Several more purchases yesterday. I visited a thrift shop looking for things for the “cruise” wardrobe (on a budget). I love the beautiful long-sleeve blouse with sparkling beads sewn to the collar (paired with a nice black pleated skirt [in my wardrobe for years] ). The pants have a unique pattern so better (IMHO) than jeans. I’ve had the kaftan for years; is it appropriate for evening wear?? (Postscript: Searched the Internet for an answer and apparently just “lounge wear.”) The gray pleated skirt was an earlier purchase. The pink blouse was on sale–at Walmart–yesterday. Also bought a pair of like-new Keds white loafers at the thrift shop (sturdy soles on ship-board).

Postscript, Sunday, October 12, 2014: It was a major undertaking to search my wardrobe for plain white, tan or black T-shirts, sweaters, or blouses to wear with the patterned pants!! “Major”… but accomplished!! Slowly, I’m organizing clothes for the cruise (starting the day after Thanksgiving). I still have garments that have not been unpacked so will challenge that project soon. Use it or donate it!!

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Denim shirt (lightweight jacket) from the thrift shop. The purchase of western vest and white shirt dates back a few weeks. I’m always looking for outfits for square dancing. Apparel from a “Western” shop is so-o-o-o expensive!!

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Two more “impulse” purchases at Walmart yesterday. I really need extra shelf space. Soon I’ll unpack sweaters for Fall and Winter. ~~ I donated my hot air popcorn popper in North Carolina. I really enjoy air popped corn as a snack. I planned to make some today and found the unopened package has bugs in it. Now the corn will go to the squirrels. (Lucky squirrels!!)

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This is blog number nine hundred nine. As previously stated “I like round numbers.”