We’re Off to See the Wizard of the Wonderful Outlet Mall

**ahem**–stepping into my sultry Marilyn Monroe voice…

Happy birthday to you,
Happy birthday to you,
Happy birthday Sherwy & Mandaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
Happy birthday to you!

stepping out of Marilyn Monroe character…

Yes, the twins are getting older. The big 2-5 for them this year. It still sounds kinda weird to say that my younger siblings are 25. I’ve gotta work on my sister though—she’s got this negative side of her that complains about getting old. She ain’t old! And if she’s old—then what am I????

So, Amanda didn’t know what she wanted to do or eat. But today was definitely Ontario Mills Mall day!!!! If you ask Amanda, she’ll tell you that I “shopped down the place”. But really, I only picked up a few things. And she shopped too.

For real, who can pass up great bargains at The Children’s Place Outlet? Hello—they had $0.99 racks there. Yes, ninety-nine cents per item. They also had a few $7.99 & $4.99 racks at 50% off each. They had a Sean John Outlet store. I bought myself a shirt simply because it was affordable and said “Sean John”. Fear not, this isn’t a habit. Unless we strike oil in the next 30 yrs, that’s probably the only Sean John item I’m ever buying for myself. I visited the Nike Outlet to get something for Hubby. Oh, and a Carter’s Outlet. I like their onesies for Jamayia!! We made the round of the entire mall. I found an appropriate shopping cart cover too. I have a Licker–must cover entire cart. I can now grocery shop during the day, with Bébé!

Jamayia had a great time too. Poor thing just about passed out as soon as we got in the car.

Oh, I must share this shoe story though. My sister took me to a great discount shoe outlet, Off Broadway Shoes. At the front of the store, they have rows galore of fancy shoes at fancy prices. And at the back, they had clearance racks, with a different discount amount per colour-coded sticker. Well, I tried on many a cute pair. I was debating on whether or not to actually purchase any. I have extremely narrow feet, so these shoes were not going to be a sure fit. But, for a fantastic price, I’d at least have a pretty shoe with an okay fit. The shoebox said $70.00, but they were in the wrong box. The discount sticker was 40% off, plus an extra 10%. I hemmed and hawed. They’d be like about $35 after discount. Amanda convinced me to take them to the till to check the price, and I could decide there. At the till, they were $28 and some change after discount. And the shoes Amanda picked up were just over $12. I can’t wait to go back.

We headed out early. When in Southern Cali, you must do whatever’s necessary to avoid traffic. Had I more time, I would’ve definitely tried on actual clothing for myself. I sadly didn’t have time for that. We did stop off for some food though. Yummm….West Indian cuisine.

After chillin’ that evening, Nicole came by with a present for Amanda. Then we headed out to Target. I picked up few DVDs. A couple Tyler Perry plays, and Dreamgirls, as it was only $10. Yes—I said $10!! Then we went to Coldstone Creamery for ice cream. Turns out that they sing you this cute little song on your birthday. The look on Amanda’s face was pretty funny.