Barry's Travel Blog: Styles-ish Monday

Today was another shopping day, but this time Cam and I get into the act. Ellenton Outlet Mall was the destination and it's not unlike the old (original), Centre Mall in Hamilton, in that it's an open air mall with covered walkways. The girls went one way with a specific quest in mind, while Cam and I set out on what we expected to be a bide our time, stroll.

And that is pretty much what it was. That is until we stumbled upon the Columbia brand store. That's when it hit the fan for us. Oh, no! We're acting just like a couple of old ladies who've found a treasure trove in the dollar store.

"Look at the colour selection. That's a nice shirt. No, look at this one. It's a much lighter material and has a higher SPF rating. Great prices! Ooh, these shorts will be great for the golf course."

Ugh... It's actually kind of nauseating when I think back on it. I'm not sure, but we may have out-spent the girls on this day.

Dinner tonight will be with Jackie and Geoff Styles. Get it? We shop for stylish clothing through the day, then have dinner with the Styles. Hence this post's title... "Styles-ish Monday". Get it? (insert groan here).

Pre-dinner drinks are at Jackie and Geoffs condo on Longboat Key, then it's off to the Lazy Lobster for a seafood dinner. This night out is actually an early birthday celebration for Pat. I won't disclose which specific birthday this is, but I will say it's one that a lot of people consider a milestone.