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Dear Reader,
It's that time of year again. The catalogs are piling up on the end table next to my leather chair. That's where I stack my magazines, newspapers and "thumb-throughs"--you know, those glossy, four-colored gift catalogs that do their darndest to try to convince me what I can't live without this holiday season. "Give them color, give them fun, give them joy, give them unique gifts that they'll always remember. And while you're at it, find something special for yourself."
How could I resist? I grabbed a pencil and turned the page.
And they were right. Whoever wrote the promotional copy for this catalog wasn't exaggerating. Why, I only had to turn to page three and I spotted something that would give my home that festive holiday feeling--Christmas stockings that could hang down from my fireplace mantel, and for an extra $6.00 each, I could personalize them with embroidered names. Santa's getting old you know, we have to make it easy for him to keep things straight (I circled the stockings). Page 33 had a photo of a "Collapsible Compartment Carryall". It opens wide to reveal compartments that hold up to six wine bottles, glassware, reading material and a bite to eat. Six wine bottles?
Must be some picnic (I don't drink), but it is cute. I think I'll order the lime-colored one and there's free gift wrapping. I circled that item, too.
Monogrammed sheets and pillowcases: "Bedding that elevates everyday essentials to a new level." I know, I used to have monogrammed sheets years ago. They were my favorite. Let's see...I think I'll order white, with a green stitching.
A mesh embellished tunic--the copy says it's an "exclusive"--it would look great on me. A modern kilt skirt--ooh, another "exclusive". Just the thing to go with my dark purple sweater (I'm going to need to sharpen this pencil). And of course, I need the Tall Leather Black Boots to finish off the total look: Size 7, only $158.00. A Cable-Front V-Neck Sweater in soft blue, an Asymmetrical Button Sweater--you can't ever have too many sweaters--and a Vintage inspired reversible belt; that just about does it. That completes my order. One last thumb-through to look at all the items I've circled, and I threw the catalog away.
Yes, it's that time of year again. Thankfully looking, circling, and dreaming are satisfaction enough for me.
Thanks for reading with me. It's so good to read with friends.
Suzanne Beecher
Suzanne@DearReader.com
www.DearReader.com
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