Smart Christmas Shopping

Like most children, our girls have been busy compiling their Christmas Wish Lists. I transferred their Wish Lists to Amazon on Sunday evening. You can even share lists with friends and family around the world if they would like to buy gifts for your children. Evie and I started shopping via Amazon on Sunday night!

ALWAYS compare prices online. I typically compare Amazon, Walmart, and Target. On Monday morning, we went to Target to get the items we could not find on Amazon. It was nice to shop in person as the store was decorated for the holidays and the Christmas music was playing in the background. I made sure to stop at Starbucks for my Love (we grabbed a taco for me too)!

We were searching for a particular doll (the Target website stated they had some in stock...ALWAYS carry your iPhone), so Ryan (Target store associate) was kind enough to check in the back. He found it and I told him he was our hero! We found gifts for our family members too (don't forget the Gift Receipts).

Target - McAllen, TX (north)

NOW is the time to shop! Many items are in stock and the crowds are much smaller. I also recommend going early in the morning if possible.

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