I'm Spoiled Rotten because of my Husband

If you haven't noticed by now...my husband tends to spoil me...rotten. No complaints here! After the dating history that I have had (i.e. paying for myself and previous boyfriend when I was in college and working 3 jobs to pay the bills), let's just say that Brad has been my knight in shining armor. And if you're starting to wonder if money is the issue...it's definitely not. Yes, Brad spoils me monetarily, but he also spoils me emotionally. He's my bear. I don't think a day has gone by when that man hasn't told me and shown me how much he loves me. It's the little things that make the difference, not the big things. I mean, the big things sure are nice, but I value that man's love more than anything else in this world. My hubby sure does know how to show it!

Brad and I have always been pretty good about budgeting. In fact, living as a single teacher who supports herself completely for 4 years, I have learned the value of budgeting. Then I met Brad. His budget is in excel. It's pretty detailed to say the least.

We've been really goo about our budget since we moved, had 2 houses, sold 1, and now have moved into our new house. Budgeting and watching what we spent have been a priority these past few months. So when we traveled to Gvegas for Christmas AND after Brad received his bonus this year, we decided to loosen up a little on the budget...ok maybe more than a little. This is where the spoiling comes in.

The day after Christmas, we went to the outlet malls in Gaffney. We were going there to shop at the Nike and Under Armor outlets. We are at the gym 6 days a week, so work out clothes need to hold up pretty well. Nike and Under Armor are our workout clothes of choice. They just last longer and fit well. We got to Gaffney and Nike was the first store we went to...and it was awesome. We also ventured into a "few" other stores just to look around. Well let me tell you, the sales at the outlets the day after Christmas were VERY good to us. Banana Republic being one of the best! I could not believe the deals we were getting.

Now, I'm a bargain hunter 245/7. I don't buy something, unless it is: 1) under $20 and not on sale or 2) on sale at least 40% off. So normally, I get really good deals. I can't even remember the last time I paid full price for something. I always go for the sales and specials. My husband appreciates this very much...not that I shop at expensive stores to begin with.

Anyways...we shopped at Gaffney, the Haywood mall in Greenville, and one other outlet. We got a ton-for some great prices! Sweaters, blazers, pencil skirts, dress shirts, cute tops, jewelry, t-shirts, workout pants, workout shirts, tennis shoes, heels, and new boots! A girl's heaven I tell ya.

All this to say...my husband spoils me...rotten. (He spoiled himself too. Don't worry, he did a lot of shopping also!) Merry Christmas to us!