The big box store was not too busy when we flashed our membership card and entered the enormous warehouse this afternoon. It was time to replenish our bulk stock of some of the staples we buy there, and after a busy day at school, Heidi was up for a little retail therapy, too.
She was hoping for some Valentine's Day lights or decorations but was pleased to find a pair of Gap cargo pants instead. As we made our way back and forth across the aisles, I noticed that while they didn't have much for Valentine's Day, they were flush with Lunar New Year goodies. As I looked around at my fellow shoppers, I saw many couples or families who appeared to be shopping for that very holiday.
"When is it?" Heidi asked me when I pointed out my observations.
"Wednesday," I told her as a woman with the happy air of someone on a joyful errand pushed her cart loaded with dumplings, wine, and other treats past us, a little boy and girl skipping excitedly behind her.
I could actually feel their holiday spirit and that of others around me, and it was wonderful! Before I knew it, there was a spring in my step and a smile on my face. Welcome to you, Year of the Snake!
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