Let it Snow!

I know it's a little early to be thinking about snow but I can't seem to get it off my mind. My mama bear instinct has kicked into high gear this year. This is most likely attributable to my nesting urge as I am due with Baby #2 next month.

I keep hearing from sources like NOAA and the Farmers Almanac that Marylanders should expect a cold and snowy winter, unlike last year. Knowing that I might be a little confined this year with a newborn, I want to make sure that my 21 month old daughter has everything she needs for winter.

I would hate for her to look outside at her first big snowfall and not be able to go outside and play because she didn't have warm and waterproof clothing.  Hence, all the cool snow gear I stocked up on at the Children's Place. 


Above is the 3-in-1 Jacket.  It appeared to be a very warm winter coat with thermal insulation and an inside removable liner. It was originally $59.95. I was able to use $40 in Place Cash and my Place Card 5% discount and ended up only spending about $20 for the coat.

I also picked up these Alaska Boots. They were originally $28.95. I was able to use an additional $20 in Place Cash and my Place Card 5% discount and ended up spending about $17.50 for the boots.  I did some comparison shopping at Wal Mart and Target and this was about the most reasonable price out there, particularly for the quality.

Finally, I purchased this snow suit. The Ski Overalls were originally $34.95. At first, I paid full price, plus I recieved a 20% coupon for taking a survey on the website and combined that coupon with my 5% Place Card discount. I paid $28.15 originally. I saw online today that all Outerwear had been marked down 25%. Plus, there was a coupon attached for an additional 15% off. I went back to the store for a price adjustment/return and, with the Place Card discount, I ended up paying $21.12 for the snow suit. I find this to be very reasonable for the quality of item!

I spent a lot of time over the past few weeks preparing the whole household for winter. I organized all our hats, gloves, and scarves, sent my wool coat to the cleaners and made sure all buttons were intact, and ordered myself a new down coat to replace my old one. I don't want to have two little ones in my care and I'm not prepared for the elements.

I think I'm all set now for the cold weather. Of course, I just remembered that I don't have any waterproof gloves for little hands to make snowballs with.....