Yesterday morning felt "less" like a normal Saturday and more like I was on a personal "Return Tour 2026."
LOL... No autograph signings.....just receipts, bags, and taking care of all the second guessing that I've had since the first of the year.
First stop: Kirkland's. I had purchased a picture that I really liked and thought it would hang beautifully in a certain spot in our home. Well..it clearly was not the shade of sage that would go well with the colors I already use. Beautiful picture, but it just was not meant to live in our living area.
Next Up: Dillard's...I returned a pair of shoes I was sure that I would love. I think more than anything, I had convinced myself that this pair would be 'Cute and practical' ....then I put them on and they just were not me!! At this stage of my life...I need full comfort.
After all of my returning, we stopped at Outback for a quick lunch. This is what I call "Emotional Recovery" from making all of the returns of things I thought I had to have. Good food, the best company (Sam), and a quiet booth is all I needed.
BTW...Sam waited in the car at each of the stops I made for the returns. He kinda enjoyed his heated car seat and his Southern Gospel music while waiting on me.
I thought I was done and we were about to head home when I remembered one more thing. The recliner!! Earlier in the month I bought a cream colored, tweed chair. I have kept it covered and never even removed the tags.. Funny isn't it? This should have been my first clue that this chair was not what I really wanted. Two weeks later, I finally admitted the truth: I am a leather recliner girl.
I made another quick stop at the furniture store. I made the exchange and now my leather chair will be delivered this next week, and the cream one will be heading back to the store with the delivery guys.
Decision made.....My peace restored.
So yes, lots of returns. But here's what I realized: returning things doesn't mean failure. (I honestly do not like making returns). I think in my case..... for an early morning return tour, I used some wisdom.
Life gives us freedom to change our minds and adjust our choices....I feel like I was letting go of what didn't quiet fit for me and this feels pretty good.
This was my Saturday morning....and Watching Football filled my afternoon.
Happy Sunday.....
Shug.
I would say your day was quite productive, my friend. Add on a lunch date and spending time with your special guy and that is a recipe for a good day! I hope today finds you cozy and snuggly or out and about, whichever your heart desires. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteYou've had quite a busy day it seems. It's true, sometimes something that looks good in the shop loses its appeal when we have it at home.
ReplyDeleteGod bless always.
no shopping here so no returns either. I will count that as one good thing about caregiverhood... and the only ordered form A and WM are supplies needed, so no returns there either. I always dreaded returns
ReplyDeleteExtremely productive day, Shug, especially since you had your best buddy with you! Yes, we're at the age when we don't need to live with what no longer suits our tastes or style. I'm praying for Sam and you!
ReplyDeleteI'm not a fan of returning things either, but sometimes it just has to be done. Too bad the picture was the wrong shade - it's so pretty!
ReplyDeleteI'm with you on shoes! I used to be able to pick up cute, cheap shoes. Those days are done.
Thanks for the Sam update. I had a patient that had those same issues with ammonia levels. When they go up, you notice it pretty quickly. Praying the dietician appt happens this time!
Oh, I don't like making returns either, Shug, and I seldom have to. When I buy something these days, I have to absolutely love it. But we never know what it will look like when we get it home, so there's that. Your leather chair is charming, and I hope it works well in your home. Your framed picture is pretty. That sage green is really in right now. I loved your words on letting go on what didn't quite fit for you. And I'm glad all your returns are taken care of. That's always a reason to rejoice. ; )
ReplyDeleteAre you reading my mind, Shug? I think we made no less than 4 returns last week. Thankfully, every sales associate was sweet and understanding.
ReplyDeleteYour new recliner is lovely, and I hope you enjoy lots of sweet dreams while sitting there!
You have really had to wait a long time for the dietician appointment. I have always wanted a leather couch, but never got one. Is this the brown color that you got? I would think it is neutral, too! I have bought paintings that I absolutely loved, only to find out they did not fit on the wall I had planned, or they look awful once they are hung! I need to carry a tape measure and color swatch!
ReplyDeleteWell, about the dietician - you would not want Sam catching something. Right? I hate returning things myself. I loved the picture. And I hope you love your new chair. Glad for the update on Sam. I hope he gets those levels down quickly. Hugs and prayers.
ReplyDeleteI applaud you for making the returns instead of allowing more "stuff" to clutter the home. You did good!
ReplyDeleteGood for you getting all your returns done. Thankfully I haven't had to do that in quite some time.
ReplyDeleteShug, you really do have a lovely perspective. You've even managed to make me feel better, and see the lesson, in all the returns I made this week. Ps...glad you exchanged the chair!
ReplyDeleteIt was nice of Sam to accompany you.
ReplyDeleteI love that new chair! What a relief to get those returns out of the way, and I'm glad Sam could go with you. That means a lot. ❤️
ReplyDeleteI hate having to return things. But I also hate when I buy the wrong thing and it's just not the right fit. This happens to me all the time with purses and shoes :)
ReplyDeleteI think I like leather as well. My cloth recliner doesn't have any lumbar support. I'm using a pillow! uggg
ReplyDeletehugs
Donna
It sounds like a busy morning. That is a shame about the returns but if they were not right for you it was the best thing to do. It sounds like Sam had a lovely time waiting in the car and enjoy your new chair!
ReplyDeleteWe looked at recliners today too when we were out running errands. Prayers continue for Sam...and for you, my friend. xx
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