Monday 26 November 2012

Downtown Brandon

 

What does it take these days to put a skip in your step? I know you have been thinking about it, and I would love to hear what it is. For me, it is the chance to go and visit my grandson and kiss his chubby little cheeks. Tomorrow I am heading off for a short visit to see him; then, I am back for the month of December to wish you a happy holiday season. 

I know you think that I head south for the winter to escape the cold, which is partially true.  The real truth is that I like this time of year: the crisp snow, fresh air and a walk downtown in my warm winter coat, reminiscing about when I was a child. I overheard some ladies talking about Kresge’s the other day. Now, that brought back memories. I remember one year they had a monkey in a cage in a basement department... or was I just dreaming? I do love the idea of all the little shops downtown, and being able to peek into those businesses for a moment or two as I walk past. I am really happy we have been able to establish our own shops there and to help you fulfill your love of downtown, too. 

Christmas is coming up and I have been looking at my sparkly red sweater hanging in the closet, not quite feeling the need to put it on yet. I will save it for those special days in December when I get feeling all warm and fuzzy. Somehow, there is energy in the season that says everything is going to be okay. The fact that we all love each other becomes more apparent. It is really needed in these times. I am also grateful as a retailer for the Christmas season. It is important to help keep the economy rolling right along. I know this sounds a little bourgeois, but it is true. I thank you for your support of Lady of the Lake Trading Company Inc.'s businesses. We employ over 25 people; many of them have made it a career. I am sure they thank you, too!

From the bottom of my little ol’ heart, here’s a big smacker, Bridget