Shopping Local and Family Portrait

I very rarely post things about my family on this fashion blog.  But for a change, and because I'm hoping this may inspire others, I am sharing my "Shop Local" experience--which included my family.
(and now the fam becomes visible for Visible Monday!)  

We actually started this tradition last year.  For Christmas the four of us get together and Christmas shop in Rockport--an artistic, ocean-side community with a slew of cute little shops.  One gift each.  Then we go for lunch.  

We started off the day with a family picture--as it is rare now to have the whole family together with one of my sons in San Diego.

Coffee was first on the list, then we wander around picking out our favorite items, then drop hints where our picks are at.

The main street in Rockport--Bearskin Neck~

One of the many cute shops!  My fingers were freezing and it was hard to take pictures!

After we go for lunch and maybe a cocktail.

View from restaurant.  

Christmas shopping is a delight now! My family loves the day together and it feels like the holidays should:  no stress, just enjoyable time together. 

Mademoiselle Coco Chanel and me!

Later this week, more "Trends" pages and "DIY"!