A shopping excursion...

So yesterday the kids and I went shopping in Foley at the outlet mall and the day went a little like this...
First, we went to Gymboree, as I had some gymbucks to spend. We were in there a bit longer than I had anticipated, as there were quite a few orange items and Aiden wanted them all. I wanted to make sure to get all the kids an outfit. So, I ended up getting: Caitlyn - two sweaters, three shirts, a skirt, and hair clips. Aiden - two shirts, pants, hat and sun glasses. Noah - a sweatshirt, and a hat. For all of that, I paid only $58! So excited to get all of those savings. I was more excited, however, when Noah told me, "Mommy, are we about to go, I am really getting uncomfortable." I am constantly amazed at how much progress he has made. I know he is getting older, but I can just remember the days of tantrums and explosions, and then I thought, "is this ever going to end." I can now say he does 100x better at regulating himself and his sensory input, so that I don't have to! Such a big accomplishment! So, after Gymboree, we went to the crocs store. I got two pairs of crocs and two jibbits for $31! Again, yea for the bargain! We then proceeded to Target, as I had promised them they could spend some/all of their Christmas money. We took a pit stop at Krispy Kreme, and then on to Target. Caitlyn was a little sad that she had already spent her money the week before. After much deliberation, Aiden and Noah selected their items, so off to the check out stand we went. But, before we got very far, Noah said,"Wait, Mommy, I want to get Caitlyn something." He assured me he had enough money saved from his allowance to get her something. So the delighted Caitlyn bounced off to select her item. I was really I impressed by Noah's desire to include his sister in this happiness and that he spent his hard earned money on something for her! I told Caitlyn she should really be thankful for the brothers she was given, because mine would not only have NOT gotten me something, but they probably would have taunted me on the way out. The kids and I had a good laugh at that. So, went headed home and everyone was happy! Shopping trip...success!