Rush Tickets

Happiness is...

Rush Tickets. Fond of plays? Care to go to the theatre? Not interested in spending 65$ each? No problem.

With rush tickets, you can spontaneously decide in an afternoon to head over to the box office and get half price tickets just minutes before the show. Sure, it's risky. But is it worth it? Absolutely. Today, a few of us went to see A Christmas Carol, just because. Not only were we able to enjoy a great show, but it didn't put us back much either. Win.

p.s. I recommend this show in particular---great set, awesome blocking, and amazing cast. God bless us, every one!

Gift Cards

Happiness is...

Gift cards. I love receiving gift cards because of many reasons... I hate asking for necessities like groceries and textbooks and hygiene products for Christmas... I don't want to make Christmas another droll occasion... I know people will sleep better at night if they know they didn't get me something I already had or, worse, despise... I love spending money. Not shopping, but splurging. And what better way than if it isn't even affecting my bank account anyway?

Booya. Gift cards. Santa couldn't have been more spot on.

Giving gifts

Happiness is...

Giving gifts. Sure, I stress for a few days about what to get someone. But after a little thoughtful shopping and some nice crisp wrapping paper, all that awaits is their receiving of my present, and the joy that's on their face when they open it and find something that spoke to me about them.

I love presents. They're a little token of personal affection, and they are way better than me just splurging on an impulsive desire. A simple reminder of love, hope, and family. Gifts. Merry Christmas!

God bless us, every one.

Christmas eve

Happiness is...

Christmas eve.
Candlelit services.
Handbells.
Carols.
Wild Rice Soup.
Family.
Relaxing.
Tradition.
Love.
The spirit of the holiday.

White Elephant

Happiness is...

White Elephant. Do you have something completely ridiculous sitting around your room? Only at this time of year, only at this type of party---regift it.

Everyone retrieves a present, gets a good laugh, and brings home a new piece of ridiculous. It's a perfect excuse to get together with old friends.

So wrap up your VHSs, beanie babies, or that Buddy Jesus, and come along!

Crafting Gifts

Happiness is...

Crafting gifts. You can go shopping all day if you wish, but when you sit down and make some homemade presents, the Christmas cheer is multiplied for sure. Knitting scarves, writing cards, baking treats, decorating candy, even making paper snowflakes...

Dollar items.

Happiness is...

Dollar items. I head to the dollar tree every few months just to poke around for fun. But every now and then, I find a real steal. For example, a book from my favorite author that I purchased last night.

Or, a quick box of Christmas cards to give out.

Likewise, the entire dollar section at Target. I'll admit that it's usually a bunch of junk, but every now and then there is something I want, and it's only the price of a soda. That's a good trip. I understand how silly this sounds, but just try it sometime. 

Tis the season... for exciting little buys.