Coconut "Mousie"

As much fun as I had with Papa and Granny-Bird, I am so glad I didn't miss out on our trip to the outlets today! Apparently our house phone is messed up so they almost couldn't get up with me to ask me if I wanted to go...thank goodness for cell phones. :)

We ate lunch at little deli in Smithfield called Gondolfo's. (sp??) I was super excited to eat here with Papa because Granny-Bird always jokes with me about this one time that they ate there and Papa ordered  the Coconut Mousse but instead called it the "Coconut Mousie" when he ordered it! haha.  ha. Of course when we got done with our subs we had to order a "mousie" but this time Papa told me I had order the "mousies." This time we got a chocolate "mousie" but I was so used to calling it a "mousie" instead of mousse that I almost said it myself! Not only is this a joke between Granny-Bird and I but my friends and I as well!

After lunch we of course had to go to the outlets! This seriously called for a lot of self-control because after cleaning my closet out this week, I have realized more than ever, I have way more than I should want or need. As I went through my entire closet and filled up over 10 black trash bags I got to thinking about how 1) I haven't ever worn half of this stuff and 2) I can't take it to heaven with me so I need to be much more cautious with how I spend my money and invest in in something more worth while.  God must really be trying to this point across to me because the Summit (church I go to when I'm at school) sermon I listened to from this past Sunday as I was getting ready this morning talked about how eternity is what our eyes should be fixed upon. Here is the link for the podcast if you would like to check it out! Click Here :)

Anyways... so I did end up buying a sticker and license plate for my car but when I saw all of the gorgeous pocket books, shoes, and clothes I reallly wanted, but reallly didn't need, I tried to remind myself of that neat and organized closet I had back home and that buying a new pair of shoes would not be as fulfilling as it seemed at the moment!

But anyways, (sorry for the tangent!)  I had such a good time spending time with my sweet grandparents today! No matter what we are doing whether it is eating a coconut "mousie", shopping at the outlets, or just driving down the rode, there is sure to be a laugh or two..or three!


P.S.- Since they just announced the American Idol results I have to give a little shout-out to Scotty! It makes my heart so happy to know such a fine Christian young man is in the American spotlight. Just hearing him speaking about God's goodness in his life gives me the faith that he is going to be an influence on Hollywood rather than Hollywood being an influence on him!