wouldnt buy for yourself. Something you will love for a long time and wont go out of style, like a nice bag or watch. I assume you've already budgeted for Christmas gifts, use this opportunity to reward yourself! Fun girls day! Oh yeah, and post pics of your purchases!
I want to be a super creeper and ask you which mall you went to...?...because I would know the layout and vicariously live through this amazing experience you had!
Thanks for all the input ladies. I am on my way to spend a little today and then get ideas on specifics. We have been on such a tight budget for so long I have no idea what to do with myself. Plus the fact that I have been nursing or pregnant since March of 2009 (-6 months) has made it hard to really want any clothes that don't have a stretchy waist band.
Thanks for all the input ladies. I am on my way to spend a little today and then get ideas on specifics. We have been on such a tight budget for so long I have no idea what to do with myself. Plus the fact that I have been nursing or pregnant since March of 2009 (-6 months) has made it hard to really want any clothes that don't have a stretchy waist band.
I am so freaking jealous. Have fun shopping though! And treat yourself!
Re: WWYB? (What would you buy?) AKA Help me spend money! Gifs included
I never do anything for myself so if it were me, I would be getting new clothes, make-up, a fancy new purse, etc.
All I can say is #BUYALLTHETHINGS!!! I'm so jealous. Pamper yourself, then buy some Christmas gifts. And enjoy!!!!
@jennlin, I can't buy gift cards only items or "experiences" (Hair cut, massage, etc.)
Eleanor 9.30.13
@comeongetdown, love the gif.
eta: because I am trying to type while holding a baby.
Eleanor 9.30.13
Franco Paul born 6/4/15 at 39 weeks. Mila Francesca born 10/19/13 at 37 weeks. Both born via C-Section after 6 years of fertility treatments, disappointments and losses. Love them!!
Thanks for all the input ladies. I am on my way to spend a little today and then get ideas on specifics. We have been on such a tight budget for so long I have no idea what to do with myself. Plus the fact that I have been nursing or pregnant since March of 2009 (-6 months) has made it hard to really want any clothes that don't have a stretchy waist band.
Eleanor 9.30.13