Christmas Wish List

In light of what's going on in Ferguson, this feels more than a bit ridiculous. But in my defense, I started this blog post before then. No, not before the August 9th death of Mr. Brown, but before the grand jury decision. So anyway, we're GimmePigs, as my dad would say.


For me:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/106766569/custom-silhouette-cameo-ring-sterling?ref=favs_view_1
This cameo ring. But with the Bean's face. I previously had bought myself very slim stacking rings that had "bean" and "a&j" written on them, but they were thin enough that they broke. I prefer the look of the silhouette necklaces, I think, but am not one for necklaces as often.

A Spring Break trip for the family to Aspen, Colorado. My brother and Zahavah are living there, at least for the winter, and now that Alex's ACL is all healed up, and the Bean is old enough to take on the Magic Carpet, all I want for Christmas is a spring ski vacation with my favorite brother! Maybe Denver en route to see my BFF and her family, too, Santa?

http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=1018845&vid=1&pid=144310002
I already bought this Old Navy sweater for myself. It's in my car to return, because even $55 seems like a lot to spend on myself for something I, A) don't need, and B) right before Christmas. But alas, maybe I'll have to keep it after all.

http://athleta.gap.com/browse/category.do?cid=1000057&mlink=46831,9017763,Dresses_SweatDress_11_18&clink=9017763
And because I do like clothes, and happen to wear dresses both at work and on my days off, Athleta dresses are like the very happy combo of the comfort of yoga pants with the flattery or wrap dresses. I like this colorblock dress, but would have to try on for style.

More seasons of Californication. Which won't be happening. But a girl can dream. At least Serial is still in business. And the next season of Girls will start up in January. But I have to say goodbye to Parenthood. So basically what I'm saying is, everyone I love leaves me.

https://www.thefryecompany.com/womens
Frye boots. I already have the mid-calf brown and black boots, but I don't feel like I can wear the black ones without appearing a little biker-babe, regardless of the ensemble. I actually prefer taller boots, like a cheap pair I have from several years ago. But I'm not about to fork over several hundred bucks for, essentially, another pair of shoes. That said, I could maybe go for a cheapie pair of ankle boots? I add the question mark for several reasons - I'm not sure I have the kind of body that can pull of shorties, and also, I'm not typically one to jump aboard short-lived trends, and I don't have a lot of faith this one will stick around long.

Shutterfly or Blurb gift certificates. So that I can finally make all those "Family Yearbooks" that I've intended to the last five years.

Books. I haven't read Amy Poehler's new one yet. And I've never read Mindy Kahling. I haven't read Cheryl Strayed's other book either. I, obvi, love wandering the aisles of Powell's, but lately I've been partial to our local Annie Bloom's lately.

For Hubs:

http://www.pendleton-usa.com/
Because what "lumbersexual" couldn't use another nice Pendleton dress shirt??

http://us.asos.com/Men-Underwear-Socks-Loungewear/12j42h/?cid=18797#state=Rf989%3D4963&parentID=Rf989&pge=0&pgeSize=36&sort=-1
or here:
http://www.jumpinjammerz.com/whats-hot/productc-4/
I bought onesies for my brother and his wife, Zahavah, last year for Christmas, and really, Alex and I were both so jealous. This might have to be our Christmas Eve present to ourselves. Because really, who doesn't want to open their stockings/Santa Sacks in a grown-up onesie?!?

http://www.rei.com/c/mens-cycling-jackets
What he really wants/needs is a new bike jacket for commuting from SW to WL in the rain. And apparently some kind of new bike bag to hold his things.


And he wants free weights. Yeah, right, I'll believe that when I see it. We joke that maybe we'll just be the couple that works out together. Never.Gonna.Happen.


And for the Bean:

http://www.radioflyer.com/all-terrain-cargo-wagon.html

She totally wants to go off-roading in a wagon with all of her babies. Or, with a brofer or sister. But that I can't promise any time soon.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/163578249/font-alphabet-puzzle?ref=shop_home_active_4
I mean, who can afford $230 for a kids' wooden puzzle, but my goodness I love this!

http://www.bogsfootwear.com/shop/styles/babyShoes/toddlerWinterBoots/page0.html

http://www.keenfootwear.com/products/shoes/tots

http://www.toms.com/kids/kids-shoes
Shoes. And boots. Why do her feet keep growing?!?


Clothes, clothes, and more clothes. She's grown out of her 2T clothes, but we keep squeeeeeeezing her in just for good measure. I prefer cotton/casual dresses and tights for her, but she also needs long sleeve tops and some 3T pants. I'm partial to Target for all things toddler playwear, but I'll take whatever anyone's gifting. I also like H&M and Old Navy. But also hand-me-downs.