The Bestie Christmas Shop 2025

Cher and I try hard to squeeze in a Christmas shop each season. This one felt like it might be the hardest to swing, yet swing it we did, and we had a blast! 💜 BIG honourable mention to Brady for having the kids to himself today. He has always resisted the stereotype of men “babysitting” their own kids, and makes sure he can feel confident having them all on his own. That feels a little shakier now than it used to, but in order for me to have some time away, the whole fam pitched in and helped out a bit more intentionally. So we could have ALL the fun getting out shopping on!

We always get Starbucks at the Indigo on 8th, so that was one of our first stops.

I obviously can’t say all the places we went to, but we really made good, big use of our time!!! Here are some things that I felt were notable.

I definitely thought this particular cup said “blood work” on it. But. It does not.

Adaptive clothing!! Its pretty neutral and basic, but I would’ve KILLED for this when I had a g-tube feeding kid! Ack!

This particular stuffed toy gave me… ya I’m just gonna say it… butthole vibes.

And I’m still not sure I made the right choice leaving this behind. Opinions?

We went to Smileys buffet for supper. We didn’t eat as much as we often do, but I think we were both more tired than we were hungry 😅 This is by far my favorite picture from our booth hahaha!!! 🤣 👇

Also, feels important to add that ☝️ that sushi plate was for sharing.

We laughed a LOT today 💜

And I wouldn’t have changed anything at all 💜

It was a really, really lovely day away. And when it was time to come home and slip my boots off, the house was quiet, save for my husband and our Munchie Mix, tucked in bed, watching a game on Brady’s phone, totally content. It was SO nice.

I sure love you, Cher!! Thanks for shopping with me again, with my long lists and the hustle and bustle. It is always SUCH a fun day with you 💜

And thank you, Brady, for making it possible for me to be away for the bulk of the day, and not resenting me for it. I love you 💜

Ok! Now to SLEEP!!!! 🥱