Had a really wonderful time shopping in Amish Country on Saturday. It came at a great time because on Friday my ex husband and his new wife had their baby. I had a house full of all kinds of emotions flying about with my children. I as well was very emotional and just not myself. I just did not know how to act or feel or what to say! It was pretty miserable for me. So a bit of retail therapy and escape to the country was wonderful for me. I had rides organized for the kids but my ex ended up taking the kids to the hospital and buying them breakfast and lunch and doing some driving for them. I was just glad to be out of the picture so to speak....I think it helped alot.

My girlfriend bought a ton of great stuff but I mostly looked. I bought my kids some stocking stuffers that were modest and my dad a gift. I bought some cheese, fresh baked bread and some homemade peanut butter and honey spread. I did buy a beautiful nativity set that was $36.00 but it was on sale for an extra 20% off. I got the last one and was I glad! It is just too beautiful for words! I already have it displayed! I just love how pretty it is. We ate at Mrs Yoders and had a wonderful salad bar! I tried to pay but my friend paid saying it was all her treat! I wanted to just break out in tears at that point. I enjoyed seeing the pretty farms, countryside and farm animals. It was nice to see buggies and simple Amish people. It was peaceful and serene at times to be driving up and down the roads in the middle of no where ----it really calmed me and helped ease the pain and heartache I was feeling. I was feeling more sad since my kids decided to spend Thanksgiving with their dad and not me. So I will travel 2 1/2 hours to see my family for two days, by myself. Holdays are never "easy" for me.

I came home and we ordered three pizzas since my son and his friend were also around. Pizza was $20.00. I also went to bed early....it was good to just sleep.

Today is laundry, grocery shopping for the week (menu planning first) and getting things tidy.