I’m not big on handbags or purses. Never have been. My purses tend to be black and small enough to tuck under the seat of a vehicle when I need it with me, but don’t have to carry it the entire time I’m out. Like when I go dancing. I may need my purse to get where I’m going, but will not carry it into the club. However, like many folks, I tend to collect bags – well, tote bags anyway LOL!
This particular tote has wonderful memories attached to it. No, it’s not pretty, just a plain, plastic tote (clear for security purposes) but look at the emblem…. ALL American Half-Time Show.
What is that? You ask.
This is the half-time show you see during the Citrus Bowl (football game) on New Years Day every year! Why is it important to me?
#1: My son has been a choreographer/coach for this event nearly every year for the past 10+ years.
#2: My granddaughter performed in the show Jan. 1, 2019
#3: A sweet friend (more like a niece) danced with my granddaughter last year. You see, Lexi was a high school Senior and (granddaughter) Bryanna a Freshman. Performers are middle/high school age making this the only time these two would ever perform together!
Also, this was my first visit to Disney (ok that’s 4 reasons LOL!) but I had to share that little fact too.
So, no, the bag I’m bragging on today is not a pretty handbag I discovered on an impromptu shopping trip, vacation or any other special time, but it is one I’ll always treasure.
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11 comments:
Thank you so much Vicki for having me on your blog today.
I look forward to interacting with your visitors throughout the day/evening.
Good luck and God's blessings to you
PamT
I'm with you on collecting tote bags, especially when they're connected to special memories. This one holds a lot, so I don't imagine you'll get rid of it for quite some time!
Fun story about the halftime show...I'll definitely watch with more interest in the future! Although, I have to confess, I love a fun handbag! And mine are usually pretty large to carry all my junk! Lol!
Hi Pam,
Like you, I associate certain wonderful memories which objects I will treasure for that reason. All good!
Hi, Pam. So wonderful you can visit with me today and share your bag. I recently bought a small clear bag for events. It comes with handles and a crossbody strap; so, I'm thinking all my basics are covered.
I don't think I can survive without my purse, but I love tote bags also! Great post!
You're right, Patricia I may never get rid of this particular tote bag. Especially if I intend to attend any sporting event as this is what most are requiring in lieu of purses.
I haven't watched the half-time show since, Donna. Probably won't unless LSU plays or my granddaughter or someone else we know dances.
Funny how we all do that Jacqueline, part of our nature I guess to treasure memories and well we all know how these mementos end up being part of our History too.
Yep, you should be good to go, Vicki!
Oh, I could live without a purse Alina, as long as I have a way to carry necessary items with me LOL!
THANK YOU ALL for stopping by!
Good luck and God's blessings to each of you
PamT
You're right, Patricia I may never get rid of this particular tote bag. Especially if I intend to attend any sporting event as this is what most are requiring in lieu of purses.
I haven't watched the half-time show since, Donna. Probably won't unless LSU plays or my granddaughter or someone else we know dances.
Funny how we all do that Jacqueline, part of our nature I guess to treasure memories and well we all know how these mementos end up being part of our History too.
Yep, you should be good to go, Vicki!
Oh, I could live without a purse Alina, as long as I have a way to carry necessary items with me LOL!
THANK YOU ALL for stopping by!
Good luck and God's blessings to each of you
PamT
Hi!
I hate purses. They always fall off my shoulder. My mother loves tote bags and we always tease her about it, but guess what??? I have like 10 of my own. So...yikes!
There's that too, Kara, always falling off my shoulder LOL!
Thanks for stopping by
Good luck and God's blessings
PamT
Hi, Kara! I have bags that fall off my shoulders too. I recommend crossbody or slip a tote with the shorter handles over your arm. Many of my bags have a cross body too which means I snap them on for hands free shopping. :)
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